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Detail pruning for fruit production

Create a strong framework for your young tree

Casey Hartlip of Eaglepoint Ranch explains the importance of pruning in vineyard management. Viticulturalists stress that pruning is the single most important vineyard practice. But, how can trimming shoots impact the flavors in your bottle? Casey Hartlip of Eaglepoint Ranch, sheds light on the subject as he walks Alan Baker through the hows and whys of grapevine training.

2nd Annual Surry Community College Pruning Contest. Contestants were given 30 minutes to prune as many vines as possible. Vines were judged indivually and points were either awarded or deducted accordingly. Gill Giese is leading the proceedings.