Becoming more efficient is a mantra of agricultural producers as they struggle to survive. But increasing efficiency isn’t as easy as simply reducing farm expenses because some farm inputs impact yield. By prioritizing farm inputs, growers can take a more systematic approach to reducing expenses. Craig Bardwell, senior viticulture specialist at the National Grape Cooperative Association, Grandview, Washington, the grower cooperative for Welch’s products, shared ideas to help growers stay in business during a panel discussion held at the Washington State Grape Society’s annual meeting. He urged growers to prioritize their vineyard expenditures as they strive to improve efficiency. “You […]