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AGRICULTURE IN ILLINOIS

Agriculture In Illinois   Edward Russell

Edward Russell
After a varied career, Edward Russell studied oenology, then purchased 170 acres and started his own vineyard and winery. From six grape varietals he produces 13 kinds of wine through blending. He explains the life cycle of the grape from initial planting to bottling.

> AbstractPDF

> Interview 1 (Video)
Launching a vineyard & winery late in life

> Interview 2 (Video)
Walking tour of wine bottling & vineyard

> Interview 1 (Audio)
Launching a vineyard & winery late in life

> Interview 2 (Audio)
Walking tour of wine bottling & vineyard

> TranscriptPDF

Related Materials: See also the Illinois State Museum's A-V Barn.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


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