Editors Note: This is the second of a two-part series on the unique challenges presented to grapegrowers in the Eastern United States. This first installment discussed the geographic and meteorological foundations of the area, along with an overview of the extremely difficult 2003 harvest and a brief discussion of market conditions for Eastern wineries. This month, Chien will broach disease and pest control issues, managing viticulture in diverse seasonal weather and the academic and marketing future of the area. Disease and Pest Control IssuesObstacles to quality in a year like 2003 are many and must be overcome. Disease control is the most daunting, and it frustrates those who wish to farm in a more sustainable, if not organic, manner in ...