Field trial establishment begun in Geneva, NY!

May 18, 2023

 

Freshly tilled field in Geneva NY

The freshly tilled field in Geneva, NY, ready for planting grapevines. The trial will include Chardonnay as a Vitis vinifera control, hybrid selections from the NY breeding program, and Cornell and UMN cold-hardy releases including Arandell and La Crescent. 

Grapevines soaking in water to rehydrate roots for planting

The grapevines are soaked in water to rehydrate the roots before planting. This can take 3-4 hours!

Man on the back of a tractor attachment, dropping grapevines

One of our research techs on the back of the tractor, dropping grapevines for planting. A light on the back of the vehicle flashes every 8 feet to ensure even spacing. 

Group of research techs and students posing for photo in open field

The Geneva crew taking a quick break from planting!