Lodi Growers

LEAFROLL VIRUS TAILGATE TALK
2019-10-17 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
LEAFROLL VIRUS TAILGATE TALK
Date: Thursday, October 17th, 2019
Time: 7:45 – 10am
Venue: 2400 East Woodson Road, Acampo CA 95220 (look for grower meeting signs)
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Who Should Attend: Everyone – viruses affect our entire industry!
Credits: 2 hrs CCA – IPM approved
Station Leaders: Members of the Lodi Grapevine Virus Research Focus Group, the Mealybug Biocontrol Research Focus Group, Dr. Akif Eskalen, Dr. Kris Tollerup
Description: We’ll start off by sharing updated leafroll virus management strategies we’ve learned from researchers around the world and local experiences. LangeTwins will discuss how they train a virus scouting crew, how they map and rogue infected vines, and the associated costs. Then, we’ll all head into the vines with the Lodi Grapevine Virus Research Focus Group to check out virus symptoms on previously-tested vines, discuss vine mealybug biocontrol options, learn how to properly take virus testing samples, review maps showing rogueing of leafroll-infected vines over time, learn about ant control with Dr. Kris Tollerup, and discuss the mystery (sudden) vine collapse with Dr. Akif Eskalen.
This meeting is partially funded by the American Vineyard Foundation and the CDFA PD/GWSS Board – thank you!
RSVP if you can: By October 16th to Gabby at the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

THE WORLD OF WONDERS SCIENCE MUSEUM: NATIONAL FARMER’S DAY
2019-10-12 10:00 - 16:00 | World of Wonders Science Musuem, 2 North Sacramento Street, Lodi, CA, 95240
THE WORLD OF WONDERS SCIENCE MUSEUM: NATIONAL FARMER’S DAY.
Date: Saturday, October 12th, 2019
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Venue: World of Wonders Science Museum, 2 North Sacramento Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE admission & activities
Description: Join us in acknowledging the hard work that goes into feeding and supplying a nation. The day encourages everyone to thank the farmers and ranchers who plow, sow, raise, feed, and harvest to provide the food and materials that our country needs to succeed. Enjoy Ag science activities, live animals, farm equipment, and a life-size milking cow! View the event flyer HERE.
For more information: Please visit www.WOWScienceMuseum.org

DUARTE NURSERY: CLONAL FIELD DAY
2019-10-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Duarte Georgetown Vineyard, 4661 Spanish Dry Diggins Rd, Greenwood, CA, 95635, United States
Date: Friday, October 11th, 2019
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Venue: Duarte Georgetown Vineyard, 661 Spanish Dry Diggins Road, Greenwood, CA 95635
Cost: FREE, Lunch and wine tasting included
Description: See – Touch – Taste, 70 clones – 16 varieties! Join Duarte Nursery for a Clonal Field Day, come walk around the vineyard and experience later ripening varieties!
To RSVP and for more information: Please email events@duartenursery.com.

FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-10-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Finance Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted September 28, 2019
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Time: 12:00 pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Conference Room
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 August 7, 2019 meeting minutes.
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Review of Draft Annual Audit Reports with Croce, Sanguinetti & Vander Veen
July & August 2019 Financial Report
2019 Year-to-Date Budget Review
CWEF/LWC Financial Review
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Date for Next Meeting
Public Comment on any items not listed on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Galen Schmiedt (209-329-8448) or Stuart Spencer (367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director, stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com.

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
2019-10-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted September 25, 2019
Date: Monday, October 7, 2019
Time: 9:00am
Place: LWC Conference Room, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for this meeting is as follows:
1) Call to order
2) Roll call and establishment of quorum
3) Consideration of August 5, 2019 minutes
4) Review of September 6, 2019 notes
5) Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
6) Brand Lodi – New Campaign
7) 2018/2019 Scheduled Winery Road Shows

Nashville Food & Wine Festival (Sept 20 & 21, 2019)
San Diego Bay Food & Wine Festival (November 16, 2019)
Rancho Mirage (February 28 & 29, 2020)
Fort Worth Food & Wine Festival (April 2020) – Consideration
LA WineFest (June 2020) – Consideration
NY Wine Events – Dates Vary – Consideration
Northwest Food & Wine Festival (November 2020) – Consideration

