Genetically Modified Wines For You?
Nobody can remain indifferent when the subject of genetically modified organisms is brought up. So-called GMOs can raise crop yields and resistance to diseases, but also increase risks to native species and even large ecosystems.
Sanda Manuila
in Articles, Winemaking, Viticulture/ Winegrowing
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Vineyard Development - Part 1
This video with Tom Gore - Vineyard Director for Sonoma County, is the first in a series of presentations on the process of establishing a new vineyard block in the well-known Landslide Vineyard for Simi Winery.
Enjoy!
Dana Andrus
in Viticulture/ Winegrowing
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What AreThey Spraying?
Ahhh, spring in the Napa Valley! The grapevines are awake. The cordons are laden with tender green shoots, new leaves and the buds for the flowers that will soon open and bloom.
Frost Protection
Brrrr!!!! Spring brings budbreak, but it also brings a fear of frost and the damage it can do. Click here to see what measures vineyard managers employ to protect the tender shoots and leaves. To take this course for credit, click here.
Dana Andrus
in Courses, Viticulture/ Winegrowing
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Central Coast Spring
Vines and sprinklers and budbreak, oh my! Estancia's vineyards in the Central Coast are featured in this spring video. Click here to check out the activities that keep our vineyard managers busy at this time of year. For course credit, click here.
Cheryl Hall
in Courses, Viticulture/ Winegrowing
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