Welcome to GDPM 2027!   

 10^th International Workshop on Grapevine Downy and Powdery Mildews 

13-16 July 2027 • Nyon, Switzerland

The Grapevine Downy and Powdery Mildews Workshop (GDPM), a leading international meeting on two major grapevine diseases, has been bringing together the grapevine-growing community every three to four years since 1991.

The 10th edition will take place in Nyon, Switzerland, and will be organized by Agroscope. This key event will provide a unique forum to share and discuss the latest scientific advances, results, and innovative approaches on grapevine downy and powdery mildews.

Agroscope and the city of Nyon look forward to welcoming the international community for this landmark edition.

• Pathogen biology and genetics
• Disease epidemiology and forecasting models
• Integrated pest management and sustainable control strategies
• Fungicide resistance and alternative control methods
• Climate change impacts on disease dynamics
• Breeding for resistance and biotechnological approaches
• Technological innovation and emerging tools

The workshop will be held at Agroscope Changins, a leading Swiss research center for agriculture and viticulture.

Agroscope Changins - Aula
Route de Duillier 52
1260 Nyon
Switzerland

Located on the shores of Lake Geneva in the renowned La Côte wine region, Agroscope Changins provides an ideal setting for this international gathering, combining excellent research facilities with the scenic beauty of Swiss wine country.

By train: Nyon is easily accessible by train from Geneva (15 minutes) and Lausanne (20 minutes).
By plane: Geneva International Airport (GVA) is located 25 km from Nyon.

• Abstract submission opens: June 2026
• Workshop dates: July 13-16, 2027

Registration will open in September 2026. Stay tuned for more information.

For any inquiries, please contact: info_gdpm27@agroscope.admin.ch