Lodi Growers

LODI RULES COMM. MEETING
2018-01-22 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Agenda TBD

LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION MEETING
2018-01-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Deodar Room – Wine & Roses, 2505 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Lodi Winegrape Commission
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted January 4, 2018
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, January 18, 2018
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Place: Deodar Room, Wine & Roses 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. Review and Approval of the December 14, 2017 Minutes
4. Financial Report, November 2017
5. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
6. E&J Gallo Lodi Winery Project Proposal (informational only)
7. Chairman’s Report
8. Executive Director’s Report
9. Starting the Strategic Planning process for the Lodi Winegrape Commission
10. Reports from Other Committees

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

11. Reports from Other Organizations

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

12. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
13. Closed session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation of performance, or dismissal of an employee pursuant to California Government Code Section 11126(a) – Executive Director.
14. Return to open session and report action taken in closed session, if any.
15. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
16. Set Next Meeting Date
17. 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 Executive Director Wendy Brannen (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Program Manager, 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 2017 Year-End RECAP EVENT
2018-01-17 | CA
2017 LODI RULES YEAR-END RECAP & SUSTAINABLE VISION WORKSHOP.
Date: Wednesday, January 17th, 2018
Agenda:
10:30am – 1pm: 2017 LODI RULES Year-End Recap Event & Catered Lunch
1pm – 5pm: SUSTAINABLE VISION WORKSHOP – Kent Reeves
Venue: Elks Lodge No. 1900, 19071 N Lower Sacramento Rd, Woodbridge, CA 95258 (please carpool as parking is limited)
Cost: FREE, lunch provided with an RSVP
Description: The LODI RULES Community – growers, vintners, supporters, & leaders – gathers annually to discuss the previous certification year and to highlight everyone’s successes. The 2017 year BROKE RECORDS and made HISTORY, growing in acreage by 26% and becoming an INTERNATIONAL program! Learn more during casual morning presentations and enjoy each other’s company during a catered tri-tip lunch.
Interested in joining LODI RULES? This is a great event to help you decide before applications are due to Protected Harvest on February 15th, 2018. Following lunch, new growers and anyone interested will spend the afternoon talking about WHY WE FARM SUSTAINABLY with the amazing cowboy poet & conservationist, Kent Reeves, during a Sustainable Vision Workshop, satisfying LR Standard 1.1.
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email stephanie@lodiwine.com.

REC COMM. MEETING
2018-01-12 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
Sent and posted January 2nd, 2018
Date: Friday, January 12th, 2018
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Conference Room, 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 December 8th, 2017 minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit)
Grower education programs
Grower communications
Research project proposals
Farm Advisor position
Weather network
Committee term limits
Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit)
Budget
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 (327-6472) or Stuart Spencer (367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer 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 Wine Country Committee Meeting
2018-01-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Lodi Wine Country Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
The Lodi Winegrape Commission’s Lodi Wine Country Committee will meet:
Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Time: 9:00 AM
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Conference Room
The agenda for this meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review of December 13, 2017 minutes
Calendar of Events (Road Shows)
Wine & Chocolate
Budget Review
Report from other Committees
Other Business
Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action.Â For more information, or to make a request regarding a disability-related accommodation for the meeting, please contact Stuart Spencer
(209-367-4727) or Steve Felten (209-810-5258). This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodiwine.com in Grower News Meetings and Events.

CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2018-01-02 07:30 - 09:00 | Lodi Wine & Visitor Center, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, United States
LWC: CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING.
Date: Tuesday, January 2nd, 2017 (always on the first Tuesday morning of each month)
Time: 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Venue: **change for January only** Lodi Wine & Visitor Center, 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi 95242
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with an RSVP
Credits: 1.5 (DPR – CE OTHER) applied for
Special Topic: Winter activities
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 ADVISERS in Lodi, and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group meets monthly (the first Tuesday morning) to discuss current vineyard pests and their management, including pertinent monitoring information and IPM strategies. Strategies for dealing with vineyard management challenges are discussed. The goal is to create a strong local network for communicating best pest management strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Email & Cloud Computing.
2017-12-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Date: Thursday, December 28th 2017
Time: 9am
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: Maybe you are one of the few people left who hasn’t signed up for an email address yet, but your grandchildren have been asking you to? Or perhaps you use an outdated email provider? In this course you will sign up for a free email account with Google’s service, gmail. You’ll also learn how to store documents online.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Computer Basics & Internet Searching.
2017-12-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Date: Wednesday, December 27th 2017
Time: 9am
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: This course will teach you the basics of computers (using the keyboard and mouse) along with how to search for literally anything you want to know on the Internet.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Email & Cloud Computing.
2017-12-19 12:00 - 15:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Date: Tuesday, December 19th 2017
Time: 12pm
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: Maybe you are one of the few people left who hasn’t signed up for an email address yet, but your grandchildren have been asking you to? Or perhaps you use an outdated email provider? In this course you will sign up for a free email account with Google’s service, gmail. You’ll also learn how to store documents online.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION BOARD MEETING
2017-12-14 14:00 - 15:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Lodi Winegrape Commission
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted December 4, 2017
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, December 14, 2017
Time: 2:00 P.M.
Place: Cellar Room, Wine & Roses
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 the November 16, 2017 Minutes

