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A federal court has halted the spraying of Monsanto’s Dicamba pesticide across millions of acres of cotton and soybeans. This ruling is a victory for Texas farmers, grape growers, the environment, and the rule of law. Texas farmers and grape growers have suffered millions of dollars in losses due to Dicamba drift, which has damaged…
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This is a great article from WineEnthusiast that discusses the growing Texas wine industry and the application for six new American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) in the state. AVAs are designated wine grape-growing regions that share similar characteristics, such as climate, soil, and topography. These new AVAs would highlight the unique grape-growing regions of Texas and…
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Once unknown in the wine world, the Texas wine industry has grown exponentially in recent decades. From a mere 20 wineries in the 1980s to nearly 450 today, Texas is now one of the top wine-producing states in the country. This boom is due in part to the state’s wide-open spaces and moderate yet varied…
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The Texas A&M AgriLife Grape Crush Report is a survey that collects data on the state’s grape and wine industry. It discusses the challenges faced by grape growers and winemakers in the state, as well as the successes. The report includes information on the number of acres planted in grapes, the tonnage of grapes crushed,…
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Texas A&M AgriLife is committed to supporting the growth and sustainability of the Texas wine industry through research, education, and outreach. The university’s viticulture and enology specialists work with wine grape growers and winemakers to improve production practices, develop new wine grape varieties, and promote the quality and diversity of Texas wines. In this article…
