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Check out these seasonally relevant resources for grape producers.

Spotted lanternfly resources

Spotted lanternfly (SLF) poses a threat to tree fruit and grape production. SLF has been reported as a serious pest in its invaded and home ranges.

May 2025 | Collection

Unconfirmed spotted lanternfly sighting prompts reminder for vigilance

Until a physical specimen is collected and confirmed, spotted lanternfly is not considered present in Oregon.

Kym Pokorny, Chris Branam | May 22, 2025 | News story

Mechanical Weed Control for Under the Vine

Dr. Marcelo Moretti, Assistant Professor of Weed Science in the Department of Horticulture at Oregon State University, provides a summary of research evaluating different implements for under-vine weed control in vineyards.

Jul 2021 | Online resource

Meadow Voles and Pocket Gophers: Management in Lawns, Gardens, and Croplands

Starting with background on the biology and behaviors of gophers and voles, this publication dwells primarily on the gamut of ways to manage these widespread pests.

Danielle Gunn, Ronda Hirnyck, Glenn E. Shewmaker, Sherman Takatori, Lance T. Ellis | Jun 2023 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Understanding Vine Balance: An Important Concept in Vineyard Management

Vineyard design and management methods that create vine balance will help sustain productive yields, achieve desired fruit quality and maintain vine health. Different climates across Oregon will affect strategies for ...

Patricia A. Skinkis, Amanda J. Vance | May 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Role of Canopy Management in Vine Balance

Canopy management is critical to successful winegrape production. Canopy management begins with vineyard design and includes decisions about soil, water, cover cropping, fertilization and weed control. Shoot thinning, leaf...

Amanda J. Vance, Allison L. Reeve, Patricia A. Skinkis | May 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

2025 Pest Management Guide for Wine Grapes in Oregon

Learn the most effective techniques for controlling pests in commercial wine grape vineyards. This comprehensive publication covers strategies for controlling powdery mildew, botrytis bunch rot, mites and more, in addition to resources for organic growers.

View and download the guide
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How to Start a Vineyard

Use these resources to learn about how to develop and manage a vineyard in Oregon.

Starting a vineyard

This article provides the important steps that need consideration in developing a vineyard business in Oregon.

Patricia A. Skinkis | Mar 2024 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Cost of establishing and managing a vineyard in Oregon

This publication provides an economic analysis of the costs to establish and manage a Pinot noir vineyard in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Although the information is specific to a Willamette Valley scenario, the information is useful for those who are planning to establish a vineyard.

Patricia A. Skinkis, Beau Olen | Nov 2018 | Online resource

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 ...

Patricia A. Skinkis | Mar 2022 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Latest resources

Season 3, Episode 5 | Tailoring Vineyard Nutrition from Soil to Wine

Learn more about the importance of soil, water, and leaf analysis in vineyard nutrition management.

Patricia A. Skinkis | Jun 2025 | Podcast episode Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Season 3, Episode 4 | Vineyard Nitrogen and Potassium Impacts on Wine Quality

Learn what winemakers look for in vineyard nutrient management to achieve quality wine grapes and wine.

Patricia A. Skinkis | May 2025 | Podcast episode Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Season 3, Episode 3 | Interesting and Unexpected Wine Outcomes from Nutrient Trials

Learn about how wines are impacted by vineyard nutrition trials.

Patricia A. Skinkis | Apr 2025 | Podcast episode Peer reviewed (Gray level)

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Commercial vineyard located in Oregon's Eola-Amity Hills AVA.
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National research team working on vineyard nutrition management

Oregon State University is one of several institutions involved in developing better mineral nutrient guidelines and monitoring methods for commercial vineyards and wineries. The High Resolution Vineyard Nutrient Management Project Team consists of 14 scientists from seven institutions from across the US, and includes national and international collaborators.

Learn more about the HiRes Vineyard Nutrition Project

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Oregon’s wine industry benefits from OSU research and outreach

By addressing emerging threats and improving production methods, OSU helps the state’s wine industry remain competitive, sustainable and resilient.

Patricia A. Skinkis, James Osborne, Alexander Levin | Jun 2025 | Impact story

Unconfirmed spotted lanternfly sighting prompts reminder for vigilance

Until a physical specimen is collected and confirmed, spotted lanternfly is not considered present in Oregon.

Kym Pokorny, Chris Branam | May 22, 2025 | News story

VIT TECH boosts viticulture practices, education and adoption

VIT TECH features locally relevant presentations by academic and industry experts to increase awareness and adoption of sustainable, science-based growing practices.

Cody Copp | Jan 2025 | Impact story

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