Action Item

Financial Report, October 2017

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Consideration of the Annual Financial and Compliance Audit

Action Item

TTB Rule 160

Action Item: Recommendation from Executive Committee regarding TTB Rule 160 on allowable grape source information on wine bottles

Chairman’s Report
Executive Director’s Report
Reports of Committees

Executive Committee
Grower Marketing

Action Item: Review marketing plan and funding recommendation from Grower Marketing Committee for calendar year 2018

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

Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Closed session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation of performance, or dismissal of employees pursuant to California Government Code Section 11126(a).
Return to open session and report action taken in closed session, if any.
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 Executive Director Wendy Brannen (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Program Manager, 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
2017-12-14 12:00 - 13:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi
Executive Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted December 4, 2017
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017
Time: 12 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 Minutes from Executive & Finance Committee Meeting, 11-29-17
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda
TTB Rule 160

Action Item: Recommendation to full board regarding TTB Rule 160 on allowable grape source information on wine bottles

Closed Session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation of performance, or dismissal of an employee pursuant to Government Code Section 11126(a)
Items for Future Meetings
Set Date for Next Meeting
2-Minute Public Comment on any items not listed on the Agenda
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Bruce Fry (993-8479) or Wendy Brannen (367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Program Manager, stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com.

Lodi Wine Country Committee Meeting
2017-12-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Lodi Wine Country Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda

The Lodi Winegrape Commission’s Lodi Wine Country Committee will meet:
Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Time: 9:00 AM
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Conference Room

The agenda for this meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review of November 1, 2017 minutes
Calendar of Events (Road Shows)

Shows in rotation
New options

Wine & Chocolate Planning
Budget Review
Report from other Committees
Other Business
Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action.Â For more information, or to make a request regarding a disability-related accommodation for the meeting, please contact Stuart Spencer
(209-367-4727) or Steve Felten (209-810-5258). This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodiwine.com in Grower News Meetings and Event

PREMIUMIZATION Workshop & Grower Social
2017-12-12 14:30 - 18:00 | CA
LWC: PREMIUMIZATION Panel Discussion & Grower Social.
Date: Tuesday, December 12th, 2017
Time: 2:30 – 4:00 pm PREMIUMIZATION Panel Discussion; 4:00 – 6:00 pm Grower Social at Visitor Center
Venues: Wine & Roses Ballroom (PREMIUMIZATION Panel); Lodi Wine & Visitor Center (Grower Social), both at 2545 W Turner Rd, Lodi CA 95242
Cost: FREE
Description: If you read the last Grower Newsletter, you know that several market indicators suggest a rising demand for premium LODI winegrapes. Growing PREMIUM winegrapes is very different than growing commodity winegrapes in many ways – contracts are usually for higher prices per ton but are also harder to obtain, extra vineyard practices such as leaf pulling may be required, and it may take several buyers per farm to sell all of your grapes. Our interactive panel discussion on this topic will provide some insight to help you decide if premiumization is a wise strategy for you and your family, and will also give you tips on how to break into this market.
Following the PREMIUMIZATION Panel discussion, we will enjoy wine and appetizers together in our LODI Wine & Visitor Center.
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Computer Basics & Internet Searching
2017-12-12 12:00 - 15:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Date: Tuesday, December 12th 2017
Time: 12pm
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: This course will teach you the basics of computers (using the keyboard and mouse) along with how to search for literally anything you want to know on the Internet.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

GROWER MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2017-12-12 09:00 - 10:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA, United States
Grower Marketing Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted November 27, 2017
The Grower Marketing Committee of the Lodi Winegrape Commission will meet:
Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2017
Time: 9:00 A.M.
Place: LWC Office, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi CA
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review August 23, 2017 meeting minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
Discussion Regarding Market Research Results

Quantitative Research

Consumer Benchmarking Study
Trade Survey

Qualitative Research – Focus Groups
Next Steps for 2018

Corporate Brand Identity/Logo

Status of Brand Identity Project
Next Steps

Grape Marketing Activities

Winegrape Marketing Coordinator – tabling hire
Setting up winery meetings

Advertising Campaign

Status of new content videos
Somm Journal/Tasting Panel/Clever Root status

Public Relations Update

Social Media Planning
Deskside Media Visits (approve dates)

