Lodi Growers

GROWER MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-07-15 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review and approval of April 8, 2026, minutes

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Regional Marketing & Promotion
Media & Trade Relations

Lodi Wine Showcase Seminar & Tasting for Trade & Media (August 18, 2026)

Grower & Industry Engagement
FY 2026-27 Budget
Report from other committees
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Dates
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Grower Marketing committee chair Joan Kautz (209-712-3300) or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Agendas and Minutes on www.lodigrowers.com.

LODI WINERY ALLIANCE MEETING
2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINERY ALLIANCE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA

The Lodi Winery Business Improvement District will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Time: 10:00am (PST)
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Office: 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is forthcoming.

LODI GRAPE HARVEST SAFETY SEMINAR
2026-07-15 08:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Grape Festival Grounds
LDGGA + LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION: GRAPE HARVEST SAFETY SEMINAR.
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Time: 8:00am
Venue: Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Description: Annual harvest safety seminar for Crush District 11 Lodi AVA grape growers and their employees.
RSVP: To LDGGA at info@ldgga.org or 209-339-8246.

SWE SEMINAR: How Lodi Connects People, Place, & Purpose
2026-07-09 13:15 - 14:30 | Napa Valley College, 2277 Napa Vallejo Hwy, Napa, CA, 94558, United States
On Thursday, July 9, 2026, Dr. Stephanie Bolton (Grower Research & Education/Sustainable Winegrowing Director, Lodi Winegrape Commission) will deliver an educational seminar on the Lodi AVA at the 47th Annual Society of Wine Educators (SWE) Conference in Napa.
136 Varieties, One Region: How Lodi Connects People, Place, and Purpose
1:15 – 2:30pm
Napa Valley College
Dr. Stephanie Bolton leads viticulture research and winegrower education, plus the LODI RULES Sustainable Winegrowing certification program, for the Lodi Winegrape Commission, an organization representing 750 growers farming 85,000 acres of winegrapes. Stephanie brings a high level of motivation and passion to help the farming families she adores reach their full potential. She has been recognized as a Nuffield International Farming Scholar, a Wine Enthusiast Future 40 Honoree, and a Wine Business Monthly Industry Leader.
For conference information and registration, click HERE.

IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2026-07-07 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
LODI MONTHLY IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING.
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR CE (other) approved
Topic: “Let’s Not Repeat Mistakes: Important IPM Lessons Learned from Other Crops”
Speaker: Neil McRoberts, PhD, UC Davis Dept of Plant Pathology, Western Plant Diagnostic Network Director
Description: Hosted by the Lodi Winegrape Commission, our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. This month, Dr. Neil McRoberts will share insight and wisdom from IPM mistakes made in other crops, so that we may best protect our local agricultural future. Neil has worked closely with the Lodi winegrowing community and always gives an engaging presentation. As at any grower meeting, Dr. Stephanie Bolton will also be on hand to answer viticulture questions and connect you with the resources you need to farm to your full potential.
RSVP: To the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email info@lodiwine.com.

LWA MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-07-01 09:00 - 10:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
MARKETING COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Posted and sent June 26, 2026
The Lodi Winery Alliance will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Time: 9:00am
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission office, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Marketing Plan Discussion
• Target Audiences
• Goals & Objectives
Regional Marketing & Promotion
• Sacramento Zoo’s Wine on the Wild Side (Oct. 9, 2026)
• San Diego Food & Wine Festival & SommCon (Nov. 3-8, 2026)
• Lodi Wine & Chocolate (Feb. 8-9, 2027)
• LodiWine.com Migration – updates
Media & Trade Relations
• Alicia Tenise Lodi Visit (July 30-Aug. 3, 2026)
• Lodi Wine Showcase Trade Seminar & Tasting (August 18, 2026)
FY 2026 Budget Review
Reports from Other LWA Committees & Organizations
• Lodi Winegrape Commission
• Visit Lodi
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chair Jeremy Trettevik 209.210.2501 or Stuart Spencer 209.367.4727. Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer at 209.367.4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda are available on the internet in Agendas & Minutes on www.lodigrowers.com.

