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Monique Ortiz, a young grower from San Antonio, Texas
family background/ Monique earned a degree in integrated plant science with a focus in viticulture and enology from Washington State University. She is the daughter of Sandra and Michael Gonzales.
A vineyard wired for wine
Washington State University’s sensor-laden Chardonnay block collects data for AI scientists and offers demonstrations for growers.
Planting a business
Farm boy mixes mechanical prowess with GPS technology to start custom planting business.
Washington wine grape growers downsizing
Washington viticulturists face painful adjustments to Ste. Michelle volume decrease.
Enrollment open for Latino Agriculture Education for Viticulture Program winter courses
Registration is open for the winter session of the Latino Agriculture Education for Viticulture Program in Central Washington, according to a news release from the program...
USDA introduces new grapevine insurance program
Grape growers will have a new risk management tool next year to insure the vines themselves, not just the crop, against natural hazards such as wildfire or freeze damage...
Delivering data across Virginia vineyards
Communication network connects Virginia vineyards to more information.
Fight pests by phone
Michigan grape app aids pesticide application process.
In “difficult process,” Ste. Michelle moves to renegotiate contracts and reduce tonnage
The Northwest’s largest wine company, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, is drastically cutting back its grape volume and asking growers to renegotiate existing contracts...
Late freeze means less fruit for New England growers
Low temperatures hit Northeastern fruit.
Instant vineyard — Video
WSU demos mechanized planter that installs every component of a new vineyard.
Anthony Wiley, a young grower from Prosser, Washington
Anthony is an agricultural engineer who grew up in Washington’s Horse Heaven Hills then graduated from Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural engineering, specializing in machinery systems. He is the son of Rachelle and Jason Wiley.
The low-down on mini head-trained grapevines
Warm rocks, cold winters prompt vine training style in the Walla Walla Valley.
Moyer named board president of American Society for Enology and Viticulture
Michelle Moyer, Washington State University professor and viticulture extension specialist, has been confirmed as the president of the American Society for Enology and Viticulture for 2023–24...
Farms finding success with fruit diversification
Growing multiple crops spreads out labor and balances revenues.
Latest Cornell wine release a grape combination
New Cornell University release recognized for its disease resistance and wine quality.
Ella Vincent, a young grower from Yakima, Washington
family background/Ella is a second-generation farmer who graduated from Washington State University with a degree in viticulture and enology. She is the daughter of Cindy and Mike Vincent.
Defining trunk disease in Washington vineyards
A survey of Washington vineyards with symptoms of wood-decaying pathogens uncovers new species, showing need for more research to fine-tune management practices.
Washington State Wine Commission hires Kristina Kelley as new executive director
The Washington State Wine Commission has hired Kristina Kelley as its new executive director...
Webinar on Washington’s spotted lanternfly action plan June 5
The Washington Invasive Species Council will host a webinar to introduce a draft of the state’s spotted lanternfly action plan...
Pinot proposition in Washington
Washington farmer and winemaker partner to ramp up production of classic, wetter-climate variety in new region.
Powers: New leadership, same legacy
Washington State University’s new dean shares her experience and vision for a resilient future for Washington fruit.
New ways in the Willamette
Squeezed by rising production costs, Oregon’s high-end vineyard owners rethink systems.
Disease detection from space
NASA lends its tech muscle to detecting plant diseases for U.S. farmers.
McIlquham: Digging for health reports
WSU study investigates which soil health metrics matter in Washington wine grape vineyards.
Hansen: The fumigation fade
Washington vineyard research shows fumigation benefits for nematode control can be short-lived.
Think before you spray it
Schedule disease control for the season you are in, not the average, urge WineVit speakers.
You’re wasting water on your Concord grapes
Concords do just fine with less water, just in case you have less someday.
Stay informed on insurance
Growing wine grapes can be a risky business. The Risk Management Agency shares updates on how crop insurance can help.
Washington wine industry sees both good and bad trends
Uncontracted Washington acreage and dropping red wine consumption cloud some positive industry trends discussed during WineVit.
Good to Know: Production priorities for USDA research
At Appalachian Fruit Research Station, scientists focus on sustainable production for modern systems.
IPM using playback against pests
Italian researchers test vibrational insect signaling for mating disruption.
Edge effects may boost biocontrol
Oregon research finds wild blackberry brambles show potential as host for spotted wing drosophila parasitoids.
Hansen: Drones may help improve biocontrol in wine grapes
New research shows drones and attractant have potential to sustainably enhance beneficials in Washington vineyards.
A new place for spore traps
Devices help scientists study pathogens, fungicide resistance in Michigan vineyards.
Some find success in O3 field sprays
Ozone approach for disease control in Italy gets results with commercial clients in vineyards.
Pears, persevering in Southern Oregon
Drought and hail create a one-two punch to cut into Southern Oregon’s pear crop, but the region’s leading growers say they aren’t going anywhere.
Devon Griffith, a young grower from Manson, Washington
Devon grew up on a tree fruit farm, graduated from Washington State University with an integrated plant sciences degree and now works in the wine industry. He is married to Lauren Griffith and is the son of Heidi and Earl Griffith.
Thirst management for wine grapes
Oregon State research shows an early-season drink for grapevines boosts yields more than waiting to water.
More vineyards opt to send in the machines
UC Davis extension specialist shares how California grape growers have made mechanization work.
Longtime Horse Heaven Hills supervisor named Grower of the Year at WineVit
Hipolito Vargas, with 40 years as a supervisor of Champoux Vineyards, was named the Erick Hanson Memorial 2023 Grower of the Year on Feb. 9 at the annual WineVit conference in Kennewick, Washington.
Measuring the reservoir below
Research project looks at soil moisture dynamics in Oregon’s dry-farmed Willamette Valley.
WineVit Day 2: The future is sustainable
The second day of the Washington wine industry’s annual convention hosted panels of industry leaders talking about the future, from replanting on rootstocks to marketing momentum around sustainability.
WineVit kicks off with a Tempranillo tasting
The Washington wine industry gathers in Kennewick this week for WineVit, the annual convention and trade show hosted by the Washington Winegrowers Association.
Hansen: A clear objective for smoke research
Washington State Wine Commission is taking a multipronged approach.
Scharlau: A proactive pathway for problem-solving
Grape industries need collaborative approaches to the challenges they face.
Miriah Falce, a young grower from Prosser, Washington
Miriah is the first generation in her family to work in agriculture, graduating from Yakima Valley College’s Vineyard and Winery Technology program. Her parents are Elizabeth and Raymond Falce.
More grape growers going grafting
Growers share the pros and cons of grafting during Washington State Grape Society annual meeting.
More Lone Star grapes supplying Texas wine industry
Texas wine industry growing swiftly.
Study links spotted lanternfly and vine decline
Penn State study shows high populations of spotted lanternfly can cause grapevine decline.