[wpdevart_youtube]I0m8Qv3Ah4A[/wpdevart_youtube] Nat DiBuduo from Allied Grape Growers gave a great State of the Wine Grape Industry Report at American Vineyard Magazine’s Central Coast Grape Expo. Watch this video for a brief synopsis of his 2016 report, and come and see his latest address at Unified Wine & Grape Symposium this week.
Visalia, Calif., (January 20, 2017) – Tulare County Agricultural Commissioner released the current status today of Major crops in the second most valued county in the California Ag portfolio. They report that Continuing rains have benefited the growth of already planted grains and field crops, but the rain has hindered ground preparations for continued planting. Low spots in some fields …
Santa Rosa, Calif., (January 16, 2017) – As the calendar turns to a new year, Sonoma County Winegrowers (www.sonomawinegrape.org) are quickly closing in on its goal of becoming the nation’s first 100% sustainable wine region by 2019. According to the latest Report Card published in the Sonoma County Winegrowers’ 3rd Annual Sustainability Report, 85% of the county’s vineyard acres have …
Visalia, Calif., (January 13, 2017) – Tulare County Agricultural Commissioner released the current status today of major crops in the most valued county in the California Ag portfolio. They report that Recent rains have benefited the growth of already planted grains and field crops, but the rain has hindered ground preparations for continued planting. The forecast for optimal returns continues …
[wpdevart_youtube]pLYtChGa1_k[/wpdevart_youtube] At Sun-Maid’s 104th Annual Meeting, Jeff Jue, Chairman of the Board, invited raisin growers to improve the productivity and economic sustainability of their vineyards with a few tips. Watch his brief interview and read more in the coming issue of American Vineyard Magazine.
[wpdevart_youtube]mYr08w1-yOQ[/wpdevart_youtube] Glen Goto CEO of the Raisin Bargaining Association had his monthly interview with California Ag Network following his annual presentation at the Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo in Fresno. Watch this brief video as he shares the current status of negotiations and global impacts for establishing a 2016 raisin price.
Another timely seminar at the annual Tree & Vine Expo in Turlock: UC Viticulture Advisor Paul Verdegaal provided some great tips for grape growers moving into postharvest vineyard management, including the benefits of irrigating prior to a rain event to get better soil reclamation. Watch his interview and read more in American Vineyard Magazine.
[wpdevart_youtube]w15lOXf5s2M[/wpdevart_youtube] At the Annual Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo in Fresno, Allison Ferry-Abee gave an update on Glassy Wing Sharpshooter and Pierce’s Disease as it has become more prevalent, particularly in the Southern San Joaquin Valley. Watch her interview as she shares more about identifying the pest and disease, and read more in American Vineyard Magazine.
[wpdevart_youtube]8YFpFQsOIxo[/wpdevart_youtube] At the annual Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo, Growers & PCAs were addressed by UCCE Weed Management Advisor Kurt Hembree on what growers should be focusing on with some winter weed control tips in the vineyard. Watch Kurt’s brief interview and read more in American Vineyard Magazine.
[wpdevart_youtube]uTGZXuw3nqw[/wpdevart_youtube] At the Annual Tree & Vine Expo, growers enjoyed the State of the Industry addresses, including one given by Erica Moyer from Turrentine Brokerage, who provided an overview of the 2016 crop, and current wine grape trends in the Lodi/Delta region. Watch this video and read American Vineyard Magazine for more information.
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