Wine Grapes

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2019 Pest Management Guide for Wine Grapes in Oregon

This publication reviews the growth stages of grapes. For each growth stage (or group of growth stages), the document lists the more effective pesticides used to control insects, weeds, and disease, their rates, and application timing for Oregon grape growers. It also covers the effectiveness of...

By Vaughn Walton, Patricia Skinkis, Jay Pscheidt, Marcelo Moretti, Achala KC, Clive Kaiser | OSU Extension Catalog

Grape variety identification

This article describes how to identify grape varieties for commercial or home/hobby vineyards and landscapes.

By Patricia Skinkis, | Article

Establishing a Vineyard in Oregon: A Quick-Start Resource Guide

This is a quick reference for those interested in establishing a vineyard in Oregon. A step-by-step format guides readers to the basic information they would need to consider before developing a vineyard, including how to develop a business plan, determine site suitability, investigate cultivars,...

By Patricia Skinkis | OSU Extension Catalog

Latest Resources

Standards for Bird Control in Vineyards

Birds can feed on ripening grape berries near harvest. Learn how to protect your grapes in a safe and legal manner. Provided by the Oregon Wine Growers Association and Willamette Valley Wineries.

Fact Sheet

Impact of Smoke Exposure on Wine

Recent wildfires have exposed grapes in some areas to high levels of smoke that can affect wine quality. While there’s still a lot we don’t know, certain practices can help. Grape growers can identify affected grape lots early and reduce skin contact during processing. These practices may reduce the...

OSU Extension Catalog

Transitioning Grapevines from Cane to Spur Pruning

This video describes how to select canes for developing cordons in the transition from cane to spur pruned vineyards.

By Patricia Skinkis, | Video

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Latest News

Given more information about how wine is made, consumers less likely to pay for organic

Jun 25, 2019

Consumers are more willing to pay for wine that comes with an organic or organic grape label but providing information about certification standards and organic production practices reduces consumer willingness to pay for all wines, , according to an Oregon State University-led study.

By Chris Branam | News Story

Skunking the stink bug: discover the latest in sustainable management in orchards

Jun 30, 2016

Orchardists can minimize damage through integrated pest management

By Gail Wells | News Story

Why are my grapevines stunted? New OSU Extension app has the answers

Mar 1, 2016

App makes it easy to check out all the possibilities and pick the right solution

By Gail Wells | News Story

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Upcoming Events

Plan for Profit-Enterprise Analysis

Central Point, OR

Mon, Oct 28, 2019 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Plan for Profit

Vineyard Red Blotch Disease Workshop

Salem, OR

Wed, Nov 20, 2019 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

This workshop will provide research-based information on Red Blotch Disease in Oregon vineyards from a team of scientist at the Oregon Wine Research Institute at OSU.

CORE Pesticide Applicator Videoconference Training

Grants Pass, OR

Thu, Dec 12, 2019 9:45 am - 3:00 pm

Full day attendance qualifies for 4 CORE credits for any pesticide applicator with presentations from OSU and ODA faculty and staff. Morning sessions are “Getting Tough on Pests and Going Soft on...

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