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Viticulture and Enology: The Study of Grapes and Wine

 

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The Viticulture & Enology Program’s perfect blend of hands-on study, industry connections, and premier faculty turns out highly skilled graduates who become industry leaders.

V&E research and extension offers science-based solutions to the challenges our region’s grape growers and winemakers face.

 

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2023 Virtual Smoke Summit

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WAVEx Webinar to Focus on Improving Vineyard Water Productivity

WAVEx Webinar to Focus on Improving Vineyard Water Productivity

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Novel irrigation delivery has potential to create more climate resilient vineyards. SEATTLE (March 15, 2023)—The Washington State Wine Commission (WSWC) and Washington State University invite…
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WAVEx Webinar to Focus on Improving Vineyard Water Productivity
WSU wine industry research liaison recognized with Walter J. Clore Award

WSU wine industry research liaison recognized with Walter J. Clore Award

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WSU grape smoke exposure expert named Innovator of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine

WSU grape smoke exposure expert named Innovator of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine

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WSU grape smoke exposure expert named Innovator of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine

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“It’s not all that glamorous when you’re knee-deep in wine must. But when you’re pouring at an event like Taste of Washington, you feel like a superstar because you helped create the product.”

– Tiffany Britton ‘11

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