Spring frost risk in a changing climate in northern wine growing regions

Global warming, which is significantly affecting the Earth’s high-latitude regions, is creating new opportunities for the development of winegrape growing in northern areas that were previously too cold to allow proper grape ripening. However, the risk of spring frost affecting woody plants has increased in several parts of the world. Due to milder winters, the vegetative cycle now begins earlier […]

Enhancing grape quality for wine in cool climates: the role of hybrid cultivars, open field, and high tunnel cultivation

Enhancing grape quality and adapting to cool climates are becoming increasingly important as climate change and market demands influence winemaking. The use of hybrid grape cultivars, open-field cultivation, and high tunnel systems offers new opportunities for viticulture in cool regions. Hybrid cultivars are often more resistant to diseases and better adapted to lower temperatures, while high tunnels can extend the […]