8) Hospitality Certificate
9) Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2020
10) Stockton Heat Opportunity (February 29, 2020)
11) FY 2019-20 Budget Review to Date
12) Report from other LWC Committees
13) Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
14) Agenda Items for Future Meetings
15) Set Next Meeting Date
16) Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Lodi Wine Country Committee Chairman, Steve Felton (209.810.5258) or Stuart Spencer (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

DUARTE NURSERY: CLONAL FIELD DAY
2019-10-04 09:00 - 13:00 | Duarte Georgetown Vineyard, 661 Spanish Dry Diggins Road, Greenwood, CA, 95635, United States
Date: Friday, October 4th, 2019
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Venue: Duarte Georgetown Vineyard, 661 Spanish Dry Diggins Road, Greenwood, CA 95635
Cost: FREE, Lunch and wine tasting included
Description: See – Touch – Taste, 70 clones – 16 varieties! Join Duarte Nursery for a Clonal Field Day, come walk around the vineyard and experience later ripening varieties!
To RSVP and for more information: Please email events@duartenursery.com.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING & MYSTERY VINE COLLAPSE UPDATE
2019-10-01 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, October 1st, 2019
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with RSVP
Special Guests: Dr. Akif Eskalen (UC Davis Plant Pathologist), Dr. Maher Al Rwahnih (UC Davis Virologist), and Dr. Neil McRoberts (UC Davis Plant Pathologist)
Special Topic: Mystery Vine Collapse
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) approved
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 best IPM strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: To the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

DUARTE NURSERY: CLONAL FIELD DAY
2019-09-27 09:00 | Duarte Georgetown Vineyard, 661 Spanish Dry Diggins Road, Greenwood, CA, 95635, United States
Date: Friday, September 27th, 2019
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Venue: Duarte Georgetown Vineyard, 661 Spanish Dry Diggins Road, Greenwood, CA 95635
Cost: FREE, Lunch and wine tasting included
Description: See – Touch – Taste, 70 clones – 16 varieties! Join Duarte Nursery for a Clonal Field Day, come walk around the vineyard and experience early ripening varieties!
To RSVP and for more information: Please email events@duartenursery.com.

DUARTE NURSERY: CLONAL FIELD DAY
2019-09-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Duarte Georgetown Vineyard, 661 Spanish Dry Diggins Road, Greenwood, 95635, United States
Date: Friday, September 20th, 2019
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Venue: Duarte Georgetown Vineyard, 661 Spanish Dry Diggins Road, Greenwood, CA 95635
Cost: FREE, Lunch and wine tasting included
Description: See – Touch – Taste, 70 clones – 16 varieties! Join Duarte Nursery for a Clonal Field Day, come walk around the vineyard and experience early ripening varieties!
To RSVP and for more information: Please email events@duartenursery.com.

LODI RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-09-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI RULES Committee Meeting
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Sent and posted on September 6, 2019
Date: Monday, September 16, 2019
Time: 12pm
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. Consideration of the August 12, 2019 meeting minutes
4. Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5. Program updates:
• Marketing & promotions
• Program improvements
• Winery communications
• Protected Harvest and SureHarvest news
• Pesticide Risk Model for 2020 certification year & beyond
6. FY2019-2020 Budget review to date
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 Aaron Shinn (209.747.9595) or Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting.

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-09-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, lodi, CA, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
NOTICE & AGENDA
SENT & POSTED August 26, 2019
Date: Friday, September 6, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM
Place: LWC Conference Room, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for this meeting is as follows:
1) Call to order
2) Roll call and establishment of quorum
3) Consideration of August 5, 2019 minutes
4) Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
5) Brand Lodi – New Campaign
6) 2018/2019 Scheduled Winery Road Shows
· Nashville Food & Wine Festival (Sept 20 & 21, 2019)
· San Diego Bay Food & Wine Festival (November 16, 2019)
· Rancho Mirage (February 28 & 29, 2020)
· Fort Worth Food & Wine Festival (April 2020) – Consideration
· LA WineFest (June 2020) – Consideration
· NY Wine Events – Dates Vary – Consideration
· Northwest Food & Wine Festival (November 2020) – Consideration
7) Hospitality Certificate
8) Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2020
9) Stockton Heat Opportunity (February 29, 2020)
10) FY 2019-20 Budget Review to Date
11) Report from other LWC Committees
12) Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
13) Agenda Items for Future Meetings
14) Set Next Meeting Date
15) Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Lodi Wine Country Committee Chairman, Steve Felton (209.810.5258) or Stuart Spencer (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

