• 135: Cold Hardiness of Grapevines
• 155: Sustainable Vineyard Management Across Different Climates
• 217: Combating Climate Chaos with Adaptive Winegrape Varieties
• Grape Breeding and Enology project website
• Grape breeding at the University of Minnesota
• Soon Li The, LinkedIn
• Soon Li Teh, University of Minnesota

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AI won’t replace you, but it can help you do more. Marketing expert Tamara Bingham (Likely Story Strategies) shares 5 practical ways wineries can use AI to save time, repurpose content, and plan smarter. Tune in for quick tips to work more efficiently and stay creative.

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Originally developed to combat phylloxera, rootstocks are now being researched as a solution to one of viticulture’s challenges: drought. Dr. Suraj Kar, Assistant Professor of Viticulture at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, explores the 150-year history of rootstocks and their evolving purpose. He explains the complex influence rootstocks have on drought tolerance, vine vigor, and fruit set—and how long-term research is identifying those best suited to support vine longevity in a changing climate.

• 110: How to Develop a New Vineyard Site
• 171: How to Farm Wine Grapes for Climate Change
• Differences in grapevine rootstock sensitivity and recovery from drought are linked to fine root cortical lacunae and root tip function
• Foundation Plant Sciences Grape Registry: Grapevine Varieties
• Irrigation and rootstock effects on the phenolic concentration and aroma potential of Vitis vinifera L. cv. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes
• Researchers pinpoint drought-resistant traits in grape rootstocks
• Root pressure–volume curve traits capture rootstock drought tolerance
• Suraj Kar, Ph.D
• The influence of grapevine rootstocks on scion growth and drought resistance

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 Want to get your winery featured in the press? Start with a better press release. Erin Kirschenmann, Managing Editor of Wine Business Monthly and founder of Novel Pairings, shares what makes a press release newsworthy. She explains how to tailor your message, capture editors’ attention with the five Ws, and why showcasing the human side of your brand matters. Learn how to craft more effective press releases and make your brand stand out.

• 265: How to Stand Out on Social Media in 2025
• 276: The Business Case for Employee Engagement in the Wine Industry | Marketing Tip Monday
• Erin Kirschenmann on Instagram
• Novel Pairings
• Wine Business

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Why do most tasting room guests show up? It’s not for the wine. Dan McCole (Michigan State University) shares research-backed tips to elevate customer experience through atmosphere, staff engagement, and showcasing accolades.

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• 257: Understanding Winery Visitors – Increase Sales with your Messaging
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Fungicide resistance in powdery and downy mildew is a growing challenge in Australian vineyards. Ismail Ahmed Ismail, Senior Research Officer at the South Australian Research and Development Institute, discusses a decade-long national study on fungicide resistance in Australian vineyards. Listeners will learn how spore trapping is being made practical and affordable, the use of phenotyping and genotyping to detect resistance, and why monitoring fungal populations is critical for sustainable disease management across FRAC groups.

• 266: Soft Pesticide Trial: Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew, Botrytis, and Sour Rot
• 235: Battling Fungicide Resistance with Glove Sampling
• 219: Intelligent Sprayers to Improve Fungicide Applications and Save Money
• 117: Grapevine Mildew Control with UV Light
• Australian Fungicide Resistance Extension Network
• FRAC Code List©* 2024
• Improving the understanding of fungicide resistance in Australian viticulture
• Status of fungicide resistance in Australian vineyards and developing strategies for monitoring
• Understanding fungicide resistance in powdery mildew, downy mildew and botrytis

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How do volatile phenols from wildfire smoke interact with wine chemistry? Mango Parker, Senior Research Scientist at the Australian Wine Research Institute, breaks down the science of smoke taint in wine. From identifying early markers like guaiacol and 4-methylguaiacol to uncovering the complex web of over a thousand compounds involved, Mango shares insights from two decades of research into how smoke transforms wine—from vineyard to barrel.

• 145: New Class of Compounds Linked to Smoke Taint in Wines
• 143: Can Barrier Sprays Protect Against Smoke Taint in Wine?
• Australian Wine Research Institute – Smoke Taint
• Mango Parker
• Mango Parker - Google Scholar
• Mango Parker - LinkedIn
• Prevalence of Wildfire Smoke Exposure Markers in Oaked Commercial Wine

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Discover how prioritizing employee engagement can elevate your sustainability efforts and business success. This episode explores real-world examples from Niner Wine Estates, Ancient Peaks, and Hope Family Wines, where workplace culture, strong benefits, and community involvement turn staff into long-term, loyal brand ambassadors. Learn why engaged employees are key to implementing best practices and creating meaningful customer connections.

Plus, find out how to start empowering your team with a free 30-minute online course.

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