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Additional attachments can be purchased later on ments need to be made depending on the grape
an as-needed basis, knowing that they already own that is going to be harvested because each variety
the base frame and tractor needed to use them.” does pick differently and at different stages of ripe-
ness. With the correct setup, modern harvesting
Reiss tells The Grapevine Magazine that rather machines can provide 100% picking rates and zero
than concentrating on one single piece of equip- loss.
ment, BDI is always on the cutting edge of new
technology regarding all vineyard machinery. They “With the increased potential of finding quality
are continually looking for new ways to be econom- used harvesters, as well as the many choices when
ically and environmentally friendly while creating buying new, there are reasonable options for all
the ideal tool for grape growers and wineries. sizes of wineries and growers to take advantage of
mechanical harvesting machines,” says Oliveira.
Whether Large Or Small Operation,
Grape Harvesters Save Money And Time However, before choosing a grape harvester, con-
sideration has to be given to a vineyard’s unique
Jesse Willms, Operations Manager, and Duarte set up and layout. There are different machines
Oliveira, Sales and Customer Relations for Lakeview to handle the different growing styles, including
Vineyard Equipment Inc., know the importance of Geneva Double Curtain, Smart-Dyson or Vertical
keeping costs down in the vineyard. Anchored in Shoot Positioned. The terrain and landscape slope
this knowledge is the belief that every vineyard, no of a vineyard will dictate the need for a two-wheel
matter the size, should look to mechanical harvest- or four-wheel-drive system. The correct choice of
ing as a way to reduce labor costs and increase the harvester for a vineyard will also be determined by
quality of their harvest. the width of the rows, as there are different sized
“Mechanical grape harvesters perform great for harvesters made for both wide and narrow spacing
all grape varietals,” says Willms. “Some adjust- needs.
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