Sustainability Is a Growing Factor in Wine Purchasing Posted by Christina Herrick|February 18, 2017 California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance updates certification program, shows sustainability is important part of wine trade. Read More
Washington Organization Rebrands Itself Posted by Christina Herrick|February 17, 2017 Washington Association of Wine Grape Growers unveils new identity at convention, now known as Washington Winegrowers Association.
2016 California Winegrape Crush Up 9% Posted by David Eddy|February 14, 2017 Prices were up 12%, and red wine grapes continue to gain on white wine grapes in popularity, though ‘Chardonnay’ remained king.
Is the Intelligent Vineyard the Future of Winegrape Growing? By David Eddy|January 30, 2017 In the high desert of Arizona grows the world’s biggest viticulture laboratory.
Future Herbicide Injury Concerns Winegrape Growers By Christina Herrick|January 30, 2017 While new formulas of herbicides are released in conjunction with herbicide-tolerant corn, cotton, and soybean varieties to reduce risk of drift and crop injury, winegrape growers worry some row crop farmers will opt for older formulations.
How to Match the Fence to Your Vineyard By Tremain Hatch|January 27, 2017 Follow these tips to determine how much fence you’ll need.
Live Reports on the State of the Wine Industry Posted by Christina Herrick|January 20, 2017 The Unified Wine & Grape Symposium, by far the nation’s largest winegrape conference, is happening this week in Sacramento, CA.
U.S. Challenges Canadian Trade Measures Allege Discrimination against U.S. Wine Posted by Christina Herrick|January 19, 2017 Trade enforcement action challenges British Columbia regulations that unfairly exclude U.S. wine from grocery store shelves.
Meet Wendy Brannen, New Executive Director of the Lodi Winegrape Commission By David Eddy|January 6, 2017 Commodity association veteran believes she has found a home with the Lodi Winegrape Commission.
There are Many Factors Affecting Table Grapes By Matthew Fidelibus|January 5, 2017 The loss of table grape berries from their pedicels, or cap stems, during packing, shipping, postharvest storage, or […]
Grape Growers Say Season Affected by Weather, Water, and Regulation Woes By Christina Herrick|January 4, 2017 Grape growers see challenges this past growing season.
Vine Enthusiasts Preserve Historic Vineyards By David Eddy|January 3, 2017 It’s not just agribusiness to a group of old vine enthusiasts who seek to preserve a part of California winegrape history.
University of Arkansas Debuts New Winegrape Varieties Posted by Christina Herrick|December 29, 2016 Twenty years in the making, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture has released two new winegrapes […]
Vincent Petrucci, Father of Fresno State Viticulture/Enology, Passes Away Posted by David Eddy|December 28, 2016 The longtime columnist for American Fruit Grower and Western Fruit Grower magazines was 91.
You Need To Have Flexibility In Your Vineyard By Tremain Hatch|December 3, 2016 Prioritization and compromise are sometimes necessary in a challenging growing environment.
Study Investigates Savings From Naturally Drying Raisin Grapes Posted by Christina Herrick|December 2, 2016 After two years on the market, researchers ‘discuss cost-cutting benefits of ‘Sunpreme.’
Washington Wine Seminar Expands Format Posted by Christina Herrick|December 2, 2016 Research-focused sessions to be held across state in conjunction with event in 2017.
Quality California Winegrape Crop This Year By Gladys Horiuchi|November 27, 2016 Customary yield combined with remarkable quality, not to mention long-awaited rainfall, made this year a win/win/win.
Syngenta Announces New Fungicide Product Line Posted by Rosemary Gordon|November 21, 2016 The Miravis brand contains a new active ingredient that is currently pending EPA approval.
India Requesting Permission To Send Fresh Grapes To The U.S. Posted by David Eddy|November 8, 2016 Comment period has opened on the request, and a risk assessment is now available from USDA.