GRENACHE AROUND THE WORLD: A GUIDED TASTING BY FRED SWAN
2025-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lodi Wine Visitor Center, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Date: Friday, August 8, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 9:00pm
Venue: Lodi Wine Visitor Center, 2545 West Turner Rd, Lodi CA
Cost: $35
Description: Join wine and spirits educator, writer and sommelier Fred Swan for a 90 – to 120-minute exploration that gives Grenache the spotlight it deserves. Taste varietal wines and blends spanning three continents, including the Lodi region, and there may even be a surprise dessert wine to cap off the evening! Discover why this versatile variety is perfectly suited to our Lodi vineyards and gain insights into how different regions express Grenache’s character. Seating is limited. Doors open at 6:30pm; seminar begins at 7:00pm.
Registration (required): To register, click HERE.

LODI RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-08-12 12:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
LODI RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted July 23, 2025
Date: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West 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 April 14, 2025 meeting minutes
4. Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5. Program updates:
• Current certification year
• Grower/Winery communications
• Marketing & promotions
• Protected Harvest
6. FY2025-26 Budget Review
7. Reports from other LWC Committees
8. Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
9. Items for future agendas
10.Confirm future meeting dates
11.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/.

LWC: BOOTH AT LODI FARMER'S MARKET
2025-08-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Lodi, Lodi, CA, United States
Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025
Time: 5:00 – 8:00pm
Venue: Downtown Lodi, School Street, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Description: Stop by the Lodi Winegrape Commission booth at the lively Lodi Farmers Market for an evening of wine, community and conversation. Whether you’re a seasoned winegrower, a casual wine lover or simply curious about the world of viticulture, this is the perfect opportunity to connect directly with the experts who support and shape Lodi’s vibrant wine industry. Come for the wine knowledge, stay for the community! The Lodi Farmers Market offers a festive atmosphere with local produce, food vendors, live music, and more—all set in the charming heart of downtown Lodi. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate what makes Lodi’s wine community so special.

LWC: BOOTH AT LODI FARMER'S MARKET
2025-08-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Lodi, Lodi, CA, United States
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025
Time: 5:00 – 8:00pm
Venue: Downtown Lodi, School Street, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Description: Stop by the Lodi Winegrape Commission booth at the lively Lodi Farmers Market for an evening of wine, community and conversation. Whether you’re a seasoned winegrower, a casual wine lover or simply curious about the world of viticulture, this is the perfect opportunity to connect directly with the experts who support and shape Lodi’s vibrant wine industry. Come for the wine knowledge, stay for the community! The Lodi Farmers Market offers a festive atmosphere with local produce, food vendors, live music, and more—all set in the charming heart of downtown Lodi. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate what makes Lodi’s wine community so special.

LWC: BOOTH AT LODI FARMER'S MARKET
2025-08-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Lodi, Lodi, CA, United States
Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
Time: 5:00 – 8:00pm
Venue: Downtown Lodi, School Street, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Description: Stop by the Lodi Winegrape Commission booth at the lively Lodi Farmers Market for an evening of wine, community and conversation. Whether you’re a seasoned winegrower, a casual wine lover or simply curious about the world of viticulture, this is the perfect opportunity to connect directly with the experts who support and shape Lodi’s vibrant wine industry. Come for the wine knowledge, stay for the community! The Lodi Farmers Market offers a festive atmosphere with local produce, food vendors, live music, and more—all set in the charming heart of downtown Lodi. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate what makes Lodi’s wine community so special.

SJDC VITICULTURE, EVALUATION OF WINE COURSE AT LODI WINE VISITOR CENTER
2025-08-28 18:00 - 19:50 | Lodi Wine & Visitor Center, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, United States
Date: August 28 – December 11, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 7:50pm
Venue: Lodi Wine Visitor Center, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA
Cost: $35 lab material fee
Description: This class, hosted by Fred Swan of SJ Delta College, consists of 16 two-hour lectures held on Thursdays only. This course is an exploration of the principles of sensory wine evaluation. It is designed to expose students to a broad range of wine varietals and wine styles and to develop wine tasting skills useful at all levels of the wine industry.
Registration (required): To register, please click HERE. You will need to apply through Delta College. If it’s your first time, you will be asked to create an account. If you have already applied, click HERE to learn how to activate your account. Login information required to register for classes.