LWC BOARD MEETING
2026-06-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Barrel Room, Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240, East Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted June 16, 2026
Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
Place: Barrel Room, Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review and Approval of April 28, 2026 minutes

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Financial Report
Chairman’s Report

Board Election Results
Appointment of Nominating Committee

Executive Director’s Report
Consideration of FY 2026-27 Budget

Action item

Consideration of FY 2026-27 Assessment Rate

Action item

Reports of Committees

Executive Committee
Grower Marketing
Research/Education/Communication
Lodi Rules

Reports of Other Organizations

California Wine Education Foundation
Lodi Winery Business Improvement District
San Joaquin County Farm Bureau
Lodi District Grape Growers Association
Lodi Grape Festival
California Association of Winegrape Growers

12. Closed session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation of performance, or dismissal of employees pursuant to California Government Code Section 11126(a).

Report action taken during closed session, if any.

Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Jacylyn Stokes (209) 327-5552 or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-06-26 11:00 - 12:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted June 16, 2026
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Friday, June 26, 2026
Time: 11:00AM
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of the Executive Committee June 16, 2026 meeting minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
LWC Activities
LWC Policy & Procedures

Closed session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation of performance, or dismissal of employees pursuant to California Government Code Section 11126(a).

Report action taken during closed session, if any.

Items for future agendas
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Confirming future meeting date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Jacylyn Stokes (209) 327-5552 or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

LODI WINERY ALLIANCE MEETING
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINERY ALLIANCE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA

The Lodi Winery Business Improvement District will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Time: 10:00am (PST)
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Office: 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is forthcoming.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-06-16 14:30 - 16:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted June 5, 2026
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Time: 2:30PM
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Consideration of the Executive Committee April 28, 2026 meeting minutes
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
5. FY 2026-27 Budget
• Assessment Income Projection
• Budget requests
• Action Item
6. LWC Activities
7. LWC Policy & Procedures
• Revisions for employee evaluation guideline
• Action Item
8. Items for future agendas
9. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
10. Confirming future meeting date
11. Adjourn
All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Jacylyn Stokes (209) 327-5552 or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Agendas & Minutes.

LWA MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-06-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States

LODI RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-06-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted May 21, 2026

Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of the April 13, 2026 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Program updates:

Review of certification year
Grower/Winery communications
Marketing & promotions
Protected Harvest
Committee roles

FY2025-26 Budget Review
Reports from other LWC Committees
Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Items for future agendas

Confirm future meeting dates
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Dr. Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727) or Committee Chair Pieter A. den Hartog (209.327.7838). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. Notices and agendas for upcoming Commission meetings are available on the internet at lodigrowers.com/commission/agendas-minutes/.

WILDLIFE FIELD DAY
2026-06-02 08:00 - 11:00 | Jessie’s Grove Winery, 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
WILDLIFE FIELD DAY
Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Time: 8:00am – lunch
Venue: Jessie’s Grove Winery, 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Credits: DPR CE applied for
Topics & Speakers:

Wild Farm Alliance (biocontrol and beneficial insects; financial opportunities for farmers)
Lodi Winegrape Commission (sustainability)
Cal Poly Humboldt Barn Owl Research Lab & UC Davis (barn owls and rodent management)
Hedgerows Unlimited (hedgerows)
Lower Mokelumne River Watershed Group (salmon)
SLEWS (wildlife corridors)

Description: At this interactive field day, guests will learn about the whole vineyard ecosystem, farmer-friendly conservation practices, and what this means for farming high quality winegrapes. Learn more and register to attend HERE. Sponsored by the Wild Farm Alliance with Salmon Safe, CAFF, and Lodi Winegrape Commission. This meeting is in lieu of the regular first Tuesday Lodi IPM Network Breakfast Meeting.
Register (required): With the Wild Farm Alliance HERE.

