The grapes of New York by U. P. Hedrick

"The Grapes of New York" by U. P. Hedrick is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive report on the state of grape development in New York and discusses various grape varieties grown in the region, alongside their historical, economic, and horticultural significance. The opening of the book introduces the foundational aims and methodologies employed by the New York Agricultural Experiment Station in compiling this extensive report. It emphasizes the importance of carefully documented observations and expert contributions from local grape growers. The preface outlines the broad scope of the text, detailing its coverage of grape regions, grape-growing statistics, botanical classifications, and synopses of grape varieties prominent in New York's viticulture, thus setting a scholarly tone for a resource aimed at grape growers, researchers, and horticulturists alike. ... Read more