Resources

Winter Injury to Grapevines and Methods of Protection (E2930 PDF)

Published on November 11, 2015
Genotype determines a vine’s maximum cold hardiness potential. Environment — soil, weather, topography and pests — and grower management determine how much of that potential is realized.
Vineyard Establishment 2: Planting and Early Care of Vineyards

Published on November 11, 2015
Most vineyards are planted after the soil has been tilled completely to provide a loose, workable planting bed for the vines.
Vineyard Establishment 1: Pre-Plant Decisions

Published on November 10, 2015
Grapevines are relatively easy to grow and can live a very long time. Some Michigan vineyards are more than a hundred years old. The commercial grower's goal, however, is not merely vine survival but production of quality grapes at a profit.
Spotted Wing Drosophila: A New Invasive Pest of Michigan Fruit Crops

Published on November 6, 2015
The Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) is a small vinegar fly with the potential to damage many fruit crops.
Fruit Crop Pest Management: Commercial Applicators Guide Category 1C

Published on October 27, 2015
This bulletin covers the management and control of common pests in tree fruit — including apples, cherries, peaches, pears, plums and nuts — and small fruit — including blueberries, grapes, raspberries and strawberries
Predicting Harvest Yield in Juice and Wine Grape Vineyards

Published on October 19, 2015
This publication gives many details on how to predict grape production and yield.
La Drosophila de las alas manchadas - Una nueva plaga invasora en los frutales de Michigan

Published on November 1, 2010
La mosca Drosophila de alas manchadas (Drosophila suzukii) es una mosca pequeña del vinagre que potencialmente puede causar daños a muchos cultivos frutícolas.
Spotted Wing Drosophila - A New Invasive Pest of Michigan Fruit Crops

Published on October 1, 2010
The Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) is a small vinegar fly with the potential to damage many fruit crops.
Measuring Soil Health for the Vine and Wine Quality

Measuring Soil Health for the Vine and Wine Quality - Neal Kinsey
Rebuilding the Networks of Terroir

Superorganism: Tending and Rebuilding the Networks of Terroir - Mimi Casteel