NO CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2025-09-02 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Happy Labor Day!

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-09-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Posted and sent August 22, 2025
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Time: 9:00am
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Review and approval of August 6, 2025, minutes
• Action Item
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
5. Winery Marketing Activities
• Winery BID
• No Reservations Campaign
• Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2026 (February 13-15)
• Educational Programming
• Technical Tasting Program
6. Roadshows
• San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, November 7-9, 2025
• Festival of Forgotten Grapes, January 31 (San Jose TBD) & March 28, 2026 (Los Angeles)
• Palm Desert Food & Wine, March 22 & 23, 2026
• Dress Up Wine Down Sacramento, May 16, 2026—tentative
7. FY 2025-2026 Budget Review
8. Reports from other LWC Committees
9. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
10. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
11. Set Next Meeting Date
12. 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 Steve Felten (209-810-5258) 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 https://www.lodigrowers.com/commission/agendas-minutes/.

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-10-01 09:00 - 10:30 | Lodi Wine & Visitor Center, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
NOTICE & AGENDA
Posted and sent September 19, 2025
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Time: 9:00am
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Review and approval of September 3, 2025 minutes
• Action Item
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
5. Winery Marketing Activities
• Winery BID
• No Reservations Campaign
• Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2026 (February 13-15)
• Educational Programming
• Technical Tasting Program
6. Roadshows
• San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, November 7-9, 2025
• Festival of Forgotten Grapes, January 31 (San Jose) & March 28, 2026 (Los Angeles)
• Palm Desert Food & Wine, March 22 & 23, 2026
• Dress Up Wine Down Sacramento, May 16, 2026—tentative
7. FY 2025-2026 Budget Review
8. Reports from other LWC Committees
9. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
10.Agenda Items for Future Meetings
11.Set Next Meeting Date
12.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 Steve Felten (209-810-5258) 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 https://www.lodigrowers.com/commission/agendas-minutes/.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2025-10-07 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
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: Insects
Who Should Attend: Local Pest Control Advisers (PCAs), GROWERS who manage their own pest control (PRIVATE APPLICATORS) or who have pest control questions, anyone looking for viticulture DPR CE credits, viticulture TECHNICAL ADVISORS in Lodi and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. The goal is to create a strong local network for communicating the best IPM strategies and for support in solving viticulture anomalies. This month, we will discuss the major pest insects in winegrapes (leafhoppers, mealybugs, mites, etc.) and IPM strategies to manage them, along with the importance of biocontrol and beneficial insects.
RSVP: To the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email info@lodiwine.com.

THE OLD VINE CONFERENCE: MEETING OF THE MINDS 2025
2025-10-31 - 2025-11-04 | The Culinary Institue of America, Copia, Napa CA, 500 1st St., Napa, 94559
THE OLD VINE CONFERENCE: MEETING OF THE MINDS 2025.
Date: Friday, October 31 — Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Cost: Click HERE for detailed pricing
Schedule of Events:

October 31: Napa Gala Tasting & Dinner
November 1–2: Sonoma – Conference Session 1 & Field Trip
November 3–4: Lodi – Conference Session 2 & Field Trip

Conference Schedule:
Session 1: November 1, 2025
Location: Hyatt Santa Rosa, Sonoma
Schedule Highlights: This session lays the foundation with technical insights, market development strategies, and communication approaches to elevate the value of old vine wines. For full schedule, click HERE.
Session 2: November 3, 2025
Location: Wine & Roses, Lodi
Schedule Highlights: Session 2 is particularly rich in content, emphasizing heritage, viticulture, and winemaking. It offers a more hands-on and philosophical approach to the old vine movement, making it a key day for professionals and enthusiasts deeply invested in the craft and culture of wine.

