Crop Estimation Techniques & Technologies for Improved Accuracy(Grower)

Researchers from Cornell University will present results from Central Coast studies using spatial imaging data to improve crop estimation in the vineyards. A panel of viticulturists will discuss their practical experience and methods to estimate yields.

Presentations:

Factors Affecting Crop Estimation Accuracy
Fritz Westover, Viticulturist & Technical Program Manager, Vineyard Team

Spatial Data Measurement of Canopy and Clusters to Improve Crop Estimation 
Dr. Terry Bates, Viticulturist & Director, Cornell Lake Erie Research & Extension

Using NDVI Data for Vineyard Management
Luke Haggerty, Viticulture Extension Specialist, Cornell Lake Erie Research & Extension

Spatial Data Processing - A Practical Review
Rhiann Jakubowski, Extension Program Assistant - GIS

Grower Panel on Crop Estimation Methods:

Will Drayton, Technical Vineyard Manager, Treasury Wine Estates

Kara Maraden, Viticulturist, Clos Du Val Vineyards

Jim Stollberg, Vineyard Manager & Owner of Maverick Farming Company

Free for Members/$25.00 for Non-Members

2.5 CCA CEU credits approved (Crop Management).

*Lunch provided by Vineyard Team for attendees also participating in the afternoon groundwater management meeting.* 

April 27 | 9:00 am -12:00 pm | Templeton | PLEASE REGISTER ON-SITE

Host: Castoro Cellars | 1315 N. Bethel Rd. | Templeton, CA