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Munson system

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Mun·​son system | \ ˈmən(t)sən- \

Definition of Munson system

: a system for training grape vines in which double wires spaced 18 to 24 inches apart with a third single wire between them are attached to posts about 6 feet in height

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History and Etymology for Munson system

after T. V. Munson †1913 American viticulturist

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“Munson system.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Munson%20system. Accessed 4 Mar. 2021.

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