NRCS: COVER CROP FIELD DAY
2019-09-05 | Lockeford Plant Materials Center, 21001 N. Elliott Rd., Lockeford, CA, 95237, United States
NRCS: COVER CROP FIELD DAY.
Date: Thursday, September 5th, 2019
Time: 9:30am – 12pm
Venue: Lockeford Plant Materials Center, 21001 N. Elliott Rd., Lockeford, CA 95237
Speakers: Margaret Smither-Kopperl (PMC Manager), Tom Johnson (Kamprath Seed), Valerie Bullard (PMC Agronomist), Billy Sink (Seeds for Bees Program)
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Description: The Lockeford Plant Materials Center and guest speakers will discuss warm season cover crops, as well as cover crop planning for fall planting. There will also be opportunity to discuss new cover crop materials and availability. For the event flyer, click HERE.
RSVP: No registration required, but they appreciate an email if you plan to attend. Contact Shawn.Vue@ca.usda.gov, Tel: 209 867-3110 or Margaret.Smither-Kopperl@ca.usda.gov for more information or to arrange for any special needs.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2019-09-03 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, September 3rd, 2019
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with RSVP
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) applied for
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 best IPM strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Please RSVP to the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

2019 HEALTHY SOIL SUMMIT
2019-08-21 - 2019-08-22 | UC Davis Conference Center, 550 Alumni Lane, Davis, CA, 95616
Dates: Wednesday, August 21st – Thursday, August 22nd, 2019
Time: Wednesday, August 21st: 7:30am to 7:45pm; Thursday, August 22nd: 7:30am to 5:00pm
Venue: UC Davis Conference Center, 550 Alumni Ln, Davis, CA 95616
Cost: $335 per person. Includes one and a half days (Wednesday afternoon and all day Thursday) of premium content on successful farm strategies from real farm experts, evening reception and keynote, lunch on second day and breaks for networking. Does not include tour
Agenda:
August 21:
7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Optional add-on farm walk and tour (SOLD OUT)
1:30-1:45 p.m. | Welcome
1:45-2:45 p.m. | Managing Soil for Mineral Health
Bill Brush, B&B Ag Consulting

Soil fertility expert Bill Brush will address strategies for building better soil by looking at nutrients the soil requires to be fertile. Balancing the minerals in your soil can address many of the challenges to that farmers often face. Don’t miss this opening presentation, which will serve as the foundation for a deeper dive into soil biology and health throughout the remainder of the program.
2:45-3:45 p.m. | Improving Water, Nitrogen, and Phosphorus Efficiency
John Kempf, Advancing Eco Agriculture
In this workshop AEA’s John Kempf will describe soil nitrogen and phosphorus cycles, how to manage these interactions, prevent nutrient leaching, and enable the greatest plant response with the most efficient use of inputs. It is possible to supply all of a crop’s nitrogen and phosphorus requirements through biologically available nutrients while contributing no fertilizer runoff, and by better managing nitrogen. Water use efficiency can also increase dramatically. Attend this workshop to learn the principles and techniques for best water, nitrogen, and phosphorus management.
3:45-4:30 p.m. — NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK – sponsored by MARRONE BIO INNOVATIONS