Budget Review
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 to Ben Kolber (367-8996), 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. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

LODI RULES COMM. MEETING
2017-12-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Sent and posted on November 21st, 2017
Date: Monday, December 11th, 2017
Time: 12:00 PM
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Conference Room, 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 November 6th, 2017 meeting minutes
4. Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit)
5. Program updates:
• Website development
• Marketing & Promotions
• Meetings
• Videos
6. Program vision development – strategies & long-term planning
7. Auditor updates
8. 2017 review
9. Budget
10. Other business
11. Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit)
12. Future agenda items
13. Schedule next meetings
14. 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 Stuart Spencer (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Program Manager, 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.

REC COMM. MEETING
2017-12-08 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
Sent and posted November 21st, 2017
Date: Friday, December 8th, 2017
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Conference Room, 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 October 20th, 2017 minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit)
Grower education programs
Grower communications
Research projects
Weather network
Demonstration vineyard
Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit)
Budget
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 (327-6472) or Stuart Spencer (367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer 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 & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Microsoft Excel: 4-class series.
2017-12-05 15:00 - 18:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Date: Tuesday, December 5th, Wednesday, December 6th, Tuesday, December 12th, & Wednesday, December 13th, 2017
Time: 3pm
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: You’ll learn how to create and use Excel spreadsheets – which do math for you! – to more efficiently organize your budget and other information.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2017-12-05 07:30 - 09:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi
CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
Date: Tuesday, December 5th, 2017 (always on the first Tuesday morning of each month)
Time: 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with an RSVP
Credits: 1.5 (DPR – CE OTHER) approved
Special Topic: Grapevine viruses
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 ADVISERS in Lodi, and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group gathers monthly (the first Tuesday morning) to discuss current vineyard pests and their management, including pertinent monitoring information and IPM strategies. Strategies for dealing with vineyard management challenges are discussed. The goal is to create a strong local PCA network for communicating best pest management strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.

EXECUTIVE & FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
2017-11-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Executive & Finance Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted November 14, 2017
The Joint Executive and Finance Committee will meet on:
Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Time: 2pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission Conference Room
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 Minutes from Executive & Finance Committee Meeting, Oct. 19, 2017
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda
5. Review of Annual Audit Reports
6. Items for Future Meetings
7. Set date for next meeting
8. Public Comment on any items not listed on the Agenda
9. Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Galen Schmiedt (329-8448) or Stuart Spencer (367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Program Manager, stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Online Weather Information with Western Weather Group
2017-11-28 15:00 - 18:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LWC & Lodi Public Library: Online Weather Information with Western Weather Group
Date: Tuesday, November 28th, 2017
Time: 3pm
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: Will Farr, Meteorologist at our daily forecasting company, Western Weather, will show you how to get all kinds of useful weather information online such as wind direction and speed.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Microsoft Excel: 4-class series
2017-11-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LWC & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Microsoft Excel: 4-class series
Date: Monday, November 20th, Tuesday, November 21st, Tuesday, November 28th, & Wednesday, November 29th, 2017
Time: 9am
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: You’ll learn how to create and use Excel spreadsheets – which do math for you! – to more efficiently organize your budget and other information.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

BOARD MEETING
2017-11-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Cellar Room, Wine & Roses Hotel, 2505 W. Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Lodi Winegrape Commission
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted November 6, 2017
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, November 16, 2017
Time: 2:00 P.M.
Place: Cellar Room, Wine & Roses 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. Review and approval of the October 17, 2017 Minutes
• Action Item
4. Financial Report, September 2017
• Action Item
5. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
6. Guest Presentation—Wine Opinions to present results of Consumer Marketing Benchmark Study and Trade Marketing Benchmark Study
7. Chairman’s Report
8. Executive Director’s Report
9. Reports of Committees
• Executive Committee
• Grower Marketing
• Lodi Rules
• Research/Education/Communication
• Lodi Wine Country
10. Reports of Other Organizations
• California Wine Education Foundation
• San Joaquin County Farm Bureau
• Lodi District Grape Growers Association
11. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
12. Closed session regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation of performance, or dismissal of employees pursuant to California Government Code Section 11126(a).
13. Return to open session and report action taken in closed session, if any.
14. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
15. Set Next Meeting Date
16. 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 Executive Director Wendy Brannen (209-367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Program Manager, 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 & Lodi Public Library: California Soil Resource Lab: Soil Mapping with Paul Verdegaal
2017-11-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LWC & Lodi Public Library: California Soil Resource Lab: Soil Mapping with Paul Verdegaal
Date: Monday, November 13th, 2017
Time: 9am
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: Paul will show you how to navigate the Soil Resource website to create free soil maps for your farm.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Computer Basics & Internet Searching
2017-11-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LWC & Lodi Public Library: Computer Basics & Internet Searching
Date: Thursday, November 9th, 2017
Time: 9am
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: This course will teach you the basics of computers (using the keyboard and mouse) along with how to search for literally anything you want to know on the Internet.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

