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s m a r t v i t i c u lt u r e water stress. These have been found to work quite reliably and are easy to assess with experience and can be integrated over many vines. The second feature of the Smart proposal is that irrigation should be practiced with a view of vine water status in mind. This should avoid the common practice of over-irrigating wine grape vineyards and potentially reduce wine quality. PWV Dr. Richard Smart is rewriting and thoroughly revising "Sunlight into Wine." He is happy to receive statements from growers and winemakers about their commercial success with various aspects of canopy management. Interested persons should contact Dr. Smart by email at richard@smartvit.com.au. Dr. Smart visits the U.S. frequently, and consulting appointments also can be made by email. See smartvit.com.au. NEW Practical Winery Library! Single-subject articles on a wide range of topics From the archives of Practical Winery & Vineyard trailers NARROW ROW FROM WESTERN SQUARE carry 4-foot bins down 6-foot rows Western Square Narrow Row Trailers: • Carry valley bins, half-ton or quarter-ton plastic bins interchangeably. • Have wheels under the frame. • Allow bins to be removed without the use of a forklift. Self-Tilt Trailer The self-tilt trailer allows you to remove bins without any extra machinery. Strip of hard plastic allows bins to slide off without forklift. Two-bin Trailer The two-bin trailer is easily tilted at the hitch with a tractor. Small stepping board with tapered corners for minimal turning radius. Rear adjustable ramp shown above in down position allows bin(s) to slide to the ground and below in upright, locked position. Western Square manufactures several models of trailers including other narrow row trailers. For specifications and a detailed brochure, contact: WESTERN SQUARE I N D U S T R I E S 1621 North Broadway • Stockton, CA 95205 Telephone: 209.944.0921 • Fax: 209.944.0934 Toll-Free: 800.367.8383 Visit our website: WesternSquare.com You can find Western Square on PracticalWineryLibrary.com and Lean, Green and Made in America pr actica l win ery & vin eya rd O CTO B ER 20 13 81