BABY BARN OWL/SCIENTIST MEET & GREET
2026-05-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA, United States
BABY BARN OWL/SCIENTIST MEET & GREET

Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026

Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm (drop-in event)

Venue: Lodi Winegrape Commission Demo Vineyard, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA

Cost: FREE, all are welcome

Description: In a collaborative effort among California Universities, barn owl researchers Dr. Matthew Johnson and Lauren M. Jackson (Cal Poly Humboldt) alongside Dr. Daniel Karp and PhD student Karen Gallardo Cruz (UC Davis) have been actively monitoring over 200 American barn owl nest boxes in Lodi and surrounding areas, including one at the Lodi Winegrape Commission’s Demo Vineyard. This nest box is home to returning pair Poppy and Yarrow, who are back for a second year and are currently raising a new family of four chicks. Growers and the community are invited to stop by to meet the team, the barn owl babies, and watch how scientists tag the young owls. Stick around to the end for a chance to help name the new chicks! For a sneak peek, check out the livestream from inside the nest box on YouTube: linktr.ee/barnowls.
No RSVP needed.

GROWER MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-05-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Posted and sent May 8, 2026
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 2:00pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review and approval of April 8, 2026, minutes
· Action Item
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Regional Marketing & Promotion
Media & Trade Relations
Grower & Industry Engagement
FY 2025-26 Budget Review
FY 2026-27 Budget Request
Report from other committees
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Dates
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Grower Marketing committee chair Joan Kautz (209-712-3300) or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. Notices and agendas for upcoming Commission meetings are available on the internet at lodigrowers.com/commission/agendas-minutes/.

LODI WINERY ALLIANCE MEETING
2026-05-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINERY ALLIANCE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA

The Lodi Winery Business Improvement District will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 10:00am (PST)
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Office: 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review and Approval of April 15, 2026, minutes

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)

Strategic Direction/Planning Proposal

Action Item

Organizational Setup

Conflict of Interest Policy

Action Item

Insurance Proposal

Action Item

Commission-to-BID Management Services Agreement

Action Item

Voluntary Participation Agreement

Action Item

Intellectual Property Use Agreement

Action Item

Assessment Collections

SJ County & HDL Agreements
HdL portal status and collection update

Branding & Communications

Wine Trail Map: inclusion parameters

Action Item

Website migration update

Committees

Marketing Committee: appointments

Action Item

Education

Community Benchmark – June 25

LWBID Budget
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Jeremy Trettevik (209) 210-2501 or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

REC COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-05-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
RESEARCH, EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA
Sent and posted April 27, 2026

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
Place: 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of the March 10, 2026 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Grower education programs:

Review of recent initiatives and growing season
Member projects
Ideas for future outreach initiatives

Grower communications
Winegrape research in Crush District 11:

Research projects and focus group updates

Weather Network services
FY2025-26 Budget Review and FY2026-27 Draft Budget Request
Reports from other LWC Committees
Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Items for future agendas
Confirm future meeting dates
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Dr. Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727) or Dawson Lewis (209.371.7655). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. Notices and agendas for upcoming Commission meetings are available on the internet at lodigrowers.com/commission/agendas-minutes/.

IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2026-05-05 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi
IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING: GROWER ROUNDTABLES
Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR CE (other) applied for
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. This month, we’ll host small roundtable discussions on IPM topics with breakfast burritos in honor of Cinco de Mayo. PLEASE RSVP for this one!
RSVP: To the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email info@lodiwine.com.

