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Eutypa Dieback: The Critical Decision – When to Remove a Cane and When to Wait

Eutypa dieback poses a significant threat to vineyards, demanding critical decisions on cane removal. This guide provides experienced vineyard managers with detailed insights into diagnosing Eutypa, understanding when to aggressively remove a cane, and when to opt for a strategic wait-and-monitor approach, emphasizing best practices and preventative measures to protect vine health and productivity.

June 16, 2026

11 min read

#eutypa#trunk disease#pruning

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Precision Mowing: Optimizing Timing and Height for Vineyard Canopy Health

Experienced vineyard managers know that precise mowing timing and height are critical for managing canopy microclimates. Suboptimal practices can lead to increased humidity, higher disease pressure, and significant costs. This post details actionable strategies, exact specifications, and step-by-step processes to optimize mowing for healthier vines and improved fruit quality.

June 15, 2026

10 min read

#mowing#cover crop#humidity

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Optimizing High-Vigor Vines: The Three-Bud Spur Adjustment in Spur Pruning

High-vigor vines, when spur-pruned conventionally, often lead to dense canopies and compromised fruit quality. This post details a targeted adjustment: consistently leaving three-bud spurs on high-vigor cordons to distribute energy, balance growth, and improve fruit quality.

June 14, 2026

5 min read

#spur pruning#high vigor#bud load

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Eutypa Dieback: The Critical Decision – When to Remove a Cane and When to Wait

Precision Mowing: Optimizing Timing and Height for Vineyard Canopy Health

Optimizing High-Vigor Vines: The Three-Bud Spur Adjustment in Spur Pruning

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