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CENTRAL Ohio VINTAGE 2012 SEE US AT UNIFIED, BOOTH #1809 Agfast_WireVise_Jan08 12/13/07 12:34 Caryn Chachulski/2 Lad s Wi nery Reduced yields of other fruit crops may have led to the increased bird pressure on Michigan���s winegrape vineyards. normal weather in April with a series of frosts and freezes. Summer was dry, with good weather around harvest. Pests/diseases: Insect and disease pressure were generally light. Phomopsis and powdery mildew were the main disease issues. Some bunch rots developed at the end of the season. Supply/demand: Prices were consistent with previous years. Some surplus was noted with a few varieties in Southwest Michigan. Varieties: The reds had good color this year. Diane Brown Extension educator, Michigan State University WIREVISE�� Trellis & Fence Wire Anchor Embossed jaws grip the wire as it is inserted and prevent it from being pulled out. The wire is retensionable with a pair of pliers or a claw hammer. Ohio Due to spring frost that damaged mostly juice grape varieties (70% total acreage and production), the 2012 crop is estimated to be reduced by at least half. Most vinifera, however, were little affected and will produce exceptional fruit due to the dry and warm growing season. Heat units were higher than normal, which allowed red varieties longer hang time, higher Brix levels and better flavors. �� Weather: Winter was warmer than normal, resulting in early bud break and leading to spring frost injuries. The growing season was warm and mostly dry���unusually good weather for Ohio to produce high-quality fruit. WIRELINK�� Tool-free Trellis & Fence Wire Splicer Broken or sheared ends of a wire are slipped into either end of the WireLink to make a secure splice. Requires no tools. Both WireVise and WireLink are available for wire from 9-13 gauge. For your nearest dealer, contact: Toll-Free: 877.552-4828 909.451.2299 ��� Fax: 909.593-8309 Win es & Vin es JA N UA RY 20 13 119