Another fire season in California has resulted in another series of challenges for winegrape growers as it relates to smoke exposure. Over a million acres have been burned in recent…
Regulation Development A Lot Like ‘Sausage Making’
…pointing out the priorities and concerns when a new rule is being considered. Director of Government Relations for the California Association of Winegrape Growers, Michael Miiller pointed to the establishment…
California Winegrape Growers Expected to Suffer $437 Million in Lost Sales this Fall Due to COVID-19
California winegrape growers could suffer at least $437 million in lost sales from this year’s grape harvest due to COVID-19 related economic disruptions. According to an analysis by Jon Moramarco,…
COVID Ag Safety Bill Passes Assembly Despite Industry Opposition
…California Farm Bureau Federation, Agricultural Council of California, and the California Association of Winegrape Growers. The coalition notes that the bill would establish an inflexible standard in a situation that…
Reminder: New Nighttime Lighting Requirements Take Effect July 1
…in California,” said Michael Miiller, Director of Government Relations for California Association of Winegrape Growers. “From my perspective, this should be something that growers can easily comply with and probably…
CAWG Foundation Awards $30,000 in Student Scholarships
The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) Foundation has awarded $30,000 in college scholarships to six students. The scholarships are awarded annually to students whose parent or legal guardian is…
Smoke Exposure Research in Grapes Begins Taking Shape
…issues and how to remedy those problems. So, the need for research is abundantly clear,” said John Aguirre, President of the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG). “We’ve got to…
Exciting Research to Combat Pierce’s Disease in Vineyards
…recommendations to the California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary on the use of funds collected under the PD/GWSS winegrape assessment. PD/GWSS Board Member Steve McIntyre described a bacterium that…
CAWG Foundation Gala to Support Student Scholarships
SACRAMENTO, February 28, 2020 – The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) Foundation is inviting wine industry members, elected officials and the public to a special event to help children…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 02-25-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the spotted lanternfly now an official winegrape pest, take…
Safe to Use as Directed: Understanding Glyphosate Myths
…Medical Affairs Lead for Bayer Crop Science. “This has been looked at by regulatory agencies all over the world.” Dunn speaking to winegrape growers and pest control advisors in Monterey….
Four-Year Project to Address Grape Leafroll Associated Virus
…easier to tolerate a little bit of mealybugs for the winegrape grower,” Daane explained. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Beef on…
2019 Research Project Reports Now Available from PD/GWSS Board
…of winegrapes. Since 2001, the assessment has helped to fund more than $45 million in research and outreach projects on behalf of the winegrape industry. The 2019 research progress report details the…
CDFA Grants $1 Million for Biologically Integrated Farming Research
…Implementation of an Areawide Program for Vineyard Pathogens and their Insect Vectors,’ will last four years and is receiving strong support from the winegrape industry. The research will be done…