The Role of Thiamine in Winemaking

Thiamine, also known as vitamin B1, is an essential micronutrient for yeast metabolism. The thiamine content typically found in grapes ranges from 80 µg/L to 1.2 mg/L. Although most yeasts, incl read more

The Wine Industry Slump Is Real. The Opportunity Is, Too

Traditional demand for wine has softened, buyers are pickier, and “default growth” is basically gone. Meanwhile, the consumer mindset has changed dramatically—wellness, moderation, a read more

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HotSpot AG to Host and Showcase Irrigation & Fertigation Automation for World Ag Expo Tours

HotSpot AG is excited to welcome World Ag Expo attendees to our Training Center for an educational session as part of this year’s World Ag Expo Tours on February 10th. The tour stop offers atten read more

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Beyond Dry January: Building Year-Round Non-Alcoholic Success

Dry January is no longer just a health challenge or a new-year reset—it’s a global movement. But here’s the kicker: savvy brands know that real success in the no- and low-alcohol (No read more

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Yeast Nutrient Solutions: Easy to Use Time-Release Tablets

Harvest season doesn’t leave much time for anything extra — long days, fast decisions, and nonstop cellar activity.That’s why Gusmer's MicroEssentials Complete-TR Nutrient w read more

Why You Should Be Irrigating Right Now…Even with the Rain

Hear me outUp and down the California Coast, we got some rain last week. Up North, places got around 1.3” with up to 2” closer to the ocean. Down south in Paso Robles, we’re looking read more

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Botrytis at Harvest: 8 Tips to Protect Your Wine

As harvest progresses, wet conditions can increase the risk of Botrytis and other rots, especially when fruit remains on the vine longer than expected. Botrytis cinerea produces enzymes and compo read more

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Yeast Nutrition Best Practices for a Healthy Fermentation

A smooth, complete fermentation doesn’t happen by chance, it starts with balanced yeast nutrition. When yeast has access to the right nutrients at the right time, you avoid sluggish or stuck fer read more

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The Role of Labelling in Brand Trust and Compliance

Labels do much more than identify a product. They communicate ingredients, allergens, safety warnings, and branding. When they’re wrong or poorly applied, the consequences are serious.Why Labels read more

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New Arrivals for Harvest 2025

New Yeasts, Yeast Derivatives, and MoreInnovation doesn’t hit pause, and it doesn't always wait for the Handbook! We’re excited to introduce a few new products that weren’t quite read more

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