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Double Pruning Demystified: A Critical Frost Protection Strategy for Experienced Vineyard Managers

Double pruning is a critical two-stage pruning technique that protects primary buds from late spring frosts. It involves an initial, longer cut during dormancy, followed by a final trim after frost danger passes, leveraging apical dominance to safeguard potential yield. This strategy is essential for experienced vineyard managers facing unpredictable weather patterns.