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Mastering Canopy: Your Guide to Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Vineyard Optimization

Learn how Leaf Area Index (LAI) provides a quantitative measure for vineyard canopy density, impacting fruit quality and disease. This guide offers a step-by-step process for measuring LAI, troubleshooting tips, and actionable strategies for optimizing your canopy management.

July 26, 2026

5 min read

#leaf area index#LAI#canopy density

Close-up of green grapes in a sunny vineyard, surrounded by lush leaves and morning light.

Summer Spray Program Adjustments: A Vineyard Manager's Checklist

As vineyard canopies thicken and fruit develops, summer spray programs require critical adjustments to maintain disease control. This guide outlines key changes in water volume, fungicide rotation, canopy management, and scouting to ensure effective coverage and protect your crop from diseases like powdery mildew, downy mildew, and botrytis.

July 24, 2026

6 min read

#summer spray#fruit set#fungicide schedule

Close-up of ripe green grapes hanging in a vineyard in Vĩnh Hải, Vietnam.

Canopy Management in a Drought Year: When the Rules Change for Experienced Vineyard Managers

Drought years demand a radical shift in canopy management. Traditional practices can harm vines and yield. Learn how to adapt your strategies, prioritize vine health, and optimize water use with precise monitoring and targeted interventions.

July 22, 2026

10 min read

#drought canopy#water stress#leaf removal

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