Grapes and Wine

Sulfur dioxide plays several key roles in the winemaking process.  Washington State University's Thomas Henick-Kling talks about his latest SO2 research, and the impact it could have on the local and national wine industry.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

Is there a silver bullet when it comes to addressing Powdery Mildew?  According to Washington State University's Dr. Michelle Moyer, the answer is complicated.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...

Washington State University's Dr. Michelle Moyer says UVC light has great potential when it comes to fighting powdery mildew.  In today's Wine Minute, she discusses what the future of this treatment may look like.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

The Washington State Wine Commission will host a WAVEx Wednesday May 14th focused on tannins in wine.  Melissa Hansen has a preview of the upcoming event.       If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquareme... Read More ...

Washington State University’s 2025 Viticulture Intern Boot Camp is slated for May 20th, at WSU’s IAREC in Prosser.  WSU said this all-day workshop is targeted to provide a baseline level of knowledge to company interns specializing in activities or training related to viticulture in the state.  Organizers said the...

In an effort to better serve the juice grape growers across the Evergreen state, the Washington State Grape Society is conducting a brief survey to gather insights directly from juice grape growers.  Growers are asked to take a few moments to complete a three-question survey.  The Gra...

Julie Pond, Executive Director of the Northwest Berry Foundation, says they conduct a lot of research that has a direct impact on the local wine industry.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to... Read More ...

A recent study from Washington State University shows that “cult wines” may adapt and adjust to unpredictable weather better than their more mainstream counterparts.  A rare and ultra-premium product, "cult wines" are only available to those who join a winery’s allocation list or purchase the bottles on the secondary market.    The WSU study loo...

What's the latest when it comes to Powdery Mildew Research? Washington State University's Dr. Michelle Moyer provides us an update.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

Innovation meets sustainability at the Washington wine industry annual research event, slated for Wednesday April 23rd at the Washington State University campus in the Tri-Cities.  The Washington Wine Commission’s Melissa Hansen said this year’s WAVE will focus on sustainability in action.    “Two years ago, ...