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    • Growing Season
    • Pests & Diseases
    • Soil Health >
      • Cover Crops
      • Compost
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      • Groundwater Sustainability Plan
  • Environment
    • Air Quality >
      • Agricultural Burning
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      • Climate Video Series
      • Modern vs. Fossil CO2
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The Growing Season

The Growing Season

The Napa Valley's grape growing season can be roughly outlined by month, with each period playing a crucial role in the development of wine grapes. Keep in mind that specific weather conditions, grape varieties, and vineyard management practices can lead to variations in this schedule.
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Additional Resources

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The Growing Conditions Report
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NVG Best Practices Video:
​Cane Pruning

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NVG Best Practices Video:
​Cordon Spur Pruning​
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NVG Best Practices Video:
Crop Thinning

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NVG Best Practices Video:
​Leafing
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NVG Best Practices Video:
Suckering

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NVG Best Practices Video:
Harvest 

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NVG Best Practices Paper:
​Harvest Procedures* 
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