Ron Brase

For most grape-growing regions of California, we started this year with relatively dry soils. After bud break, the […]

Towards the end of last season as we moved through late summer and into the fall, our grapevines […]

What winegrape varieties are grown in the San Joaquin Valley, and how well-suited are they for a Region V climate?

Farming is all about timing. Some of the things we need to do are time flexible, like pruning, […]

In 2011, California had a grape growing season much like 2010. Both years were characterized by below-normal seasonal […]

With a production goal in mind, you must also have approaches in place that allow you to monitor the growth of the vines and the soil moisture content.

One of the most talked about ag technology products in recent years has been the development of remote […]

Economic conditions during the last 10 years, combined with decreased availability of farm labor, have moved the raisin […]

We have had a great springtime for growing grapevines in California. Our winter and spring rainfall provided us […]

hile grapevines require a number of different nutrients to maintain health and production, the nutrient needed in the largest quantity is potassium.

The marketability of a winegrape crop can be enhanced when the characteristics of the fruit meet the needs […]

After harvest, we need to focus on fall fertilization and developing our vine management strategy for next season.

Farming is all about timing. Some of the things we need to do are time-flexible like pruning, while […]

Hot Streak Sudden increases in daytime temperatures in mid-May and again in mid-June had a dramatic impact on […]

There are more than 10 manufacturers of various types of remote field monitoring systems, with many having entered the market in the last five to 10 years.

Researchers with the University of California have been conducting replicated, blind tasting panels to gain a better understanding of the flavor profiles and characteristics of raisins produced from different varieties and different drying methods.

As we move into the fall, the grapes are maturing, and we, as growers, start to relax. But this […]