LWC & LDGGA: LAWS & REGS UPDATES
2017-11-09 08:30 - 10:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Thursday, November 9th, 2017
Time: 8:30am – 10am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenter: Barbara Huecksteadt, Agricultural Commissioner’s Office, San Joaquin County
Cost: FREE
Credits: 1.0 (DPR – CE LAWS) applied for
Description: Join us as we get the latest news on laws and regulations relevant to grape growers from the knowledgeable Barbara Huecksteadt. Barb will discuss the problems they see in the field with applications, the respiratory program, sulfur posting requirements, and worker protection standards.
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.

FREE Ag Container Recycling Day
2017-11-09 | CA
Please check out this website for detailed information: https://www.sjgov.org/solidwaste/recyclingcat?ID=21699&t=Agricultural%20%20Plastic%20Containers.
North County Recycling Center
17720 East Harney Lane
Lodi, CA 95240
(209) 887-3868
FREE recycling of agricultural plastic containers (and empty aluminum phosphide metal containers and clean cardboard) on the second Thursday of odd numbered months.
Acceptable Container Requirements:

Type: Non-refillable HDPE containers (Displays HDPE #2 Recyclable Symbol)
Prior Use: EPA registered agricultural products
Users: Growers or Commercial Applicators
Sizes: Up to 55 gallon capacity drums

All Drums Are To Be Cut Into Quarters
This will make it easier for growers to transport and the grinder to process.

Cleaning: Containers must be empty, triple or pressure rinsed and punctured, then allowed to dry. Staining is acceptable; caked-on residue is not
Storage: Keep empty containers in a building or under a tarp
Parts & Caps: Remove all non-HDPE parts including caps, metal handles, rubber linings, plastic seals, bungs, labels and booklets
Industrial Bulk Containers (IBC) Must Be Left In Shipping Frame to Be Accepted At These Events

NOTICE:
Containers not meeting the Acceptable Container Requirements or those that once held motor oil, fuel, or antifreeze will be refused and may cause the load to be rejected in its entirety. If contamination is detected post-delivery, San Joaquin County will contact the person or entity that made delivery of prohibited waste. The contaminants must then be removed from the premises by the deliverer within 48 hours from the time of notification and must be disposed of as prescribed by state and federal laws. Proof of proper disposal (documents and/or manifests) will be required and shall be provided to San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division. If not safely and lawfully removed within the 48 hour period, San Joaquin County will contract with a hazardous waste hauler for removal and legal disposal. The person or entity that made delivery shall be solely responsible for all costs associated with the handling and disposal of prohibited material.
Agricultural Pesticide Container Recycling is sponsored by the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Email & Cloud Computing
2017-11-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LWC & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Email & Cloud Computing
Date: Wednesday, November 8th, 2017
Time: 9am
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: Maybe you are one of the few people left who hasn’t signed up for an email address yet, but your grandchildren have been asking you to? Or perhaps you use an outdated email provider? In this course you will sign up for a free email account with Google’s service, gmail. You’ll also learn how to store documents online.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

LWC & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Microsoft Excel: 4-class series
2017-11-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Lodi Public Library, 201 West Locust Street, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LWC & Lodi Public Library: Introduction to Microsoft Excel: 4-class series
Date: Tuesday, November 7th, Wednesday, November 8th, Tuesday, November 14th, & Wednesday, November 15th, 2017
Time: 3pm
Venue: Computer Room, Lodi Public Library, 201 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presenters: Library Staff and Guest Speakers
Cost: FREE (no library card needed)
Description: You’ll learn how to create and use Excel spreadsheets – which do math for you! – to more efficiently organize your budget and other information.
RSVP: Call (209) 333-5554, RSVP’s are mandatory as space is limited to the first 14 RSVP’s. Popular classes will be repeated if there is interest. Farmers and spouses/friends/neighbors are all welcome.

LWC: CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2017-11-07 07:30 - 09:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, November 7th, 2017 (always on the first Tuesday morning of each month)
Time: 7:30 am – 9:00 am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with an RSVP
Credits: 1.5 (DPR – CE OTHER) approved
Description: Local PCAs (and growers who manage their own pest control) gather with technical advisors to discuss current vineyard pests and their management, including pertinent monitoring information and IPM strategies. Strategies for dealing with vineyard management challenges are discussed. The goal is to create a strong local PCA network for communicating best pest management strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.