4:30-5:15 p.m. | Exploring Soil’s Microbiome
Adrian Ferrero, Biome Makers
Combining the latest technology as DNA Sequencing and intelligent computing allows us to monitor soil health by using microbiome as a bioindicator of soil life. This session will dive into what we know about soil microbial life, explore what measuring these communities can tell us about our soil, and how this information can help us better manage for productivity.
5:15-6:30 p.m. | KEYNOTE: Driving Productivity and Resilience with Good Soil Health
Gary Zimmer, Midwestern BioAg
In this non-stop, jam-packed keynote presentation, soil health veteran Gary Zimmer will walk us down a comprehensive journey into farm productivity. From what we know about soil tests and minerals to the rules for getting the most out of your soil life, he will share his decades of experience. He will explore the role of plant food and diversity and also the role of tillage to maximize healthy mineralized soil. You’ll walk away from this dynamic session with diverse tools to drive productivity and resilience in your farming system.
6:30-7:45 p.m. | EVENING RECEPTION
August 22:
7:30-8 a.m. MORNING COFFEE
8-10 a.m. | Managing Water, Weeds and Disease with a Biotic Mindset
Brendon Rockey, Rockey Farms
Drought. It brought a biotic mindset to Rockey Farms, revealing options once dismissed for growing healthy, steady yielding potatoes. Today, the 500-irrigated acre specialty seed potato and quinoa operation has no place for toxic chemicals and synthetic inputs in its living, profitable and resilient farm system. Cover crops, livestock grazing and precise mechanical weeding improve the farm’s carbon cycle, which results in maximized water efficiency and infiltration rates in addition to decreasing and manageable weed populations. Companion Crops and Flowering Strips build upon these fundamentals, creating habitat that competes with weed populations and provides resources for beneficial insects to thrive, providing a successful Integrated Pest Management tool when controlling vector viruses.
10-10:45 a.m. — NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
10:45-11:45 a.m. | Regenerative Agriculture on a California Ranch: Live Podcast Interview
John Kempf, Advancing Eco Agriculture
Vernon Peterson, Peterson Family Farm and Abundant Harvest Organics
Join John Kempf for a live version of the Regenerative Agriculture Podcast featuring Vernon Peterson of Peterson Family Farm and Abundant Harvest Organics. John and his guest will discuss effective approaches to pest and disease challenges as well as soil health in the context of California’s issues with weather and water. Attend to learn how growers are navigating California’s regulatory and labor challenges, and the economic success of regenerative farming practices.
11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | How to Identify and Correct the Cause of the #1 Limiting Factor in Global Agricultural Production
Glen Rabenberg, Soil Works
Weeds, disease, and poor water penetration are symptoms of compacted unhealthy soil. Agricultural has become accustomed to reacting to these symptoms with chemicals, micro-nutrients, and tillage. Correcting the cause of soil compaction restarts the soil ecosystem allowing oxygen and water to penetrate the soil profile eliminating the dependency on reacting to symptoms. In his presentation, Glen Rabenberg will show you how to identify soil compaction, teach you what causes compaction, and leave you with a five-step approach to restore soil health and correct the cause.
1-2 p.m. — LUNCH
2-3 p.m. | Bio-Based Solutions for Pest Management and Plant Health
Pamela Marrone, Marrone Bio Innovations
As growers seek to increase pest resistance, regulations on environmental and worker safety become more stringent, and consumers demand safer, more sustainable food, biologicals (biopesticides and biostimulants) are enjoying an increasingly prominent role in crop protection programs. The evolution of biologicals as a more trusted and reliable tool in a grower’s toolbox, however, would not have been possible without advances in science, technology and manufacturing processes that have made biologicals more effective. The majority of growers may have heard the terms “biopesticides” or “biologicals,” but may be unclear on their modes of action and when and how to use them successfully in integrated pest management and crop production programs. This talk will outline the foundational concepts of the biologicals category, discuss how and when to use them and illustrate some of the exciting new developments.
3-4 p.m. | PANEL: Ask the Experts
In this closing session, we bring the Summit’s lessons all together with the help of our expert speakers and open it up for questions. You won’t want to miss this unique opportunity to capitalize on the tremendous expertise and experience of these agricultural leaders.
4-5 p.m. — NETWORKING – CLOSING COFFEE & DRINKS
To Register, please click here. For more information or for any questions, please call 1.800.355.5313 or e-mail info@acresusa.com.

REC Committee Meeting
2019-08-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
RESEARCH, EDUCATION, & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Time: 12pm
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 May 21st, 2019 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
LWC Strategic Plan – Committee responsibilities:

By-law updates
Attendance
Committee make-up

Grower education programs:

Review of recent meetings
Ideas for future outreach meetings

Grower communications
Winegrape research in Crush District 11:

Research projects and focus group updates
Potential district-wide projects
Mystery Vine Collapse

Weather Network services
Demonstration Vineyard
Farm Advisor position

UC Extension update

FY2019-20 Budget review to date
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 above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Research and Education Committee Chairman Larry Whitted (209.327.6472) or Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting.

