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Winter to thrive By Jennifer Smith, DeerbustersCanada Deer Fence Grapes are one of many fruits that can tolerate frigid temperatures, but vineyard managers will need to work diligently to protect plants from harsh winter weather and visitation from wildlife. Below are winter gardening tips for vineyard owners to consider this winter in preparation for spring growing and winemaking. Think of prunes this winter No, grape producers will not be eating prunes this winter, but, they will need to prune back grape vines to avoid cold damage and plant diseases. Some grape varieties can withstand temperatures as low as -35 degrees Fahrenheit; however, if growers neglect pruning plants, they may see damage to the woody trunk of the plant or dead vines that will not produce buds in spring. For frost protection, vineyard operators should mound one foot of soil around grapevines in February to help insulate plants. Wildlife movement concerns In the winter, white-tailed deer face multiple challenges. For one, they need to find food when natural resources are scarce, and for another, hunters are trying to find them to satisfy their own cravings. Therefore, deer will walk onto landscapes in the early morning and evening hours to brave chilly wind gusts and avoid being seen by people. Since deer mating season occurred in November and December, vineyard managers will see more deer on properties and will need to act on deer management strategies to prevent damage to vineyards. While there are many types of fences on the market, the best fence for protecting vineyards from wildlife damage is made from either polypropylene or a PVC-coated metal.
In case white-tailed deer were not problematic enough, vineyard operators will also see an increase of coyotes on landscapes, as they breed until March, and even bear movement. Vineyard managers can try different tactics for ridding wild animals from landscapes. Since the average vineyard size is approximately 49 acres, grape growers may try to find the cheapest strategy for keeping wildlife off their landscapes. Cheaper alternatives for deer resistance include applying deer repellents around vineyards and planting deer-resistant flowers. The problem with deer repellents are that the liquid or granular formulas wash away after heavy rain and snow. They may only last for 30 days, making them a constant reminder to vineyard managers to re-apply around large acres of land. Chemical odour repellents may be harmful (toxic) to both humans and pets. And, deer-resistant plants such as marigolds and daffodils, grow in spring, but that does not leave protection in the winter season. Deer fencing for vineyard protection A low-maintenance alternative for deer resistance is deer fencing. While there are many types of fences on the market, the best fence for protecting vineyards from wildlife damage is made from either polypropylene or a PVC-coated metal. The fence mesh chosen for vineyard protection depends on the amount of wildlife traffic travelling to landscapes and the type of wildlife. Most poly deer fences have a certified breaking strength between 650 and 1,400 pounds, and a life expectancy up to 20 years. This type of fence material works best against light-to-moderate deer populations but not against chewing animals. Metal Deer Fences keep out chewing animals, such as coyotes, wolves, and small critters thanks to a tough steel core and PVC-coating. The life expectancy of steel deer fences is between 20 to 30 years and appear virtually invisible from a short distance. Summary Winter is tough times for wildlife, as they travel far and wide for food only to find little. Tougher times arise for vineyard managers as wildlife approach landscapes to eat and breeding seasons goes into full swing. To get through winter struggles, growers will need to prune back grape vines and start thinking about deer management strategies to prepare them for spring winemaking. o let the deerbusterscanada.ca 888.594.0602 CANADA DEERBUSTERS Sour Your grapes Wholesale Discounts Available Deer Fence | Gates | Kits | Posts | Accessories Whole SALE 35
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