Online Courses
We know you want to learn about the latest science-based practices but your calendar fills up fast. By completing these online courses you can learn from experts and growers about the most pressing issues in the field and stay up to date with viticultural science and regulatory updates as they unfold. Plus, you can earn DPR and CCA continuing education hours on-demand, from anywhere.
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(Released 2024) Vineyard Spraying Technologies to Improve Application Efficiency for Every Grower | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - PA
CourseIn this presentation, Brent Warneke discusses the strengths and weaknesses of each type of sprayer, and that improving spray application efficiency is not limited to purchasing a brand new sprayer.
$10
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(Released 2024) Pre-Season Checklist for Powdery Mildew Management | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseThis presentation gives you a growing season check list to think about disease management at the start of the growing season, including canopy management, fungicide selection, sprayer calibration and many other important practices.
$10
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(Released 2024) Biologicals Update and What is New for Biologicals in Vineyards | DPR 1.5 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseThis presentation defines biologicals and the categories of them, how they differ from synthetic pesticides, their advantages, and why their market is growing quickly.
$10
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(Released 2024) Using Hydrogels to Control Ants in Vineyards | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseIn this presentation, Dr. David Haviland will define hydrogels, describe how they can be used to produce baits, show the results of field trials documenting efficacy, and provide an update on progress towards making them commercially available.
$10
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(Released 2024) Waves of Innovation in Virus Vector Disruption: Vine Mealybug | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseIn this presentation, Emily Symmes emphasizes understanding the impact of leafroll viruses in the vineyard and the importance of controlling vine mealybug to mitigate virus spread.
$10
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(Released 2024) Improving Nursery Practices to Prevent Fungal Contamination and Biocontrol Strategies Against Grapevine Trunk Diseases | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseIn this presentation, Dr. Akif Eskalen talks about identifying common fungal pathogens associated with nursery vines and management strategies, including using synthetic chemical and biocontrol agents at different steps of the propagation process.
$10
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(Released 2024) Trunk Renewal for Management of Trunk Diseases | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseManaging winegrape trunk diseases is challenging. In this presentation, Dr. Kendra Baumgartner discusses trunk renewal as one method of management in detail.
$10
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(Released 2024) The Spotted Lanternfly is coming to California! | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseIn this presentation, Dr. Mark Hoddle discusses the taxonomy and the biology of the Spotted Lanternfly, how it invaded the US, its current spread and likelihood of coming to California and areas where it is likely to establish.
$10
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(Released 2024) Grape Phylloxera in Vineyards | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseIn this presentation, Dr. Patty Skinkis will discuss the biology of grape phylloxera, the damage it causes in vineyards and how it is managed.
$10
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(Released 2024) Lodi Mealybug and Virus Management Evolution | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1 - IPM
CourseIn this presentation, Stephanie Bolton, PhD, discusses vine mealybug in the Lodi region, and gives a detailed overview of the evolution of their sustainable pest management strategies.
$10
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(Released 2024) Making Sense of Sensors: The Future of Vineyard Disease Detection | DPR 1 - O; CCA 1-CM
CourseThis presentation details the important characteristics of the 5 main types of light sensors, what they are best used for, considerations such as cost and ease of use and examples of where they are used.
$10
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(Released 2024) Tailgate | The Ins & Outs of Developing a New Vineyard Site
CourseLearn how veteran growers choose a site, consider soil types, select rootstocks, design trellis systems, determine ideal plant material, incorporate soil amendments, and care for young vines.
Free
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