SILICON VALLEY FORUM: SEEDS OF OUR FUTURE AGTECH SUMMIT & IMMERSION PROGRAM
2019-08-20 08:00 - 2019-08-23 17:00 | Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown, 282 S Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA, 95113, United States
Dates: Tuesday, August 20th – Friday, August 23rd, 2019
Time: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Venue: Pickup point each day: Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown, 282 S Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA 95113
Cost: Early Bird – Summit + Immersion Program: $1,445.42 or Day 1- AgTech Innovation Summit – General Registration: $104.06
Description: Silicon Valley Forum’s Seeds of Our Future AgTech Summit & Immersion Program invites global AgTech innovators and supporters on a four-day journey through Silicon Valley, Salinas, and Napa Valley. Day 1 kicks off with an incredible Summit filled with discussions, workshops, and relationship building opportunities from industry experts who are leading the way in AgTech! Following the Summit is an interactive 3-day experience at farms, startups, wineries, and companies throughout the most innovative farming and wine making regions in California.
An increasing global population and dwindling resources are some of the biggest challenges we face, and innovation in agricultural technology is key for sustaining and improving the way our farmers and winemakers seed, grow and harvest their products. Join us this August for a behind the scenes look at the future of farming and agriculture, where you will:

Learn about cutting edge innovation in agricultural technology
Hear from agtech-facing startups: their challenges and successes
Engage with Venture Capitalists to understand how they see the future of investing
Talk to farmers who have partnered with technology companies (on location in Salinas and Napa)
Meet potential partners, investors, and customers

About the Seeds of Our Future: Since the inaugural event in 2016, the Seeds of Our Future has brought together tech innovators, startups, investors, farmers, universities, governments, and industry experts to connect on topics such as automated farms, food safety and traceability, controlled environments, UAVs, and much more. California is home to the world’s most productive seats of both technology and agriculture, and this program examines the ways in which we can bridge the two and build a better future.
For more information, or to review the Agenda, please click here.
To Register, please click here. For more information or for any questions, please e-mail info@siliconvalleyforum.com.

GROWER MARKETING COMM. MEETING
2019-08-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi
Grower Marketing Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Posted August 2, 2019
Sent August 2, 2019
The Grower Marketing Committee of the Lodi Winegrape Commission will meet:
Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Time: 10:00 A.M.
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 June 18, 2019 meeting minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
Commission & Consumer Brand Identity

Marketing Plan

Grape Marketing
Public Relations Plan

PR Activities

2018-19 Year-to-date Budget Review
2019-20 Budget
Reports from Other Committees
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed Kendra Altnow (403-8500) or Stuart Spencer (367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer at least five days prior to the meeting.

LODI RULES COMM. MEETING
2019-08-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Sent and posted on June 17, 2019
Date: Monday, August 12, 2019
Time: 12pm
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
Consideration of the June 10, 2019 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
LWC Strategic Plan – Committee responsibilities:

By-law updates
Attendance
Committee make-up

Program updates:

Marketing & promotions
Program improvements
Winery communications
Protected Harvest and SureHarvest news
Pesticide Risk Model for 2020 certification year & beyond

FY2019-2020 Budget review to date
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 Aaron Shinn (209.747.9595) or Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

THE ELEANOR PROJECT: CRUSHERS THE NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN LEADERS IN WINE AND AGRIBUSINESS.
2019-08-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Oak Farm Vineyards, 23627 Devries Rd., Lodi, 95242, United States
Date: Wednesday, August 7th, 2019
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Venue: Oak Farm Vineyards, 23627 N Devries Rd, Lodi, CA 95242
Cost: FREE to Eleanor Members, $30 per. person for non-members
Description: CRUSHERS – an educational evening to learn more about women in wine and agribusiness.
Our lineup of esteemed women leaders in wine & agribusiness include:
Elyse Perry – Bokisch Vineyards
Breanna Holbert – Future Farmers of America
Elisabeth Watkins – Farm Girl Chef
Sierra Zeiter – Oak Farm Vineyards
To RSVP and for more information: Please click HERE.

BUDGET & FINANCE COMM. MEETING
2019-08-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Finance Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted July 24, 2019
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Time: 12:00 pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Conference Room
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 June 6, 2019 meeting minutes.
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
2018/19 Financial Report
2018/2019 Budget
CWEF/LWC Financial Review
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Date for Next Meeting
Public Comment on any items not listed on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Galen Schmiedt (209-329-8448) or Stuart Spencer (367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director, stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2019-08-06 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, 95240, United States
CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
Date: Tuesday, August 6th, 2019
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with RSVP
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) approved
Special Guest: Dr. Jhalendra Rijal, UC IPM
Special Topic: Invasive Pests
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 best IPM strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Christina at the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

