What to Watch for After a Spring Frost Event A stretch of warm weather followed by a sudden drop in temperature is something most growers are all too familiar with, especially here in the Northeast. With budbreak underway in many regions, including here in the Finger Lakes, a night dipping into the upper 20s can raise some immediate concerns. While it’s tempting to assess damage right away, what happens in the days following a frost event is just as important as the event itself. Start with...

Highlights and harvest data from the 2025 growing season

Each growing season tells a different story. From frost and wildfire smoke in 2023 to record-breaking heat in 2024, and now a more balanced 2025—our latest blog compares how weather has shaped three very different vintages in the Finger Lakes, from the vineyard to the nursery.