by Becca • • Comments Off on In the Vineyard: Just when you thought there would be no more frost…
The following is a guest post by Gary Strachan, an international vineyard and winery consultant specializing in the start up of vineyards and wineries. Please see his complete bio at the end of this post! The popularity of the BC…
by Becca • • Comments Off on Climate Change-Induced Water Stress: How Leaf Position Affects Water Use Efficiency in the Grape Vine
According to scientists, climate change will affect various parts of the world differently than one another. Specifically, in regards to the Mediterranean region (as well as many others), a decrease in annual precipitation is currently predicted, based on past data…
The use of soil nitrogen fertilization has been frequently studied in grapes for its ability to alter wine aroma, however, the results of these studies have been quite variable. Some studies found that using organic and inorganic nitrogen fertilization improves…
by Becca • • Comments Off on Some Don’t Like It Hot: Using Heat to Reduce the Spread of Phylloxera into Non-Infested Vineyards in Australia
Phylloxera (Daktulosphaira vitifoliae Fitch) is one of the most destructive pests for grape vines. Historically, it has wreaked havoc on vineyards around the globe, and nearly wiped out the entire grape and wine industry in Europe (and many other parts…