LODI GROWER + UC DAVIS MIXER
2026-04-30 17:00 - 21:00 | Ruhstaller Farm, 6686 Sievers Rd, Dixon, CA 95620, 6686 Sievers Rd, Dixon, CA, 95620
LODI GROWER + UC DAVIS MIXER
Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Time: 5:00pm
Venue: Ruhstaller Farm, 6686 Sievers Rd, Dixon CA 95620
Cost: FREE, all are welcome (drinks and food available to purchase)
Description: If you want to feel good about agriculture and the wine industry, spend some time with students. They are full of energy and optimism, and just a joy to be around. We’ve organized a mixer for the Lodi winegrowing community with UC Davis students, faculty and staff at one of the coolest farms in northern California. Ruhstaller Farm is an excellent example of casual and effective agritourism. Kids, families, friends and dogs are all welcome.
RSVP: To the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email stephanie@lodiwine.com. You can also just show up!

LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION REFERENDUM BALLOTS DUE
2026-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 | CA

SAN JOAQUIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY DINNER
2026-04-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Micke Grove
San Joaquin County Historical Society Meeting: Women in Agriculture
Wines provided by Jacylyn Stokes Iniguez (La Belle Nue, KlinkerBrick, Stokes Farms, Lodi Winegrape Commission Board Chairwoman) and Stephanie Bolton, PhD (Lodi Winegrape Commission, LODI RULES).

https://sanjoaquinhistory.org/news-and-events/upcoming-events/

LODI WINERY ALLIANCE MEETING
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINERY ALLIANCE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA

The Lodi Winery Business Improvement District will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 10:00am (PST)
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Office: 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is forthcoming.

LODI RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-04-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted April 2, 2026
Date: Monday, April 13, 2026
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of the December 9, 2025 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Program updates:

Review of certification year
Grower/Winery communications
Marketing & promotions
Protected Harvest

FY2025-26 Budget Review and FY2026-27 draft Budget Request
Reports from other LWC Committees
Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Items for future agendas
Confirm future meeting dates
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Dr. Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727) or Committee Chair Pieter A. den Hartog (209.327.7838). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. Notices and agendas for upcoming Commission meetings are available on the internet at lodigrowers.com/commission/agendas-minutes/.

GROWER MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-04-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review and approval of February 4, 2026, minutes
· Action Item
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Marketing & Advertising (consumer, media, trade, & grower)
Public Relations Activities
Grower Outreach & Education
FY 2025-26 Budget Review
Report from other committees
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Dates
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Grower Marketing committee chair Joan Kautz (209-712-3300) or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Agendas & Minutes.

IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING: POWDERY MILDEW & BARN OWLS
2026-04-07 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING: POWDERY MILDEW & BARN OWLS.
Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR CE (other) approved
Topics & Speakers: Powdery Mildew IPM, including sprayer calibration – Matt Frank, Trinchero; Barn Owls for Rodent Control – Karen Gallardo Cruz, UC Davis
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. This month, Matt Frank will share what he learned from the FRAME project with Dr. Michelle Moyer and Karen Cruz will talk about her plans to continue barn owl research in Lodi. Attendees will receive spray coverage and powdery mildew resistance kits while supplies last.
RSVP: To the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email info@lodiwine.com.

LODI WINERY ALLIANCE MEETING
2026-03-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINERY ALLIANCE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA

The Lodi Winery Business Improvement District will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 10:00am (PST)
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Office: 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review and Approval of February 18, 2026, minutes

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)

Strategic Direction/Planning

Structure
Timing

Organizational Setup

Nonprofit status update
Bank account status
Insurance status
Commission-to-BID management services agreement

Assessment Collections

HdL onboarding update and portal status
County contract status
Collection timeline and anticipated start (~April)

Branding & Communications

Lodi Winery Alliance logo update
Website migration update

Committees

Marketing
Education

Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Jeremy Trettevik (209) 210-2501 or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

LWC BOARD MEETING
2026-03-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Barrel Room, Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240, East Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted Friday, April 17, 2026
Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
Place: Barrel Room, Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review and Approval of March 18, 2026 minutes

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Financial Report
Chairman’s Report
Executive Director’s Report
Reports of Committees

Executive Committee
Grower Marketing
Lodi Rules
Research/Education/Communication
Winery Marketing

