- Editor: Olivia Dally
- Author: Kate Fuller
Kate Fuller is a post doctoral research in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of California, Davis. She studies the economics of agricultural pests and diseases.
Plant viruses affect many crops and cost billions of dollars annually in preventative measures and damages. In grapevines, most long-distance spread of viruses is caused by the movement of infected plants, which can be controlled effectively if clean stock is made available to growers. Several grapevine clean plant centers, which provide virus testing and cleaning services, have been established throughout the United States. These centers work in partnership with the USDA to provide an inventory of certified...
- Author: Olivia Pisano
On November 14, 2013, Cornell Plant Virologist, Dr. Marc Fuchs, began a three-stop, Red Blotch speaking tour of Northern California. He began in Davis, speaking to a crowd of close to 200 at UC Davis, before moving on to Napa and Mendocino. As Dr. Fuchs is on the forefront of Grapevine Red Blotch Disease research, we on the West Coast were very lucky to have the opportunity to hear him speak. His presentation at Davis, Red Blotch: Challenges and Opportunities, was recorded and has been posted online here. You can also find the...
- Author: Olivia Pisano
Back in February, FPS announced the results from its initial testing of 1600 vines from the Classic Foundation and the entire planting at the Russell Ranch Foundation Vineyards. Yesterday, FPS announced the results of further testing of the Classic Foundation and posted a list of those results on their website.
We've now tested nearly...
- Author: Olivia Pisano
Have you ever wondered about the different clones of a grape variety? Or are you looking for a nursery where you can purchase a specific grape variety?
I have just the place for you –
The National Grape Registry (NGR) was created in 2006 through funding from the Viticulture Consortium West and the American Vineyard Foundation as a comprehensive list of all available grape materials in the United States....
- Author: Olivia Pisano
With all the news about Grapevine Red Blotch, I’ve been linking to the UC Integrated Viticulture website quite frequently.
This website is a useful tool for newcomers to grape growing and the seasoned viticulturist alike. The information comes from the experts, the University of California Cooperative Extension Farm Advisors, UC Faculty, and others who specialist in grape care...
