By Stacey HeuerIn both the world of winemaking and logistics, technology has made tremendous strides in efficiency and automation. Yet, there are times when the best results come from people who care deeply about their craft. Take, for example, wineries that harvest their grapes by hand. While machines can pick grapes faster, hand-harvesting provides a level of quality and care that often leads to superior wines. Similarly, in the world of third-party logistics (3PL), companies are beginning to question whether automation is always the best route, opting instead to reduce automation and invest in team members dedicated to providing high-quality service. Hand-Harvested Grapes – Quality Over Quantity For centuries, vineyards have been harvesting grapes by hand, especially for premium wines. Although mechanical harvesting can be faster and cheaper, hand-picking grapes offers several benefits that directly impact the quality of the wine. Selective Harvesting: Vineyard workers can car

Responding to requests from growers, a longtime manufacturer of precast concrete products has recently begun selling prestressed, steel-reinforced posts for trellising orchards and vineyards. “We talked to a lot of growers,” says Jensen Precast Director of Product Management George Kehagias. “We found there’s a lot of interest in the U.S. People are very intrigued by this system.” Jensen Precast was founded in Reno, NV, by Don Jensen in 1968 and remains a family business. It began manufacturing the concrete trellis posts at its Kingsburg, CA, facility this past May and will market them under the name Harvest Pillar. Many U.S. growers are familiar with concrete posts as they are already using them, but they generally have had to source them from Italy. Shipping costs have skyrocketed in recent years, however, making the posts often too pricey to import. That’s why Kehagias says the company’s employees are excited about their prospects for U.S. s

As the sun sets on summer and autumn approaches, vineyards across the country gear up for one of the most critical periods of the year – grape crush season. The bustling activity during this harvest time is a crucial moment for wineries, and the success of the grape crush season can significantly impact the quality and quantity of the wine produced. With agricultural operations becoming increasingly reliant on technology and electricity, a reliable power source becomes paramount. In this blog, we will explore the need for supplemental and mobile power solutions to support wineries during grape crush season and agriculture as a whole. Table of Contents The Grape Crush Season: A Critical Time for Wineries The Growing Dependence on Power in Winemaking Supplemental and Mobile Power Solutions Assessment for Rental of Mobile Generators Enhancing Agriculture Beyond Wineries Empower Your Harvest Season with CD & Power Power Your Harvest Success with CD & Power! The Grape Cr

Cane-pruning now possible with the latest version of the KLIMA front-arm mounted option! Improved visibility for operator allows for quicker wire pulls, and rapid adjustments on the fly. The KLIMA cane pruning system, supported by Pellenc America, is operated after an initial pass by skilled pruners. The KLIMA cane pruner rapidly removes the canes, strips them from the wires and mulches them in a single pass from your in-row tractor or Optimum multifunction front arm. The KLIMA cane-pruning system is compatible with various wire-clips designed for quick release. Planning your vineyard for mechanization is critical in the vineyard industry. With advancements in mechanization by Pellenc, mechanical grape harvesters, advanced front-arm tools, Pellenc Connect, and the multifunction universe, it’s important to maximize efficiency and. Whether you are planting a new vineyard or retrofitting an existing block, give one our multifunction experts a call today! Learn more about t