Reports of Other Organizations

California Wine Education Foundation
San Joaquin County Farm Bureau
Lodi District Grape Growers Association
Lodi Grape Festival
California Association of Winegrape Growers

Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Jacylyn Stokes (209) 327-5552 or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

LWC Board Meeting
2026-03-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Barrel Room, Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240, East Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted Friday, March 6, 2026
Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Time: 12:00pm
Place: Barrel Room, Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA 95240
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review and Approval of January 20, 2026 & March 5, 2026 minutes

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Financial Report
Chairman’s Report
Executive Director’s Report
Reports of Committees

Executive Committee
Grower Marketing
Lodi Rules
Research/Education/Communication
Winery Marketing

Reports of Other Organizations

California Wine Education Foundation
San Joaquin County Farm Bureau
Lodi District Grape Growers Association
Lodi Grape Festival
California Association of Winegrape Growers

Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Jacylyn Stokes (209) 327-5552 or Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director at 209-367-4727 or stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

LODI RULES APPLICATIONS & FEES DUE
2026-03-13 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Today, the LODI RULES applications and fees are due to Protected Harvest for growers wishing to certify their winegrapes as sustainable for the 2026 vintage. The Lodi Winegrape Commission asked Protected Harvest if they could offer a temporary discount on the fees since so many growers are struggling right now. The Protected Harvest Board of Directors approved a 10% discount on base certification fees for the 2026 certification year.
Contact Amy Hiser with Protected Harvest (certification@protectedharvest.org) to get a LODI RULES application and Dr. Stephanie Bolton with the Lodi Winegrape Commission (stephanie@lodiwine.com) to get a LODI RULES binder with program information.
Base Grower Certification Fee:
New Grower: $1,606.50 (reflective of a 10% discount on the regular fee of $1,785; applicable only for the 2026 certification year.)
Renewing Grower: $1,084.50 (reflective of 10% discount on the regular fee of $1,205; applicable only for the 2026 certification year.)
Grower Incremental Assessment Fee:
$2.00 per application acre for vineyards within Crush District #11
$4.00 per application acre for vineyards outside Crush District #11 within CA
$5.00 per application acre for vineyards outside CA within the USA
$6.00 per application acre for vineyards outside the USA
Renewal On-Site Audit Fee:
Renewing Grower: $300 when on-site audit is required (typically once every three years)

Learn more at lodigrowers.com/standards.

UC ON THE ROAD IN LODI
2026-03-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
UC DAVIS DEPT OF VITICULTURE & ENOLOGY ON THE ROAD IN LODI.
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi CA
Cost: $35 (includes lunch); $40 at the door
Topics & Speakers:
– Department Update – Ben Montpetit, Chair and Professor, Department of Viticulture & Enology, UC Davis
– Rootstocks and drought resistance – Megan Bartlett, Associate Professor, Department of Viticulture & Enology, UC Davis
– Building better grapevine rootstocks for salinity, nematodes, and viruses – Luis Diaz Garcia, Assistant Professor, Department of Viticulture & Enology, UC Davis
– NoLo wine production: Current technology and critical gaps in knowledge – David Block, Distinguished Professor, Departments of Viticulture & Enology and Chemical Engineering, UC Davis
– Grapes to glass: Sensory evaluation for quality control and product innovation – Ha Nguyen, Assistant Professor, Department of Viticulture & Enology, UC Davis
– Introduction and current research in the Chen Lab – Liang Chen, Assistant Professor, Department of Viticulture & Enology, UC Davis
– Perspectives on Lodi viticulture – Justin Tanner, Viticulture Advisor, San Joaquin County, UCANR
Description: On The Road programs are educational seminars that are designed to help UC Davis communicate with the grape and wine industries by bringing faculty to different regions of California. They present relevant topics or current research and, at the same time, listen to the issues that are important to grape growing and winemaking professionals.
Registration: Pre-registration is now closed, but walk-ins are welcomed. Contact the UC Davis Department of Viticulture & Enology (cjbamforth@ucdavis.edu) with any questions.
