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Vineyard Underground

Fritz Westover
Vineyard Management
Viticulture
Grape Growing
Pruning Techniques
Soil Moisture Monitoring
Canopy Management
Vineyard Floor Management
Wine Production
Powdery Mildew
Vineyard Mechanization
Cover Crops
Arizona Wine Industry
Custom Crush Facilities
Spray Adjuvants
Analyses In Winemaking
Weed Management
Grape Growing Practices
Soil Health
Integrated Weed Management
Vine Planting

What if you could hang out with experienced grape growers, ask them about the science of grape growing, vineyard operations, and more; then take an insight or two to improve your vineyard and ultimately the quality of the wines you produce? That's what we do each week on the Vineyard Underground. Hosted by Fritz Westover –– viticulture expert more than 20 years of experience in the vineyard indust... more

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We mark a major milestone with our 100th episode by stepping back to look at where the vineyard industry has been and where it's headed next. Fritz walks us through what's in, what's out, and what's coming for growers who want to stay profitable and ... more

Dr. Katie Gold and Dave Combs from Cornell University join Fritz to unpack one of the most confusing topics facing winegrape growers today: how biological fungicides truly fit into a spray program.

Katie explains how the Cornell grape pathology pro... more

Small vineyard decisions made early in the season can create major ripple effects later in the year, and in this episode, Fritz breaks down three vineyard management tasks that are frequently skipped, delayed, or underestimated despite their outsized... more

We are back with another solo episode! Fritz dives into the world of Reddit viticulture advice to separate helpful guidance from misleading recommendations. Using real vineyard and winemaking questions pulled from Reddit threads, Fritz evaluates the ... more

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Katie Gold
Dr. Katie Gold, Assistant Professor of Grape Pathology, Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: 099: Compatibility Test – How Do Biologicals Fit Into Your Spray Program with Katie Gold & Dave Combs
Dave Combs
Dave Combs, Research and Extension Support Specialist, Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: 099: Compatibility Test – How Do Biologicals Fit Into Your Spray Program with Katie Gold & Dave Combs
Matthew Fidelibus
Extension Specialist, UC Davis
UC Davis, Department of Viticulture and Enology
Episode: 096: Do Plant Growth Regulators Have a Place in Winegrapes with Dr. Matthew Fidelibus
Rob Warren
Owner of Desert Willow Vineyards, organic grower on the Texas High Plains
Desert Willow Vineyards / Warren Farms
Episode: 095: Transitioning from Conventional to Organic Grape Farming with Rob Warren
Jaclyn Fiola
Assistant Professor of Soil and Environmental Science, Delaware Valley University
Delaware Valley University
Episode: 094: Vineyard Nutrition Essentials - Magnesium Fundamentals with Dr. Jaclyn Fiola
Dr. Terry Bates
Senior Research Associate at Cornell University and Director of the Cornell Lake Erie Research and Extension Lab for Cornell AgriTech
Cornell University
Episode: 093: Vineyard Nutrition Essentials - Phosphorus Fundamentals with Dr. Terry Bates
Dr. Markus Keller
Viticulture researcher, author of The Science of Grapevines
Washington State University
Episode: 092: Vineyard Nutrition Essentials - Nitrogen Fundamentals with Dr. Markus Keller
Jenny Schultz
Co-owner and winemaker at Jolie-Laide Winery
Jolie-Laide Winery
Episode: 091: Rare Grape Varieties & Their Wines with Jolie-Laide Wines
Scott Schultz
Co-owner and winemaker at Jolie-Laide Winery
Jolie-Laide Winery
Episode: 091: Rare Grape Varieties & Their Wines with Jolie-Laide Wines

Host

Fritz Westover
Host of the show, viticulture expert with 20+ years in the vineyard industry

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 170 ratings
  • Practical info for all growers

    Always a fun listen, and super informative! I enjoy the wide range of guests and perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jarring 365466
    United States3 months ago
  • Very informative for Okanagan Valley

    Loved the stuff on biologicals

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Echo Ridge Wines
    Canada2 years ago
  • The best vineyard podcast

    This show is one of the best resources for viticulturists and wine enthusiasts who want to learn more about the vineyard. I recommend it to everyone I know in the industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    420xxTH0T_B0Ixx69
    United States2 years ago
  • Very Helpful

    I have been drinking from a fire hose for the past yr learning how to manage a vineyard. Every episode has been helpful. I listen on the tractor or in the cellar. The steep learning curve is less steep after listening to this show. Thank you tons!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    W_A15
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast!

