California Association of Winegrape Growers Welcomes New Leadership

Michael Silacci, the man responsible for nation’s premier Bordeaux-style blend, to give keynote speech.

The selection that resembles ‘Sauvignon Blanc’ boasts less vigorous growth habit than previous cold-hardy varieties.

Wine acidity management starts in the vineyard, where growers can limit the nutrient’s presence in grape skins.

Invasive pest with a voracious appetite continues its spread toward susceptible wine country.

Carbonated blueberry and muscadine samples win out over flat counterparts in recent UF/IFAS food study.

The Lodi Winegrape Commission celebrates its 30-year anniversary by passing a grower referendum with 85% approval.

Witness reports vineyards can’t serve as fire breaks, as strong winds push embers miles ahead.

Because of industry stakeholder feedback, a new element of the strategic plan targets short-term demonstration and proof-of-concept research.

Five grower groups send letters to representatives in Washington requesting inclusion of vineyards in disaster assistance funding.

While a 67.7% duty was levied in April, the industry is now bracing for an additional 10% coming soon.

More than $1 million in industry-funded research will address vineyard and winery challenges by the Washington State Wine Commission.

A lot of equipment is designed for large vineyards, so introducing new technology on a smaller scale can be a balancing act.

Gallo will contribute $1 million to fire recovery effort and will match employee donations two-for-one.

Washington State University’s James Harbertson to lead American Society for Enology and Viticulture (ASEV) as the 2017-2018 president.

California Association of Winegrape Growers says because winegrapes are grown for processing, they should be exempt from produce safety rule.

‘Cabernet Sauvignon’ is the leading grape variety, accounting for more than a quarter of the total harvest.

Genomics are being used to help develop winegrape varieties.

An Italian viticulturist shares his thoughts about a California region, and what new varieties might thrive in their climate.

National viticulture symposium provides insights into estimating vineyard irrigation requirements.