Category: Grapes
Grape growers to gather for Michigan Viticulture Field Day in Benton Harbor
The event will feature demonstrations of autonomous sprayers, precision viticulture equipment, sustainable vineyard practices and the latest grape-growing research.
California lawmakers seek $32M in emergency USDA funds to fight glassy-winged sharpshooter pest
Officials discovered GWSS-infested nursery stock had been distributed to Costco locations in 24 California counties.
Dirt to Glass 2026 returns to Traverse City with vineyard performance, wine quality focus
The two-day August conference helps growers improve vineyard performance and wine quality. Registration is open now.
Yamaha Agriculture expands autonomous orchard equipment lineup
Yamaha Agriculture is expanding weed-control automation capabilities with its Prospr robot for orchards and vineyards.
Thinking about sulfur phytotoxicity? There’s a free WSU webinar coming up
A free upcoming webinar will highlight research into sulfur-based fungicides in wine production. Click through to register.
Where it’s made: Oxbo opens harvester factory in Western New York
Oxbo is opening a new manufacturing facility in Bergen focused on designing and building equipment for specialty crop farmers.
How Arkansas scientists harnessed predictive models to improve future grape varieties
Read more to see how predictive science could reshape the future of grape production and agricultural innovation.
MSU: grower’s guide for pollinator health during fruit tree bloom
Minimize pesticide exposure and support bee health with targeted stewardship practices. See what changes can have the biggest impact.
Dicamba is back: What specialty crop growers need to do now
Dicamba drift is once again a concern for Midwest fruit and specialty crop growers. Find out how to protect your operation this season.
Penn State offers grape, wine industry webinar series free for growers
A series of free, live webinars will be held through April for grape and wine growers. Find out which topics will be covered.
Price spreads explained: What USDA’s 2024 farm-to-retail data means for specialty crop growers
New USDA data shows where produce dollars go from field to shelf. See what crops return the most to growers and capture more value.
Master vineyard pruning: 2 day Michigan workshop welcomes global grape experts
Space is limited to 16 participants — secure your spot today and sharpen your pruning skills before the season begins.
Inside Pandol’s success: How a multigenerational California grower leads in table grapes
Pandol Brothers’ legacy spans eight decades of growing prowess. Learn how this Central Valley operation remains relevant into its fourth generation.
USDA announces $80 million section 32 purchases of U.S. fruit and nuts
USDA plans to buy almonds, grape juice, pistachios and raisins for food programs. Learn how Section 32 purchases will impact specialty crops.
Chardonnay, Cabernet pace top wine state California’s 2024 grape crush report
California wine growers still set the pace in the U.S. market; find out how much tonnage they produced in 2024 and the state’s top varietals.