…contributions of wineries, vineyards, and other allied businesses. Described as an “economic force” by the Wine Institute, California’s industry generates 1.1 million jobs across the country, with 422,000 being within…
Week in Review: Biden’s Budget Proposal & Sites Reservoir Development
…Environmental Protection Agency has announced its intent to help fund the Sites Reservoir Project. Better understanding of smoke exposure in grapes could make wineries more open to work with growers….
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 03-25-22
…efforts to reduce the price at the pump with year-round E15, fine-tuning soil testing in large operations to get a more accurate picture and wineries getting a better understanding of…
Wineries to Work Through Smoke Exposure with More Understanding of Impact
…between growers and wineries with regard to smoke exposure.” Listen to the radio report. Wineries to Work Through Smoke Exposure with More Understanding of Impact About the Author Brian German…
New Coverage Options Under California FAIR Plan Begin February 1
…owners, wineries, and other outdoor businesses previously ineligible for coverage. In its approval letter, the California Department of Insurance identified other areas to improve commercial coverage. The Department will continue…
The Western View: September is California Wine Month
…we celebrate over 250 years of winemaking in our Golden State, and we honor the people who make California wines so popular. I’m not just bragging. With nearly 5,000 wineries…
Winegrape Market Poised for a Rebound Year in 2021
…market was dismal. Wineries were asking us to just pull the grapes out. They had no interest. And then COVID hit,” Brown noted. “Now there’s actually a shortage of grapes…
Lack of Smoke Exposure Standards Complicate Winegrape Contracts
…factor for growers. Labs used for testing have frequently been backlogged, resulting in significant delays. Some wineries have implemented in-house testing protocols when able to. While research into smoke exposure…
New Disease Resistant Winegrapes Proving Popular with Growers
…stage to go through enough wine tasting evaluation and grow-outs in different sites to really be convinced that they were useful,” said Walker. “Many wineries and winemakers are telling us…
Winegrape Pomace Holds Even More Value with Recent Discovery
…have already started using winegrape residue in a variety of products, creating a small but growing market for a waste product from wineries. “There is a burgeoning market for this…
Wine Industry Sustainability Highlighted in Recent Report
…growing number of certified vineyards and wineries over the past year.” The report shows that as of December 2020, 171 wineries in the state are Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing. Those…
Applications Being Accepted for Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards
Applications are being accepted for the 7th annual California Green Medal. California vineyards and wineries are encouraged to apply for the 2021 California Green Medal: Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards. Applications for the…
Winery Wastewater Requirements Will Impact About Half of Industry
…about half of the industry. “It’s our estimation that about 1500 wineries will be subject to the order,” she said. “So there are about 3000 wineries in California. There are…
Week in Review: Snowpack Below Average, Wineries Face Statewide Wastewater Rule
California experienced some important snowpack increases but levels are still below average according to the most recent snow survey. A new set of winery wastewater guidelines will be imposed on…