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February 2020
FRAME Workshop – Powdery Mildew Management for Beginners
This workshop is designed for new crop consultants, vineyard managers or anyone who would like a beginner refresher course on the principles to designing a disease management program. 4 WSDA Pesticide credits will be offered. Preregistration is required: Please visit the event website for more information, including registration: https://framenetworks.wsu.edu/event/2020-wa-fungicide-workshop/
Find out more »Research Review
Winemakers, wine grape growers asked for input on industry research proposals at annual Research Review event February 25-26, 2020 in Prosser, Wash.
Find out more »Grape Pruning Demonstration
Join us for this joint WSU Viticulture Extension and Washington State Grape Society Field Demonstration. This two hour workshop will include demonstrations on Machine Pre-Pruning, Hand Pruning, Minimal Pruning, Electric Shear Pruning, and Hand Pruning using a Pneumatic Pruning System. Industry experts will provide discussion on safety precautions, pruning crew requirements, equipment maintenance, as well as cost and time requirements of each of the demonstrated pruning techniques. Registration is $20 (includes coffee and pastries) Preregistration required. Registration ends Tuesday Feb.…
Find out more »June 2020
ASEV Invasive Pest Webinar Series: Impact of the New Invasive Pest, Spotted Lanternfly, in Northeastern Vineyards
Speakers to present information on new and re-emerging invasive vineyard pests in North American grape production.
Find out more »2020 – Viticulture Intern Boot Camp
Description This all-day workshop is targeted to provide a baseline level of knowledge to company interns specializing in activities or training related to Washington State viticulture. The idea is to train interns in: 1) What Happens Throughout a WA Growing Season, 2) Pest and Disease Scouting, 3) Cold Damage and Yield Estimation, 4) Nutrient Disorder Identification and Understanding Fertilizers, and 5) General Internship Planning and Organization. Participants will have both in-class and in-vineyard experiences, and will also begin to develop…
Find out more »July 2020
WSU and Washington State Grape Society – Virtual Field Day Series
Join WSU Viticulture Extension and the Washington State Grape Society for our 2020 Viticulture Field Day - in a virtual fashion! This "Field Day" will be presented in a 3-part series on July 9th, 16th, and 23rd. When and Who: Thursday, July 9 - Paul Schreiner, USDA-ARS. "Understanding grapevine root growth and nutrient uptake for better vineyard management." Thursday, July 16 - Doug Walsh, WSU. "Managing Mealybugs: Life cycle, control tactics, and insecticide resistance management." Thursday, July 23 - Dave…
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