Delaying irrigation initiation can have many positive direct and indirect effects on grapevine development and wine quality. The objective of this research is to determine the optimal irrigation [...]
The overall objective of this study is to investigate interactions between the wine spoilage yeast Brettanomyces bruxellensis and the malolactic bacteria Oenococcus oeni in order to reduce the risk [...]
It is important for growers of newly planted vineyards to stay informed about the GTDs situation in nearby vineyards. Baumgartner et al. (2019) showed adoption of preventative measures at early [...]
In the fiscal year 2022-2023, the OWB committed $359,409 to seven highly ranked viticulture and enology projects that were reviewed and recommended to OWB by its Research Committee comprised of [...]
This study aims at identifying pathogens associated with GTDs in Oregon to understand if different climatic regions in Oregon influence spore dispersal of most common GTD pathogens; and compare [...]
For the 2023-24 fiscal year, the OWB is funding $279,060 in Viticulture and Enology research grants. Below are the six funded projects that were recommended for funding by the Research Committee and [...]
A robust panel of sparkling winemakers from Oregon and Champagne discuss the various processes, latest research and techniques to make wines, build brands and run successful sparkling wines [...]
Impacts and Learning from the 2022 Frost Event The freeze event in April 2022 affected many vineyards throughout Oregon. This type of freeze is not often seen in the Oregon’s wine grape regions, so [...]
A robust panel of sparkling winemakers from Oregon and Champagne discuss the various processes, latest research and techniques to make wines, build brands and run successful sparkling wines [...]
Adapting to New Regulations while Optimizing Labor Relations A diverse panel of small and larger growers as well as vineyard management companies will share their insights into navigating new [...]
Oregon’s premier epidemiologists provide the latest research and practical management techniques for the vineyard pests that are on the rise in Oregon. This session features the latest data on the [...]