1:50pm: Conference Session 2 Opens
2:00pm: Seminal Masterclass – A deep dive into old vine expertise and legacy.
3:15pm: Heritage Debate – Engaging dialogue on preserving and promoting old vine heritage.
4:15pm: Break
4:30pm: Viticulture & Vinification – Focused discussion on growing practices and winemaking techniques.
5:15pm: Closing Statements
5:20pm: Conference Ends

Description: The 7th edition of the Old Vine Conference returns with the theme Meeting of the Minds, bringing together global leaders in old vine viticulture, winemaking, marketing and sustainability. This multi-day event features tastings, seminars, debates and field trips across California’s premier wine regions. Lodi Winegrape Commission is proud to sponsor the conference, highlighting the region’s commitment to preserving and promoting old vine vineyards. The Lodi portion of the event takes place November 3–4, including a full conference day and a field trip showcasing local vineyards and sustainable practices.
Registration (required): To register, click HERE.

NO IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2025-11-04
The Old Vine Conference is in Lodi today, so we will not have our normal “first Tuesday” IPM meeting. Our next IPM meeting will be on December 2, 2025 and will feature Dr. Akif Eskalen hosting a trunk disease workshop. See you there!

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-11-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Wine Visitor Center, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Posted and sent October 24, 2025
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Time: 9:00am
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 October 1, 2025 minutes
– Action Item
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Winery Marketing Activities
– Winery BID
– No Reservations Initiative
– Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2026 (February 14-15)
– Educational Programming
– Technical Tasting Program
Roadshows
– San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, November 7-9, 2025
– Festival of Forgotten Grapes, January 31 (San Jose) & March 28, 2026 (Los Angeles)
– Palm Desert Food & Wine, March 22 & 23, 2026
– Dress Up Wine Down Sacramento, May 16, 2026—tentative
FY 2025-2026 Budget Review
Reports from other LWC Committees
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 Steve Felten (209-810-5258) 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.

RESEARCH, EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
RESEARCH, EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA
Sent and posted November 10, 2025
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 12:00pm
Place: 2545 W Turner Rd, 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 July 15, 2025 meeting minutes
4. Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5. Grower education programs:
• Review of recent initiatives and growing season
• Ideas for future outreach initiatives
6. Grower communications
7. Winegrape research in Crush District 11:
• Research projects and focus group updates
8. Weather Network services
9. FY2025-26 Budget Review
10. Reports from other LWC Committees
11. Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
12. Items for future agendas
13. Confirm future meeting dates
14. 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/.

GROWER MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-11-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
GROWER MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
NOTICE & AGENDA
Posted and sent November 10, 2025
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 10:00am
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Review and approval of July 30, 2025, minutes
• Action Item
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
5. Marketing & Advertising (consumer, media, trade, & grower)
6. Public Relations Activities
7. Grower Outreach & Education
8. FY 2025-26 Budget Review
9. Report from other committees
10.Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum
per person)
11.Agenda Items for Future Meetings
12.Set Next Meeting Dates
13.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 (209367-4727). 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
2025-11-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Cellar Room – Wine & Roses Hotel, 2505 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted Thursday, November 20, 2025
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Monday, December 1, 2025
Time: 2:00pm (PST)
Place: Cellar Room, Wine & Roses, 2505 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. Review and Approval of August 5, 2025 minutes
• Action Item
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
5. Financial Report
6. Chairman’s Report
7. Consideration of Agreements between LWC and CWEF
8. Executive Director’s Report
9. Reports of Committees
• Executive Committee
• Grower Marketing
• Lodi Rules
• Research/Education/Communication
• Winery Marketing
10. 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
11. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
12. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
13. Set Next Meeting Date
14. 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.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING: TRUNK DISEASE
2025-12-02 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
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 DPR CE (OTHER) approved
Topic & Speaker:

Trunk Diseases — Akif Eskalen, PhD (Professor, Plant Pathology, UC Davis)

Who Should Attend: Local Pest Control Advisers (PCAs), GROWERS who manage their own pest control (PRIVATE APPLICATORS) or who have pest control questions, anyone looking for viticulture DPR CE credits, viticulture TECHNICAL ADVISORS in Lodi and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. The goal is to create a strong local network for communicating the best IPM strategies and for support in solving viticulture anomalies. This month Dr. Eskalan hosts a trunk disease workshop to dissect vines, identify the disease and discuss IPM strategies for healthy vineyards. (Akif’s trunk disease project was funded by the Department of Pesticide Regulation and the contents may not necessarily reflect the official views or policies of the State of California.)
RSVP: To the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email info@lodiwine.com.

