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Field Monitoring for Leafroll Virus and Mealybug in Pacific Northwest Vineyards

This publication focuses on in-field identification of signs and symptoms associated with grapevine leafroll-associated viruses and the insects that transmit them.

Kyoo R. Park, S. Mermer, Gordon B. Jones, Govinda Shrestha, Alexander Levin, Rick Hilton, N.H. Mercer, K.M. Daane, Linda Brewer, Patricia A. Skinkis, Vaughn Walton | Mar 2024 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

OSU Smoked Wine and Grape Chemistry Lab

The new state-of-the-art research lab was designed to serve the Oregon wine industry to test for the presence of compounds associated with smoke in grapes and wine.

Aug 2023 | Online resource

Preparing for harvest: Grape chemistry and pre-fermentation adjustments

This article provides guidance on grape maturity testing and how to determine pre-fermentation adjustments.

James Osborne | Aug 2023 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

How to prevent Botrytis bunch rot in the vineyard

Botrytis bunch rot is the most common fruit rot disease for wine grape vineyards in the Pacific Northwest. Here's how to prevent this disease from damaging your fruit.

Patricia A. Skinkis | Jul 2024 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Grapevine virus testing labs

A list of virus testing labs is provided.

Patricia A. Skinkis | Mar 2022 | Article

Dealing with damaged fruit in the winery

For wineries, grapes that have been damaged, usually by ill-timed rainstorms, pose challenges. Fruit fly larvae are often the most visible result but the bigger danger are microorganisms that can ruin the fruit.

James Osborne | Oct 2019 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

2024 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.

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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 | Article 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 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

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Considerations and resources for vineyard establishment in the Inland Pacific Northwest

Factors and critical questions that potential owners need to consider before establishing a new vineyard in Eastern Washington, Eastern Oregon or Western Idaho.

Michelle Moyer, Clive Kaiser, Joan Davenport, Patricia A. Skinkis, Cody Copp | Sep 2024 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

VIT TECH | HiRes Vineyard Nutrition (July 2024)

Nataliya Shcherbatyuk (WSU) discusses the HiRes Vineyard Nutrition project and shares some research updates related to vineyard nutrient management at the July 2024 VIT TECH session.

Aug 2024 | Video

VIT TECH | Irrigation tools (May 2024)

Troy Peters (WSU-IAREC) discusses ET and soil-based vineyard irrigation strategies, along with the WSU irrigation tool at the May 2024 VIT TECH session. Note: Audio missing for first several minutes.

Aug 2024 | Video

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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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Extension pollinator specialist shines the light on hidden vineyard wonders

Bee Friendly Vineyards program encourages sustainability at vineyards by increasing pollinator habitat. Through generating data like bee diversity at vineyards, Oregon State’s pollinator health Extension specialist Andony Melathopoulos is ...

Henry Carnell | Sep 6, 2024 | News story

VIT TECH provides continuing education resources for northeast Oregon viticulturists

Post-webinar surveys indicated that 100% of respondents learned something new, 64% of respondents are likely to change their practices based on this information, and 100% of respondents are likely to attend future sessions.

Cody Copp | Apr 2024 | Impact story

Extension research educates producers on leaf removal in Oregon vineyards

The study showed that leaf removal becomes a critical cultural practice to prevent disease development in combination with fungicides.

Patricia A. Skinkis | Mar 2024 | Impact story

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