Introduction Grapes (Vitis spp.) are suitable for either largescale or small-scale commercial production. Typically three types of grapes are grown in Kentucky: Native American, hybrid, and European grapes. The climate in Kentucky is the limiting factor to grape production. Although American and hybrid cultivars are better suited for production in Kentucky, European (vinifera) cultivars are mor...

Viticulture is becoming a successful alternative cropping system in Kentucky due to the increased demand for locally grown grapes and their profitability. However, the sustainability of the industry is hindered by insufficient experience on estimating crop size of hybrid and vinifera cultivars in a region that is subject to frequent damaging winter and spring temperatures.  The effects of crop ...

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ISU Information:  Iowa Soils Suitability Index for Vineyards Minnesota Cold Climate Grape and Wine Conference 2008 IWGA Annual Conference  ISU Viticulture Field Day, Horticulture Research Station  2007 Iowa Wine Growers Association Annual Convention Read more…

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