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-12-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Wine Visitor Center, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Posted and sent November 21, 2025
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Time: 9:00am
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 November 5, 2025 minutes

Action Item

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

Winery BID
No Reservations Initiative
Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2026 (February 14-15)
Educational Programming
Technical Tasting Program

Roadshows

San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival Recap
Festival of Forgotten Grapes, January 31 (San Jose) & March 28, 2026 (Los Angeles)
Palm Desert Food & Wine, March 22 & 23, 2026
Dress Up Wine Down Sacramento, May 16, 2026—tentative

FY 2025-2026 Budget Review
Reports from other LWC Committees
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 Steve Felten (209-810-5258) 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 https://www.lodigrowers.com/commission/agendas-minutes/.

LODI RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-12-09 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 November 26, 2025
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West 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 August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
4. Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5. Program updates:
• Previous certification year
• Grower/Winery communications
• Marketing & promotions
• Protected Harvest
6. FY2025-26 Budget Review
7. Reports from other LWC Committees
8. Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
9. Items for future agendas
10.Confirm future meeting dates
11.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/.

NASA DEVELOP: LODI AGRICULTURE
2025-12-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
NASA DEVELOP: LODI AGRICULTURE.
Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: 10:00 – 11:00am
Venue: Online https://tinyurl.com/LodiAgg
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Speakers: Audrey Chin, Derek Gonzalez, Noah Larkin, Monica Napoles
Description: The Lodi Agriculture NASA DEVELOP team will present their project: Leveraging NASA Earth Observations to Detect Vine Stress and Potential Viral Presence in Vineyards to Inform Management Decisions. They will give an overview of the methods they developed, their findings, and how Earth observations can provide practical insights for vegetation monitoring.
Contact: No pre-registration needed; link above takes you directly into the meeting. For questions, contact Kathleen Miller at kathleenrose.miller@nasa.gov.

FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-12-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
FINANCE COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted December 5, 2025
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
Time: Noon (PST)
Place: LWC Office, 2545 West 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 Finance Committee April 29, 2025 meeting minutes
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
5. Review of Draft Annual Audit Reports with Croce, Sanguinetti & Vander Veen
6. Financial Reports
7. 2025-26 YTD Budget Review
8. CWEF Financial Update
9. Items for future agendas
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 Finance Committee Chair Scott Armolea (916.628.2275) 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 on www.lodigrowers.com.

FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
2025-12-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
FINANCE COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted March 20, 2026
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Time: Noon (PST)
Place: LWC Office, 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 Finance Committee December 18, 2026 meeting minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
Financial Reports
2025-26 YTD Budget Review
CWEF Financial Update
Items for future agendas
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 Finance Committee Chair Scott Armolea (916.628.2275) 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.

IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING: NEMATODES
2026-01-06 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, 95240, United States
IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING: NEMATODES.
Date: Tuesday, January 6, 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: Nematode Management in the Vineyard
Speaker: Amanda Hodson, PhD, Assistant Professor of Soil Ecology and Pest Management, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. This month, Dr. Amanda Hodson (UC Davis) will teach us about nematodes and their management, crucial to understand whether you’re growing grapes or rotating your field into an orchard or another crop. Learn the types of nematodes, how to prevent damage, and how to sample the soil for nematodes.
RSVP: To the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email info@lodiwine.com.

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-01-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Wine Visitor Center, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Posted and sent December 28, 2025
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Time: 9:00am
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 December 3, 2025 minutes

Action item

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

Winery BID
No Reservations Initiative
Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2026 (February 14-15)
Educational Programming

Roadshows

Festival of Forgotten Grapes, January 31 (San Jose) & March 28, 2026 (Los Angeles)
Palm Desert Food & Wine, March 22 & 23, 2026
Dress Up Wine Down Sacramento, May 16, 2026—tentative

FY 2025-2026 Budget Review
Reports from other LWC Committees
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 Steve Felten (209-810-5258) 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 https://www.lodigrowers.com/commission/agendas-minutes/.

RESEARCH, EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
2026-01-12 12:00 - 13:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
RESEARCH, EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA
Sent and posted December 29, 2025
Date: Monday, January 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 November 18, 2025 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
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
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/.

