If you're looking for some Vineyard-themed items to add to your farm(s) in FarmVille, today is definitely the day to go shopping, as the new Vineyard theme has launched, bringing with it a series of ...

Too much heat from climate change can ruin wine Commonly used trellis systems provide zero protection from sun and heat Switching to high-wire trellis systems protect grape color and quality Exposing ...

Season’s greetings from the vine! Local wine enthusiast and vintner Bill Velto of Upland is interested in growing his own grapes for his home winemaking hobby and asked me about the different grape ...

If you plan on purchasing hundreds of grapevines from a nursery, be aware that most nurseries require a one year in advance order so they have time to propagate them for you. Buying a few vines for a ...

Predictions of grape yields are extremely important to juice processors and wineries but until recently, forecasting yields has relied on expensive and labor-intensive hand-sampling methods. However, ...

Whether you want to grow grapes for eating or drinking, backyard vineyards can be wonderful additions to your garden. They take some work, however, say Master Gardeners Brad Miller and Jim DeFrisco.

For reasons that should be apparent to everyone by now, I have developed a renewed appreciation for grapes and grape-related products. California has a nearly perfect climate for grapes. We have a ...