Systematic evaluation of sulfur use for management of grape powdery mildew

Nitrogen levels in grape must that are either too high or too low can cause sensory and economic issues in the production of fine wine. The amount of available nitrogen during fermentation is key to the healthy formation and reproduction of yeast, and completion of the process to dryness. The major yeast strain that dominates healthy alcoholic fermentation, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, typically produces one molecule of urea, glutamate, and proline from the metabolism of the amino arginine.

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Connecting Breeders to Producers: Regional on-Farm trials of Strawberry Cultivars and Elite Selections

There has been an ongoing need to have consistent strawberry variety grower trials to determine the potential these new varieties have in the Pacific Northwest (PNW) climate and markets. This project began to bridge the gap between the introduction of new varieties and growers confidently planting these new varieties. Three seasons of fresh and processed strawberry trials were planted in the Pacific Northwest and evaluated for fall establishment, overwintering potential and preharvest qualities that would meet grower and buyer standards.

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