Visiting scientist from Australia Jason Smith, left, and Washington State University’s Markus Keller test a pressure vessel for grapevine roots. A number of benefits to industry have resulted from Washington State’s grape and wine research program. The following is a brief list: Grape powdery mildew. Dr. Gary Grove identified the overwintering source of Washington’s powdery mildew and developed models and cost-effective control programs. Insects. Dr. David James provided the basis for a sustainable pest control program, expanding knowledge about insect biology, beneficial insects, and impact of pesticides on beneficials. Grapevine leafroll virus. Several researchers have identified virus strains prevalent in […]