

Site may very well be the most important criterion for a successful commercial vineyard operation. Reading thoughtfully through the information in this checklist will enhance your knowledge of what is required to locate and establish your vineyard site and make the most of your time allocated with a VCE agent. The information compiled in this checklist represents the most up-to-date information for assisting new grape growers. Contact with a VCE agent near your location may also be established by visiting the Virginia Tech VCE website below. Beth Chang, Enology Extension Specialist. Amanda Stewart, Assistant Professor and Dr.

Mizuho Nita, assistant professor and Grape Pathology Extension Specialist and Tremain Hatch, Viticulture Research/Extension Associate. Tony Wolf, Professor and Viticulture Extension Specialist, Dr. Specialized training for county extension agents and the recent hiring of two new enologists are major advances. Virginia Tech has served the needs of the wine industry through Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) for over 25 years. The Role of Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) Each heading is followed by a brief description of our online resources. Below you will find a heading in bold for each of the criterion in the checklist. Current interest in expansion of vineyard acreage has resulted in an increased demand for research and extension to assist with the growth of new farmland by both experienced and novice grape growers. The Commonwealth's wine industry continues to expand with more than 300 licensed wineries, and approximately 3,500 acres of vineyard in 2021.

This compilation of information and links for grape growers was created to address inquiries for commercial grape growing and vineyard establishment information in Virginia. Welcome to the Virginia Tech's New Grape Grower Checklist.