LODI WINE COUNTRY COMM. MEETING
2019-08-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted July 25, 2019
Date: Monday, August 5, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM
Place: LWC Conference Room, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for this meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of July 8, 2019 minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
Brand Lodi – New Campaign
2018/2019 Scheduled Winery Road Shows

Nashville Food & Wine Festival (Sept 20 & 21, 2019)
San Diego Bay Food & Wine Festival (November 16, 2019)

Hospitality Certificate
Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2020
FY 2019-20 Budget Review to Date
Report from other LWC Committees
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Lodi Wine Country Committee Chairman, Steve Felton (209.810.5258) or Stuart Spencer (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

UC DAVIS: OAKVILLE STATION SEMINAR SERIES DEPARTMENT OF VITICULTURE AND ENOLOGY
2019-08-02 13:00 - 17:30 | UC Davis Oakville Research Station, 1380 Oakville Grade Road, Oakville, CA, 94562, United States
Date: Friday, August 2nd, 2019
Time: 1:00pm to 5:30pm
Venue: Oakville Experimental Station, 1380 Oakville Grade Road, Oakville, California 94562
Cost: $50 per person
Description: Please join us for another in the 2019 Season Oakville Station Seminar Series on Friday, August 2, 2019. These seminars are designed to give a grower friendly updates on research projects that are underway at the UC Davis Oakville Station. This year’s program will highlight yield estimation, viticultural zoning using proximal sensing and C13 analysis, trellis design for mechanization, updates on virus diseases, crop load management, autonomous cultivation in vineyards and many more relevant topics. The programs will conclude with an Oakville BBQ, so please bring a bottle from your vineyard to share. Registration is required, due to limited space in our conference room. We look forward to seeing you at the Station.
To Register by credit card please click here. For more information or for any questions, please contact Kaan Kurtural (UCCE Extension Viticultural Specialist in Oakville) at skkurtural@ucdavis.edu

UC DAVIS: SUCCESSFUL HOME WINEMAKING.
2019-07-27 08:30 - 15:30 | DaVinci, 1632 DaVinci Court, Davis, CA, 95618, United States
Date: Saturday, July 27th, 2019
Time: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Venue: DaVinci, 1632 DaVinci Court, Davis, CA, 95618
Cost: $210 per person
Description: Receive an overview of all phases of home wine production in this course designed for beginning home winemakers with little or no experience. Learn about fermentation theory, yeasts and starter cultures, white and red wine production, common problems, sanitation and cleaning agents, and equipment suitable for small-scale wine production. This is an excellent overview for anyone considering making wine for the first time this season.
Instructor: Melissa Pellini studied enology and viticulture at the Fondazione Edmund Mach/Università di Trento/Università di Udine in Italy and communications at Santa Clara University. She has marketing and sales know-how, as well as hands-on experience working in an enological lab, winery and vineyard. Pellini is particularly interested in organic, biodynamic and sustainable viticulture.
To Register and for more information on the course please click here.

BIOCONTROL FAMILY FIELD DAY
2019-07-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Michael David Winery, 4580 W Highway 12, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
BIOCONTROL FAMILY FIELD DAY.
Date: Thursday, July 25th, 2019
Time: 6:00 – 7:30pm
Venue: Michael David Winery, 4580 West Highway 12, Lodi CA 95242
Cost: FREE, please RSVP
Description: Please round up the whole family and join the Lodi Winegrape Commission to learn about biocontrol in the vineyard. This event is part of a Western SARE funded project to demonstrate the use of beneficial insects and pheromone mating disruption in our vineyards. Biocontrol methods help protect our vines against vine mealybugs, an invasive pest that spreads leafroll virus. Parabug will demonstrate their drone that flies over farms to release beneficial insects. We’ll also have ice cream, beverages, and games to increase the fun factor!
RSVP by July 23rd: Please RSVP to Christina at the Lodi Winegrape Commission, 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

LODI HARVEST SAFETY SEMINAR
2019-07-23 07:30 - 13:30 | Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, United States
Date: Tuesday, July 23rd, 2019
Agenda:
7:30am Registration
8:00am Seminars
12:30pm Lunch
Venue: Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi CA 95240
English Session: Burgundy Hall, Spanish Session: Jackson Hall
Cost: FREE of charge to Crush District 11 grape growers and their employees. Lunch is provided.
Description: Please join Lodi District Grape Growers and the Lodi Winegrape Commission for the Lodi Grape Harvest Safety Seminar! Topics include Mechanical Harvester Safety, Night Work Considerations, Cal OSHA Update, and Heat Illness Prevention. For the event flyer please click HERE.
RSVP by July 19th: Please RSVP to the Lodi District Grape Growers Association, 209.339.8246 or info@ldgga.org. Please specify English or Spanish session with your RSVP.

