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𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐝.⁣⁣ For vineyard owners and Grape growers, achieving high-quality grape development while reducing chemical use is essential for producing premium wines, managing costs and supporting soil health. Advances in flavonoid-based foliar sprays offer a natural way to support grape formation, ripening and resilience, helping vineyards boost quality sustainably while reducing reliance on synthetic inputs. #GrapesFarming #Viticulture #SoilHealth #Bioflavonoids...

👨🎓📈🧬🌾🍺💚#agrobiodiversity for #agroecosystem - #beer #piwo - Maris Otter - 1965 – 2021 – 56 years old cultivar – of malting barley ... The SUCCESS STORY ! 🌾🍺💚 "The success of Maris Otter is threefold. 1. The only barley variety ever bred for its brewing capabilities 2. Maris Otter is only grown in England – only the malt is exported 3. The variety is over 50 years old, making it unique amongst malt varieties Dr GDH Bell bred Maris Otter in Cambridge in 1965 - with the express purpose of producing a barley variety that would give consistently high quality malt for the cask conditioned ale market. It was bred by crossing the two varieties Proctor and Pioneer and it soon became the foundation of the finest English cask conditioned ales. After many years of being the most widely grown malting barley, cross pollination and use of uncertified seed bought about the decline of the variety. Maltsters find that Maris Otter is easier to malt than some modern varieties. It matures quickly after harvest, there are no dormancy problems and the thin skins absorb water easily, giving no processing difficulties. Brewers like Maris Otter malt because it is easy to handle and very ‘forgiving’ in the brew house and more importantly, is perceived to add the unique Maris Otter flavour to the beer which is much favoured over malt from modern varieties which are grown for yield and ease of production for the grower." RT: https://lnkd.in/dyN3YCQ7 https://lnkd.in/dRsib-AZ #oldcultivar #dawnadmiana #genebank #bankgenów #barley #jęczmień #beer #piwo #plantbreeding #hodowlaroślin #barleybreeding #hodowlajęczmienia #tradition #history #agriculture ... **** DIVERSITY of BARLEY - some economically important cultivars: >1950 Spratt Archer, Plumge Archer , Proctor, Pioneer 1965>Golden Promise, Maris Otter 1980>Halcyon, Pipkin, Puffin 1990>Camarque 1995>Optic, Chariot, Derkado, Delibes, Prisma 2010>Optic, Chariot, Decanter

Major Progress in Smoke Taint Research Promises Relief for Grape Growers and Winemakers 🍇 Oregon State researcher Elizabeth Tomasino, PhD, is elated with recent advancements in understanding and combating smoke taint in grapes and wine. Over the past five years, Tomasino and her team at the Oregon Wine Research Institute have made significant strides, providing new tools for grape growers and winemakers to predict and mitigate the effects of smoke taint. Despite this progress, Tomasino acknowledges that there is still a long way to go in fully addressing the issue. 🔥 Historically, smoke taint was not a significant problem outside of Australia. However, climate change has increased wildfire risks, making smoke taint a pressing issue in regions like California, Oregon, Washington state, and British Columbia. In 2017, coordinated research efforts began in North America, with Australia continuing its groundbreaking work. Mango Parker, a senior research scientist at The Australian Wine Research Institute, highlights that smoke contains volatile compounds absorbed by grape berries and leaves, persisting in the wine and contributing to smoky aromas and flavours. 📊 Researchers have focused on three main areas: predictive modeling, protective coatings for grapes, and understanding the taint process. University of California Davis is working on predictive models to assess the likelihood of taint from nearby fires. Progress has been made in developing protective coatings for grapes, akin to vaccinations, to limit damage. Additionally, studies reveal that smoke poses a risk to grapes throughout the growing period, contradicting earlier beliefs that the risk was lower early in the season. 🔬 Notably, Tomasino's team has identified thiophenols as a new chemical marker for smoke taint, offering a potential method to identify and eliminate taint during winemaking. This breakthrough is part of a larger effort to gather quality data and secure funding for comprehensive research. The coordinated approach, supported by grants and research assistance from the US Federal Department of Agriculture, has enabled significant progress in understanding and mitigating smoke taint, providing hope for a future where the impact of wildfires on vineyards and wineries can be greatly reduced. #SmokeTaint #WineResearch #GrapeGrowing #WildfireImpact #WineIndustry #ClimateChange #WineScience #AgricultureResearch

Half the crop and twice the work; all part of the fun of English wine!! 🍷 This year has been testing. Exhausting. And ultimately, not very fruitful. Our challenges at Winding Wood were different from others around the country; thankfully we had very little trouble from mildew or disease, thanks to a combination of meticulous canopy management and biodynamic applications. However, our early-season setbacks of frost and deer damage on the Chardonnay, followed by a very average summer (we all suffered that!) means that our production will likely be 50% of 2023. Yikes. We picked the Pinot last wknd, having had to reduce our crop drastically to get our desired ripeness. The tiny Chardonnay crop comes off next weekend - our latest ever harvest! - made possible by the gentle temperatures that have eased us into November. As for the wines themselves? We have high hopes; small but beautiful, and yet another year captured in bottle. Final verdict in 4 years time when they're released! The highs and lows of English winemaking... What can you do except keep smiling? #biodynamics #organics ##regenerativeagriculture #Englishwine ##englishvineyard #windingwood