    Fritz is so knowledgeable about viticulture and has educated and interesting guests on his show! This is a must listen for anyone interested in viticulture and enology. We are grape growers and are members of his academy too, Fritz is top notch!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sjnxksifxj
    United States2 years ago

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• The show is seen as a go-to resource for both new growers and seasoned professionals.
• Listeners praise practical, actionable guidance that translates to field results.
• Guests are viewed as credible experts providing real-world case studies.
• The host's ability to simplify complex viticulture topics is frequently highlighted.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

099: Compatibility Test – How Do Biologicals Fit Into Your Spray Program with Katie Gold & Dave Combs
Q: How should growers approach using biologicals during the critical pre-bloom to post-bloom window?
Prioritize using the strongest conventional products during that window, and consider placing biologicals in rotation; aim for at least two to three rotations of biologicals in the season to balance efficacy and resistance management.
099: Compatibility Test – How Do Biologicals Fit Into Your Spray Program with Katie Gold & Dave Combs
Q: What did your tank-mix study with biologicals and conventionals reveal about the potential advantages of mixing them together?
The study generally found little to no advantage to mixing biologicals with conventional products in the tank; in some cases, there was a negative interaction likely due to water chemistry, and in others there was no improvement in control.
099: Compatibility Test – How Do Biologicals Fit Into Your Spray Program with Katie Gold & Dave Combs
Q: Can biologicals interact in the spray tank or vineyard to enhance or limit performance of one another?
Yes, interactions can occur and may either harm or reduce efficacy, which is why tank-mix testing and understanding water chemistry and pH are critical before mixing biologicals with conventional products.
093: Vineyard Nutrition Essentials - Phosphorus Fundamentals with Dr. Terry Bates
Q: What do growers do if they find phosphorus deficiency in their plant tissue test?
Start with checking soil pH and availability, then consider timing and method of phosphorus delivery, prioritizing soil-applied options that place phosphorus near active root zones, and reserve foliar methods as a last resort during urgent need or dry conditions.
093: Vineyard Nutrition Essentials - Phosphorus Fundamentals with Dr. Terry Bates
Q: And so I'm just wondering what advice do you have for growers in reading their soil reports with regard to phosphorus content?
Treat soil phosphorus as a balance of supply and uptake; consider not only the total amount but how pH, aluminum, iron, and calcium availability will affect how much phosphorus is actually available to plants, and use that to guide fertilizer decisions rather than blindly increasing application.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vineyard Underground

What is Vineyard Underground about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dive weekly into viticulture and vineyard operations, hosted by a seasoned field expert with 20+ years in the industry. The show combines long-form conversations with practical, field-tested guidance on topics like transitioning to organic farming, vineyard nutrition (magnesium, phosphorus, nitrogen), pruning, pest and disease management, and strategic decisions such as mothballing and winemaking transitions. Across episodes, listeners get technically grounded insights, real-world case studies, and actionable takeaways tempered by affordable equipment, service providers, and ecosystem considerations. Sponsorships and product recommendations appear in episodes, underscoring a practical, practitioner-focused approach. The format tends ... more

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Recent guests on Vineyard Underground include:

1. Katie Gold
2. Dave Combs
3. Matthew Fidelibus
4. Rob Warren
5. Jaclyn Fiola
6. Dr. Terry Bates
7. Dr. Markus Keller
8. Jenny Schultz

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