Tag: Grapes
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Posted on September 12, 2024
WI Grape Grower Alert: Proposed Cancellation of Mancozeb in Grape Production
Update: The comment period has been extended to October 16. Dear Wisconsin Grape Growers – Many of you are already aware that the EPA is […]
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Vineyard Scouting Report: September 11, 2024
As we are beginning the end of the season, anticipation is in the air. Harvest has begun around Wisconsin for earlier varieties with some nearing […]
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Posted on August 29, 2024
Vineyard Scouting Report: August 28, 2024
Walking out my door this morning, it didn’t feel like I was opening my oven – finally. The heat wave over the last several days […]
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Free Fungicide Resistance Testing for Wisconsin Grape Growers
Dear Wisconsin grape growers: Graduate student, Courtney Meeks, is collecting powdery mildew and downy mildew samples for free fungicide resistance testing. If you are observing powdery mildew and/or […]
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Posted on August 26, 2024
Wisconsin Vineyard Update, August 2024 – Late Season Downy Mildew
As we near harvest season, many Wisconsin vineyards are experiencing the effects of a rainy season on fruit clusters. Several commercial growers have reported dealing […]
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Posted on August 16, 2024
Vineyard Scouting Report: August 14, 2024
The start of August was unprecedented—cool mornings and highs in the mid-70’s! It has felt like autumn, and I am not upset. Showers appear to […]
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Posted on August 1, 2024
Vineyard Scouting Report: July 29, 2024
Just like that, it’s almost August! Veraison has set in for Southern Wisconsin vineyards, so the anticipation for harvest is upon us. We cover that […]
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Posted on July 18, 2024
Vineyard Scouting Report: July 17, 2024
A cool front has made its way into Wisconsin. I think we are all sighing with relief and soaking up the cooler temperatures for however […]
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Posted on July 5, 2024
Notes From the Vineyard: Poor Fruit Set
In southern Wisconsin most of the grape cultivars have reach the E-L* stage 31 (Berries pea-size) stage. One thing I have noticed in many wine […]
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Posted on July 4, 2024
Vineyard Scouting Report: July 3, 2024
Storms, insects, and disease – Oh My! We are about halfway through the season, and 2024 is proving to be an interesting year. I discuss […]