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Fruit Set Assessment: Rapid Crop Load Estimation Post-Bloom

Rapid fruit set assessment is crucial for vineyard managers to accurately estimate crop load post-bloom. This guide provides a step-by-step protocol for efficient data collection, analysis, and actionable next steps to refine yield projections and optimize vineyard management decisions.

August 19, 2026

5 min read

#fruit set#cluster count#crop load

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Beyond the Drip: Optimizing Brix Through Canopy-to-Crop Balance

When irrigation is optimized but Brix remains low, the culprit often lies in an imbalanced canopy-to-crop ratio. Learn how strategic shoot thinning, leaf pulling, and green thinning can restore balance, improve sugar accumulation, and enhance grape quality.

August 18, 2026

5 min read

#low Brix#canopy management#crop load

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