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How to Avoid Frost Injury in Vineyards

Growing Produce

December 28, 2018

Growing Produce - Grapevines are sensitive to freezing temperatures during the growing season. Spring frost frequently damages opening buds and young shoots. In some regions, early fall frost can defoliate vines before harvest.

This article was written by Ed Hellman, a Professor of Viticulture and Enology at Texas Tech University – Fredericksburg, where he teaches and conducts research on wine grapes and other fruit crops.

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