1. OSU Extension Catalog
Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Role of Canopy Management in Vine Balance

Amanda J. Vance, Allison L. Reeve and Patricia A. Skinkis
EM 9071 | Published June 2013, Reviewed 2021

Summary

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 removal, hedging and crop thinning are also part of canopy management.

About the authors

Amanda J. Vance
Research assistant, berry crops
Allison L. Reeve
Graduate research assistant, viticulture;
Dr. Patty Skinkis standing in OSU's research vineyard
Patricia A. Skinkis
Viticulture Extension Specialist

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