LDGGA: DONATE BLOOD IN HONOR OF KRIS GUTIERREZ
2019-07-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, 95240, United States
Date: Friday, July 19th, 2019
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Venue: Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, Burgundy Hall, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA, 95240
Description: Last summer, LDGGA Director and past President Kris Gutierrez of KG Vineyard Management was diagnosed with Leukemia. Kris continues to fight this battle with the support of his family, friends, and the Lodi winegrape community. Kris’ illness brings to light the need for blood donation in our community. Please join us at the 2nd Annual LDGGA Blood Drive in his honor.
For an appointment, please click here and use sponsor code: LDGGA

EASTERN SAN JOAQUIN GROUNDWATER AUTHORITY: INFORMATIONAL MEETING
2019-07-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Robert J. Cabral Agricultural Center, 2101 East Earhart Av, Stockton, CA, United States
Date: Thursday, July 18th, 2019
Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Venue: Robert J. Cabral Agricultural Center, 2101 E. Earhart Ave., Stockton, CA, 95206
Description: The Eastern San Joaquin Groundwater Authority is hosting a series of informational meetings, open to the public, to provide updates on local efforts to meet the state goals set forth in the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). The Eastern San Joaquin Groundwater Authority is developing a Groundwater Sustainability Plan that reflects local needs and conditions and prioritizes local control over water resources. To view the meeting information, please click here.
For questions, please call 209.468.3089 or e-mail info@esjgroundwater.org

LWC BOARD MEETING
2019-07-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Cellar Room – Wine & Roses Hotel
Lodi Winegrape Commission
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted July 8, 2019
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, July 18, 2019
Time: 2:00 P.M.
Place: Cellar Room, Wine & Roses, 2505 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 the June 20, 2019 Minutes

Action Item

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

Action Item – Election of Officers for FY 2018-19

Consideration of Agreements between LWC and CWEF

Action Item – Approve Agreement for Management Services
Action Item – Approve Agreement for Promotional Services
Action Item – Approve Agreement for Event Management, 2018-19

Executive Director’s Report
Future Lodi Winegrape Commission Direction

Organizational Restructuring
Committee Assignments
Transparency

Reports of Committees

Executive Committee
Grower Marketing
Lodi Rules
Research/Education/Communication
Lodi Wine Country

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 Bruce Fry (209-993-8479) 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.

UC DAVIS: BIOLOGICAL CONTROL FOR MITES AND USING PERMANENT GROUNDCOVER MEETING
2019-07-16 08:30 - 12:00 | Shake Ridge Ranch, 14885 Shake Ridge Rd, Sutter Creek, CA, 95685, United States
Date: Tuesday, July 16th, 2019
Time: 8:30am – 12:00pm
Venue: Shake Ridge Ranch, 14885 Shake Ridge Rd., Sutter Creek. Take Gopher Flat Rd. to Shake Ridge
Cost: FREE
Credits: 2.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) applied for
Who Should Attend: Vineyard owners and managers, consultants and PCA’s
Description: Biological control uses natural enemies, either augmented (released) or conserved, to help manage pests. Shake Ridge has been releasing 6-spotted thrips to manage spider mites for several years-we will see the natural enemies and the release and talk about biological control in the vineyard, the pests targeted, and how to make sure your releases work. We will discuss and look for spider mites as well as Virginia Creeper leafhopper.

Permanent groundcover is perennial and includes cover under the vine. Shake Ridge has moved from an every-other row discing program to permanent cover. We’ll discuss how this can be beneficial for conserving soil, and some of the challenges when using permanent covers.

Presentation topics

Biological control-how to use it in your vineyard
Natural enemies and key pests targeted-2 spotted spider mites
Virginia Creeper leafhoppers-biology, ID, life cycle, native parasitoids
Permanent groundcover-benefits and challenges

Instructor: Ann Kraemer
RSVP online HERE. Or call Robin Cleveland at 530.621.5528. Please RSVP by July 12. If we don’t have enough RSVP’s the meeting will be cancelled.