Our wine grape cultivation results are in from Champagne Expérimentation, an accredited field trial agency [5/63 - 2024 results] ✅ Between April and October 2024, we trialed #StimBlue+, our cultivated macrocystis pyrifera-based biostimulant, on wine grapes in the Champagne region for the second consecutive year 🍇 we compared StimBlue+ with a control group and a competitor group, testing against Ascophyllum nodosum, and the results are incredible! Key Findings 🌱 🥇 Throughout the harvests in 2023 and 2024, plots treated with StimBlue+ consistently showed a greater yield than control and competitor, between a 30-55% increment. 👉 By applying StimBlue+, farmers made between 7.000 - 15.000 euros extra revenue per hectare in 2023 and 2024! 🥇 The N-Tester handheld device was used to measure the nitrogen status of grapevines by assessing leaf chlorophyll content, which correlates with nitrogen levels. StimBlue+ at 1L/Ha and 2L/Ha showed significantly greater results compared to control and competitor, leading to a nitrogen increase of 9% in the vines. This can also be witnessed by the “greener” colour of the plants treated with StimBlue+ when compared to other treatments. 👉 Reach out to us via the website if you haven't tested StimBlue+ on your grape cultivation yet: https://lnkd.in/ebJ89_wZ 📩 Want to read the full report? Click on the link in the comments. 👋 Moët Hennessy Veuve Clicquot Perrier-Jouët, SA Champagne Taittinger Champagne Laurent-Perrier #trials #agriculture #grape #champagne #cultivation #nitrogen #yield #biostimulant #cultivated #seaweed #macrocystis

Wine grape harvest is in full swing. My empathy to everyone working nights right now, especially those hand harvesting, it’s hard work! Here I was collecting results from a trial in Cabernet Sauvignon in Paso Robles, CA. I sprayed our biostimulant Transit at 50% bloom at 12 fl oz/acre to increase fruit set. This block also suffered from frost damage at budbreak which appears to have lowered yields. Result: Average yield for the treated vines was 15% higher than the untreated! I verified this by comparing it to the UTC yield in another trial in the same block, and Transit at bloom was still 12.55% higher in yield. Great results, we would like to look at this application for any varieties that have difficulty with fruit set on a larger scale next year. #winegrapes #biostimulants #harvest

Wine is made from grapes and we have all seen a grape, but have you looked at a grapevine? Viticulture is a science of grape cultivation and is as important as Vinification (wine-making process). And the basic here is to have a fair idea of how a grapevine looks. Following are the explanations of the terms used in the picture. Vine Canopy - It includes every part of the vine visible above ground - trunk, shoots, leaves, fruit bunch, etc. Rootstock - Root system to absorb nutrients and water from the soil. They anchor the vine. Graft - A technique of grafting is when a vine is fixed over a stronger rootstock that can resist diseases Scion - It is the upper part of the plant placed over sturdy rootstock Trunk - The permanent stem that supports the vegetative and reproductive structure of the vine Head - The part of the vine where the trunk is split into cordons Cordon - Arms of the grapevine that extend from the trunk Shoots - Shoots are the primary part of the vine growth consists of leaves, tendrils and fruit Spur - Each year, new canes that have grown along the permanent cordon are cut back to a small shoot containing two buds, known as a spur Bud - Along the length of the cane, there are several bumps called buds or nodes. At each of them, there will be a leaf and a flower or leaf and a tendril Tendril - Vines support themselves with tendrils to stay upright Leaf - As in all plants, it helps sustain the vine. It's responsible for photosynthesis - a process where plants use chlorophyll and sun energy to convert water and CO2 to sugar glucose and oxygen Grape bunches - Vine flowers are hermaphrodite - they have both male and female parts. The flowers are in bunches called inflorescences. Each flower that is successfully pollinated will become a grape berry and the inflorescence will become a grape bunch Sucker - They are small shoots, the grapevine trunk puts out in spring. These shoots pull energy, water, and nutrients away from the main plant and need to be removed. Isn't the grapevine fascinating! #sonalhollandwineacademy #sonalhollandwineandspiritacademy #wsetcourses #winelovers #wineenthusiasts #vine #grapevine #grapevineplant #winecourses

🌿🍷 Protecting Vineyards from Smoke Taint! A new Wine Australia project is expanding smoke detector tech to help vineyards combat bushfire risks. This innovation aims to safeguard grape quality and support growers nationwide. Learn more: https://buff.ly/3DbD6lG #WineAustralia #SmokeTaint #InnovationInViticulture

🍇 Mexico Concludes Its 2024 Table Grape Season Amid Challenges The 2024 season highlighted both opportunities and obstacles for Mexican table grape producers. 💡 Key insights from Sergio Lugo, Sonora Table Grape Growers Association: Price pressure in the U.S. market due to oversupply: up to 6M boxes vs. a weekly demand of 3.5M. Heat waves impacted yields for key varieties. Diversification efforts redirected grapes to domestic and alternative markets, preventing U.S. shelf saturation. 🌱 Pruning is now underway in Sonora and Jalisco, signaling preparation for a robust 2025. 📖 Read more about Mexico’s grape industry trends. https://lnkd.in/etgbiQrU #Agriculture #FreshProduce #MexicoGrapes

Pacific Northwest Wine Grape Acreage Holds Steady 🍇 While other sectors of agriculture face fluctuations, the Pacific Northwest's wine grape acreage is holding steady, showing the region's resilience and dedication to quality. With stable acreage, producers can focus on refining their practices, enhancing sustainability, and boosting market potential. At Root Ag Advisory, we help farmers and growers stay ahead of trends and ensure their operations are built for long-term success. Curious about what this means for the future of wine grapes? Check out the latest update here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gxJGTz9f #WineGrapes #PNWAg #SustainableFarming #RootAgAdvisory #AgTrends #WineIndustry