Grapes
MSU programs helps Michigan grow to more than 100 wineries
A Michigan State University program, whose seeds were planted almost 50 years ago, has helped shape winemakers who are making their mark at universities and vineyards across the country, and have a shaped a Michigan... more »
North Carolina wine, grape industry approaches $2 billion
A recent study has found that North Carolina’s wine and grape industry continues to grow, posting a 15 percent increase since the last study was conducted two years ago. The total economic impact of the... more »
Dual driven vineyard
Twins Randall and Brad Lange are fourth-generation growers and namesake of LangeTwins, a large vineyard operation in four counties based near Lodi that was recently honored by growers across California. LangeTwins was presented with the... more »
Free mobile app for vineyard management released
A new mobile application for vineyard managers has been released for free download for iPhone and Android mobile phones. The Vineyard Advisor provides recommendations for managing some 350 problems afflicting grapes nationwide, from diseases, insects,... more »
California winegrape growers soaked with concerns
The current season is bringing mixed results for California winegrape growers, who had an unexpectedly wet winter. The harvest is shaping up to show average yields, or even a little under average, industry professionals said... more »
Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council seeks proposals
The Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council (MGWIC) is issuing an additional call for proposals for projects to commence Jan. 1, 2018. The Viticulture and Enology Research and Education Committee's total budget for 2018 awards... more »
Washington state conducts pest survey for grapes
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is looking for participants for their Vineyard Survey. These commodity-based surveys help provide early detection of exotic and invasive plant pests and diseases. This year WSDA is looking for... more »
Growers aided by Pierce’s disease funding
The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) praised the recent inclusion of a $5 million one-year augmentation for the Pierce’s Disease Control Program (PDCP) in the 2017-18 state budget, saying the money was much-needed. Pierce’s... more »
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