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Vineyard row with ripening dark grape clusters draped under green bird netting secured to wooden trellis posts

Bird Netting for Grapes: How to Protect Your Harvest (Without Losing It All to Birds)

Pete Lindgren / June 14, 2026

Bird netting is the only reliably effective way to protect ripening grapes from birds. Learn when to net, which mesh size to use, how to install it safely, and when organza cluster bags make more sense for a few vines.

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Grapevine leaf showing pale yellowish spots - early downy mildew disease infection in a cold-climate vineyard

Pests and Diseases

Grape Pests and Diseases: How to Recognize, Prevent, and Control Them

Pete Lindgren / December 7, 2021

The most effective grape pest and disease control starts before problems appear – with good airflow, disease-resistant varieties, and smart site setup. Here is what to watch for and how to handle it in a cold-climate vineyard.

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