Vineyard Pruning 101: Essential Tips and Pruning Tools
Pruning is one of the most important post-harvest tasks in the vineyard. Typically performed in late winter or early spring while vines are dormant, pruning determines not only the quality…
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Trellis Construction 101: Building a Basic Winegrape Trellis
Selecting the right trellis system is one of the most important early decisions in vineyard development. While there are many trellis configurations and training systems available, all successful winegrape trellis…
Vineyard Erosion Control: Supplies and Methods
Erosion control is the practice of preventing or managing soil loss caused by wind and water. In vineyards, erosion is more than a soil issue—it directly affects vine health, productivity,…
Bird Control and Netting Supplies
As harvest approaches, one of the biggest threats to grape quality and yield comes from above—birds. Left unmanaged, birds can cause significant crop loss in a very short period of…
What Should Vineyard Owners Do in Spring?
Spring vineyard work starts at bud break and peaks at flowering, about 40–80 days later. Tie and thin shoots, pull leaves for airflow and light, then net the fruit before…
Grape Harvest Preparation: Timing, Tools & Vineyard Best Practices
Grape harvest preparation means knowing when your fruit will ripen, having a plan to test it, and stocking tools, netting and lighting before picking starts. In Napa Valley, harvest runs…