Program
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Welcome to the 2020 Sustainable Ag Expo
CourseVineyard Team would like to welcome you to the VIRTUAL 2020 Sustainable Ag Expo.
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The New IPM Model for the 21st Century
CourseNew IPM model consists of management, business, and environmental aspects of pest management and various components within. This model presents an economically viable, environmentally sustainable, and socially acceptable approach to pest management.
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Australia's New Climate Map for the Australian Wine Industry
CourseThis world-leading resource will help improve Australia’s climate adaptation response, as it provides a range of detailed insights about how the climate is projected to change in each of Australia’s wine regions.
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Biological Control of PD with Endophytic Bacteria
CourseA brief introduction to Pierce's disease and description our work to control this disease with a non-pathogenic bacterium that can also multiply in grape and acts as a vaccine that stimulates the plant to kill the pathogen.
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Farming Hemp in Wine Country
CourseThis session discusses results of a study that examined the potential of hemp terpene drift from hemp crops planted close to vineyards. Specifically, the presenter will discuss the design of their study, findings, current and future research.
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Current Status of UC Cooperative Extension - Retirements and Recruitment
CourseUpdates on the UCCE budget and how it will affect the ability to fill positions of retiring Farm Advisors and Specialists. Larry Bettiga and Chris Storm will discuss how this situation looks from the perspective of a Farm Advisor.
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Breeding Winegrapes for Resistance to Pierce's Disease & Powdery Mildew
CourseGrape breeders and geneticists are pursuing disease resistant grapes. Given the diversity of grape species and breadth of disease/pest resistance, and tolerance to adverse soil and environmental problems, it seems wise to consider these options.
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Understanding Evolving EU Sustainability Requirements
CourseThe EU is developing new sustainability requirements related to pesticides and climate change. This presention will describe the process, standards, and how growers can prepare.
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Highlighting Grower Handbook on Leafroll Management in CA Vineyards
CourseIn the new book, this collaboratively produced educational material will help growers better understand mealybug and virus management. Their efforts include a hard copy and as an electronic version with bonus educational videos.
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Improving Extension Outcomes Using Leafroll Virus and Red Blotch Disease as Model Systems
CourseImproving Extension Outcomes using leafroll virus and red blotch disease as model systems.
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LIVE Growers & Markets
CourseLIVE Thursday, Nov. 19 9 - 11am(PST) Grower Roundtable Erin Amaral Pacific Coast Farming Bart Haycraft Jackson Family Wines Lucas Pope Coastal Vineyard Services Ryan Scott Monterey Pacific Update on the Grape Market Jeff Bitter Allied Grape Growers
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Managing Leafroll Virus in Vineyards - BIFS Project Update
CourseVineyard managers have dealt with a number of invasive insect pests, including the vine mealybug. This course addresses new tools and approaches to suppress this pest.
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News from DPR
CourseDiscussion of the most recent regulatory issues and laws related to pesticides.
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Regenerative Agriculture
CourseDrawing on visits to farms in the industrialized and developing worlds, presentation explores how practices based on the principles of conservation agriculture help restore soil health and fertility.
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Report on Joint Healthy Soils Project
CoursePresentation will share results of four studies on the effect of compost on soil and vine health. The studies represent a variety of regions, different compost feedstocks, compost rates, placement, and timing of compost application.
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Smoke Effects on Wine and Winegrapes
CoursePresentation will address smoke effects on fruit quality and will look forward to grower options regarding contracts and insurance.
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Spotted Latternfly - Threat to California
CourseU.S. Spotted lanternfly has shown to be a significant pest of concern in vineyards with yield losses and vine death reported from growers. The establishment, plant damage, detection, and management of this invasive will be reviewed.
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State of the Biopesticides Industry and Market
CourseBiological use is growing as growers face regulatory and consumer concerns about traditional inputs. This talk provides an update on the biologicals market, regulatory process, new technologies, and soil biology.
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The Latest Information on Leafroll and Red Blotch Viruses
CourseLeafroll and red blotch diseases are two major threats to sustainable production. The latest research advances on disease ecology will be highlighted and management options will be discussed.
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Updates on NGRA Research Projects
CourseFind out how non-scientists can work—and actively are working—to advance the grape and wine industry through research supported by the National Grape Research Alliance.
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Sprayer Calibration for Vineyards
CourseThis presentation will discuss how growers and their sprayer operators can get the best from their sprayers with the use of good sprayer set-up. Useful sprayer technology will be discussed along with new ideas to improve spray application.
