The Inside Winemaking Podcast With Jim Duane

In this episode, we have the honor of having a conversation with Sarah Placella, founder of Root Applied Sciences, to explore sustainable vineyard management through innovative technologies. We discuss the role of spore traps in detecting powdery mildew, enabling grape growers to reduce chemical use while maintaining vineyard health.  The episode discusses advancements in air sampling techniques, including solar-powered models and dry cyclone systems, which optimize pathogen detection. We also cover the economic benefits of reduced pesticide applications and the potential of biological alternatives.  Winemaking Class Offers and Show Notes for all episodes at https://www.insidewinemaking.com/ Resources from this Episode Root Applied Sciences: https://rootappliedsciences.com This episode is sponsored by Harvest Pillar concrete trellis posts. Want to learn more about Harvest Pillar concrete trellis posts and how they can help you save money in the long run? Visit https://www.harvestpillar.com/ today! Follow and