Spraying is Evil

Published: June 18, 2020, 7 p.m.

Spraying is evil! Isn't it? 

In this tenth anniversary episode, Brad and Chris tackle the often neglected subject of pest management and disease pressure. There are many strategies to reduce the development and effects of pests and diseases in the vineyard, and almost all approaches involve some form of spraying. Most growers rely on it in some form, yet the topic is rarely covered in public discourse. So, why on earth would you send a tractor out to spray your beautiful vines?