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The Vineyard of the Future
CourseMany issues influence how a grower manages their vineyard as changes arise. How vineyards have been managed in the past and present will be discussed in relation to what viticulture practices one should consider as we look to the future.
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The Threat of Red Blotch Virus to Foundation Vineyards at UC Davis
CourseGeneral overview and updates on the recent Grapevine Red Blotch Virus outbreak in RRV Foundation Vineyard.
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Weed Management
CourseIntegrated weed management (IWP) should be the foundation of a growers weed management approach. IWP is defined, the reasons for why it is important is explained and how to implement it is described.
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Use of Biochar in Vineyards
CourseBiochar, a specialized form of charcoal made from waste woody biomass at high temperature in the absence of oxygen, is used as an effective soil amendment to improve soil moisture & soil health. Presentation includes field research study results.
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Use of Spore Monitoring in Vineyard Disease Management
CourseUV-C radiation can be used to aid disease management programs. Recent results from field and lab trials will be presented. Presentation will also describe monitoring challenges and risk management.
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Rootstocks that Enhance Systemic Immunity to Pierce’s Disease in Scion Grapevine Varieties
CourseThe goal of our research is to develop resilient rootstock varieties that are productive and enhance systemic immunity providing trans-graft protection to any sensitive scion grapevine variety from developing and/or succumbing to Pierce’s disease.
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Using Drones to Manage Bird Pests in Vineyards
CourseBirds cause billions of dollars of damage to crops because there is no universal cost-effective solution. We describe the development and preliminary test results of a novel autonomous drone system that is designed to be cost-effective and effective.
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Vine Trunk Diseases
CourseResults from demonstration trials on preventative practices in young vineyards and vine surgery (also known as trunk renewal) in mature vineyards.
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Water Use and Stress Detection Technologies
CourseDr. McElrone will provide updates on ground-based and remotely sensed tools available to growers that estimate vine water use and stress associated with weather and atmospheric demands.
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Emerging Issue: Protection from Wildfire Smoke
CourseWith wildfires ranging all over the state, learn about the emergency wildfire smoke regulation. Additionally, how you can keep yourself and employees safe from wildfire smoke.
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Artificial Intelligence for Integrated Pest Management
CoursePresentation addresses different ways to identify pests & diseases using visual ID and artificial intelligence models and the science of how AI image recognition models work.
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Strategizing Social Media
CourseThe vast Social Media landscape can feel overwhelming and daunting for brands big and small. Creating winning strategies that are manageable, drive sales, and increase brand engagement are crucial for success across all available platforms.
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Using Data to Unlock Wine Online
CourseExplore the ways data and technology can help wineries make smarter marketing decisions, and grow sales. By harnessing the power and potential of data, wineries future-proof their business and will propel the industry forward.
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Remote Sensing and Data Analytics in Vineyard Management
CoursePresentation will share what the latest research tells us about the applicability and effectiveness of different technologies in improving irrigation system performance, including moisture probes, drones, satellites and plane based imagery.
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Year-Round Vine Mealybug IPM in Vineyards
CourseDescription of a year-round approach to managing VMB including ID, monitoring, pest damage, & treatment options. Uses and best practices for successfully incorporating various mating disruption platforms into vineyard IPM programs will be addressed.
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Vineyard Water and Nutrient Management
CourseIn addition to plant stress measurements, continuous soil profile moisture monitoring provides a repeatable and highly efficient way to apply limited amounts of water to a vineyard. Presentation will also discuss fertilizers and nutrition.
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Managing Heatwaves: A Case Study in Climate Adaptation and Vineyard Resiliency
CoursePresenters will discuss a case study that explores heat stress and how a soil microbial application has shown to improve vine resilience through heat events, in addition to how this case study fits into the greater concept of climate adaptation.
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Headquarter Compliance for Pesticides
CourseThis class will cover the ins and outs of pesticide paperwork related to headquarter compliance. What records are needed, how long to keep them and where to find templates for easy documentation. 3CCR 6412, 6618, 6700s, 6672-6684
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Water and Nitrogen Use Calculations
CourseCalculating the amount of water and Nitrogen applied to a vineyard is important for tracking inputs and improving efficiency.
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LIVE Meet the Researchers
Course2 hr LIVE Friday, November 20th, 9 - 11am (PST) Mealybug, Virus, Spotted Lanternfly, Trunk Disease Dr. Kent Daane Dr. Heather Leach Dr. Kendra Baumgartner Biochar, Compost & Hemp Doug Beck Dr. Charlotte Decock Dr. Cristina Lazcano Dr. George Sellu