We want to make you aware of a USDA program that may be relevant if you are dealing with red blotch or other vine loss issues in your vineyard.

You may have seen our prior note about another program that expired on March 13. This is a different program with a different purpose and timeline.

This program is called TAP, which stands for the Tree Assistance Program. It can help vineyard owners recover from vine loss by providing financial support for removing and replanting vines that are no longer commercially viable.

If you are dealing with issues like red blotch or other conditions impacting vine productivity, this program may help offset a portion of your replanting costs.

Before you remove any diseased vines, we strongly recommend reviewing this program and the required steps. Starting work too early can disqualify you from receiving reimbursement.

The process is detailed and requires specific steps to qualify, so we created a guide that walks through:

• What the program is
• Who qualifies
• Application steps
• What to avoid

You can read the full article here.