Vineyard success and superior wine quality are largely influenced by strategic irrigation and advanced viticulture techniques. Understanding the complexities of these elements can revolutionize …
Debunking the Low Yield = High Quality Myth with Dr. Patty Skinkis
Dr. Patty Skinkis, Professor & Viticulture Extension Specialist at Oregon State University, joined me for a recent podcast episode to discuss what the research really shows about the long standing …
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The Importance of Crop Estimation Timing
Crop estimation is essential for multiple reasons, including ensuring that your expected yield is not greater than desired or that your vines can handle and properly ripen it. It also helps you …
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Defending Vineyards against the Spotted Lanternfly
Dr. Michela Centinari, Associate Professor of Viticulture at Penn State, joined me recently for a listener requested podcast episode on all things spotted lanternfly. In today’s blog, we highlight …
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Leaf Removal 101
If your sprays are not penetrating into the fruit zone…then your crop is not being fully protected and your spray dollars are simply being wasted. While spray penetration is one of the top reasons for …
Shoot Thinning 101
During my recent chat with international pruning expert Marco Tessari, we talked about all things shoot thinning, and in today’s blog post, we recap an abbreviated Q&A from my time with Marco. Be …
