Vineyard nutrient management - expert discussion

By Blake Jackson

The Eastern Viticulture and Enology Forum (EVEF) webinar series, now in its fifth edition, is a collaborative initiative led by the Penn State Extension Grape and Wine Team, alongside viticulture and enology programs from various U.S. land grant institutions.

These institutions include Colorado State University, Cornell University, University of Georgia, Iowa State University, University of Maryland, Michigan State University, University of Minnesota, North Carolina State University, Ohio State University, Rutgers University, Texas A&M University, University of Vermont, Virginia Tech, and University of Wisconsin.

The series is designed to offer valuable insights for grape growers and winemakers. Participants can access the webinars free of charge, though pre-registration is required for live attendance.

The webinars are divided into two categories: viticulture and enology. Viticulture webinars run from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET, while enology webinars are scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET.

Upcoming viticulture and enology topics include:

• January 21, 2025: Vineyard Nutrient Management: Expert Forum Discussion (Viticulture)
• January 28, 2025: SO2 Management: Putting Theory into Practice (Enology)
• February 18, 2025: Vineyard Floor and Weed Management: Expert Forum Discussion (Viticulture)
• February 25, 2025: Piquette, Low Alcohol Wines, and Value-Added Products (Enology)
• March 11, 2025: Vineyard Disease Management: Expert Forum Discussion (Viticulture)
• March 18, 2025: The Wine Microbiome and Native Fermentations (Enology)
• April 15, 2025: Vineyard Sprayer Best Practices and Technology: Expert Forum Discussion (Viticulture)
• April 29, 2025: Managing Low vs. High pH: A Northern vs. Southern US Perspective (Enology)

Links for registration and further details click here.

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