LWC Board Meeting
2026-01-20 15:00 - 17:00 | 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, January 9, 2026
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time: 3:00pm
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 December 1, 2025, minutes
· Action Item
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Financial Report
· 2024-25 LWC Fiscal & Compliance Audit
· Action Item
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 ANNUAL GROWER & WINERY MEETING
2026-01-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
LODI RULES ANNUAL GROWER & WINERY MEETING.
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm; lunch provided with RSVP
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA
Cost: FREE, all are welcome to attend
Description: The LODI RULES Community – growers, vintners, supporters & leaders – gathers annually to connect with each other, discuss the previous certification year and learn something new. Attending this annual meeting ensures that you have the latest resources to get the most out of LODI RULES, engages you with your LODI RULES community and informs you of any important program changes. Anyone certifying for the 2026 vintage (or considering certification) should attend. A sustainable vision workshop (satisfying LR 1.1) will immediately follow the main meeting.
RSVP: By January 16 to the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email stephanie@lodiwine.com. Include all names of attendees and whether they are staying for lunch and/or the Sustainable Vision Workshop (1 to 4pm) which follows the main meeting.

LODI RULES SUSTAINABLE VISION WORKSHOP
2026-01-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
LODI RULES SUSTAINABLE VISION WORKSHOP.
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Time: 1:00 – 4:00pm (following the Annual Meeting)

Venue: Barrel Room, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA

Cost: FREE; all LODI RULES growers/potential growers & wineries are welcome to attend

Description: This workshop with Cowboy Conservationist Kent Reeves satisfies part of the requirement for LR Standard 1.1. Once you attend one vision workshop, it counts for your lifetime. We typically offer one-two Vision Workshops per year. Attendees will better understand their on-farm resources and the “why” behind their farming operation.

RSVP: By January 19 to the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email stephanie@lodiwine.com.

74th ANNUAL LODI GRAPE DAY
2026-02-03 08:00 - 13:00 | Hutchins Street Square, 125 South Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
74th ANNUAL LODI GRAPE DAY.
Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time: 8:00am – 1:00pm
Venue: Hutchins Street Square, 125 S Hutchins St, Lodi CA
Cost: FREE for morning sessions | $32.80 for lunch with keynote speaker
Credits: 3.0 hrs DPR CE (other) applied for
Topics & Speakers:

Drones in Viticulture – Justin Tanner, PhD, UCCE Viticulture Farm Advisor
Drip Irrigation System Maintenance – Moneim Mohamed, PhD, UCCE Irrigation & Soils Advisor
Powdery Mildew, Botrytis & Late-Season Rots – Akif Eskalen, PhD, UC Davis Cooperative Extension Specialist
Leafhopper & Vine Mealybug Control – Robert Van Steenwyk, PhD, UC Berkeley Professor Emeritus
Spotted Lanternfly: Early Detection & Preparedness – Cindy Kron, PhD, UCCE IPM Advisor North Coast
Precision Viticulture & Spatial Vineyard Management – Cliff Yu, PhD, Fresno State University Assistant Professor

Description: The Lodi District Chamber of Commerce’s Agribusiness Committee and the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) invite you to the 74th Annual Lodi Grape Day. With the challenges facing grape growers today, the information shared at Grape Day about improving yields, fighting diseases, market trends and mechanization technologies is more critical than ever. The morning session covers relevant viticulture topics focusing on integrated pest management and tools for growers. Then growers, pest control advisors, winery personnel, bankers, and business leaders gather for a special luncheon featuring a keynote speaker.
Registration and tickets (required for lunch): To register for morning sessions and/or purchase a lunch ticket, click HERE. For sponsorship opportunities and questions, contact events@lodichamber.com.

LODI WINERY BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT CORPORATION MEETING
2026-02-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA, West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINERY BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT CORPORATION
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted Friday, January 30, 2026
The Lodi Winery Business Improvement District will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time: 2:00pm (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 January 13, 2026, minutes

Action Item

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

Bylaws
Bank Accounts
Insurance

Assessment Collections

POS Systems
County Contract
HdL Contract & Onboarding
Timing

Strategic Direction/Planning
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.
