Resources for Vineyards
We grow excellent grapes in Oklahoma. Learn which varietals grow in your area, the best growing techniques, pest management, and spray schedules.
Education
There is always something new to learn about growing grapes. These Universities offer on-line or mixed learning classes and certificate programs.
Oklahoma State University offers an in-person Grape Management class at the Cimmiraron Test Station in Perkins. Classes run from March - September. Enroll here In-person
The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell is home to one of the top viticulture and enology programs in the world. Online available
The online Viticulture Certificate Program from UC Davis combines the viticultural expertise of the Department of Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis and UC Cooperative Extension Farm advisors with the practical knowledge and experience of industry experts. Online
The Texas Tech Viticulture Certificate Program is designed for wine industry entrepreneurs and prospective vineyard managers seeking comprehensive knowledge of viticultural principles and commercial grape production practices. Online & hands-on.
Learn to Grow Grapes
Grape management course blends instruction and hands-on learning for producers
6 Essential Steps to Growing Grapes in Oklahoma
Grapevines Pruning - Becky Carroll, OSU Extension demonstrate how to prune grape vines. Video
Pruning
Pruning Grapes on a Trellis - Casey Hentges visits with Aaron Essary, OSU Viticulture and Enology Extension Specialist, about how to correctly prune grape vines to ensure a harvest this spring. Video
Grapevines Pruning - Becky Carroll, OSU Extension demonstrate how to prune grape vines. Video
Pest Management
Nutrients & Fertilizer
Podcasts
HiRes Vineyard Nutrition Podcast devoted to helping the grape and wine industry understand how to monitor and manage vineyard health through grapevine nutrition research. The series is hosted by Dr. Patty Skinkis, Viticulture Extension Specialist and Professor at Oregon State University.
Hosted by Fritz Westover, the Vineyard Underground podcast is designed to help grape growers achieve success in their vineyard journey.
Between the Vines focuses on timely viticulture, business management, and Integrated Pest Management issues to help vineyards achieve commercial success. This regional Extension team is a collaboration between Penn State and Cornell University.
Video
Oklahoma State University Enology & Viticulture video series covers a variety of winemaking and grape growing topics in Oklahoma. Hosted by Aaron Essary, OSU Extension Specialist for Viticulture and Enology. (25+ videos of winemaking and viticulture)
Grapevine Short Course but UC Davis Viticulture and Enology (25 videos)
Grape Irrigation Short Course by UC Davis Viticulture and Enology (15 videos)
Oklahoma Gardening filmed Grape Harvest at CH Vineyard in 2023. Casey Hentges, joined C&H Garden Vineyard owners, Harley & Cynthia Duncan, for harvest and to learn how they are helping grow the grape and wine industry in Oklahoma.