Lodi Growers

LODI RULES COMM. MEETING
2019-01-07 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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 December 26th, 2018
Date: Monday, January 7th, 2019
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:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of the November 19th, 2018 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
Program updates:

LODI RULES annual meeting
Marketing & Promotions – video, materials, website, events
Winery communications
Protected Harvest and SureHarvest news
Pesticide Risk Model for 2019 certification year & beyond

Review draft language of possible new LODI RULES standards
FY2018-2019 Budget review
Brief reports from other Lodi Winegrape Commission Committees, focusing on LODI RULES connections:

Grower Marketing
Lodi Wine Country
Research, Education, & Communications

Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
Future agenda items
Schedule next meetings (including meeting with Tom Green of IPMI)
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.

LODI WINE COUNTRY COMM. MEETING
2019-01-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Lodi Wine Country Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent & Posted December 21, 2018
The Lodi Winegrape Commission’s Lodi Wine Country Committee will meet:
Date: Monday, January 7, 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
Review of December 3, 2018 minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
2018/2019 Scheduled Winery Road Shows

Rancho Mirage Wine & Food Festival (February 1& 2, 2019)
Fort Worth Food & Wine Festival (April 5 & 6, 2019)
VinDiego (April 11, 2019)
Dress Up Wine Down (May 11. 2019)
Aspen 2019
Nashville Food & Wine Festival (Sept 2019)

Wine & Chocolate Weekend 2019
ZinFest 2019
2018-19 Year-to-Date Budget Review
Report from other Committees
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. 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.

CDFA: PD/WINEGRAPE PEST & DISEASE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
2018-12-18 08:00 - 2018-12-19 17:00
CDFA: 2018 PIERCE’S DISEASE/WINEGRAPE PEST AND DISEASE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM.
Date: Tuesday, December 18th, 2018 – Wednesday, December 19th, 2018
Schedule: For the full two-day schedule, click HERE.
Venue: Kona Kai Resort & Spa, San Diego, California
Cost: $120 (one day); $240 (full symposium)
Description: Please join us at this year’s Symposium to find out about the latest research progress being made on Pierce’s disease and its vectors, as well as other winegrape pests and diseases. The Symposium is open to all interested persons. Researchers currently funded by the CDFA PD/GWSS Board are strongly encouraged to attend and participate in the Symposium. This includes those funded by the Board to conduct research on other winegrape pests and diseases besides Pierce’s disease.
To register or for more info.: Questions about the Symposium can be emailed to pdsymposium@cdfa.ca.gov. Registration and more information is available HERE.

LWC STRATEGIC PLANNING COMM. MEETING
2018-12-14 08:00 - 10:00
Lodi Winegrape Commission Strategic Planning Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted December 4, 2018
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Friday, December 14, 2018
Time: 8:00 A.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
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Lodi Winegrape Commission Strategic Plan

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
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. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

LODI VINEYARD MECHANIZATION SHOWCASE
2018-12-11 07:30 - 13:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi
LODI VINEYARD MECHANIZATION SHOWCASE.
Date: Tuesday, December 11th, 2018
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Time: 7:45 am – 1:30 pm, lunch included
Cost: FREE, all are welcome
Description: During the first of what will hopefully be an annual LODI VINEYARD MECHANIZATION SHOWCASE, growers will learn the latest innovations from the major mechanization equipment companies. Tips on how to optimize high wire trellising systems will be provided by growers and others leading the way. Paul Verdegaal will provide an update on the Kautz Farms trellising trial and Matt Frank (Trinchero Family Estates) will discuss chemical and mechanical suckering. Mechanization is a large financial investment and we want to help enhance grower’s chances of success and profitability.
Hosted by the Lodi Winegrape Commission. Note: this is an indoor workshop with presentations; no actual mechanization equipment will be present this year but we hope to expand the event with equipment in 2019.
Confirmed vendors (10 minute innovation presentations): Acampo Machine Works/Collard, Evolution Equipment/Pellenc, ERO (Viteco cane pruner)/RDO, Clemens, VMech, Spagnolo, KLIMA/ECO Trellis, New Holland, Oxbo.
High Wire Trellising panel (moderated by Keith Striegler, E. & J. Gallo): Pete Opatz (Viticulturist, Silverado Premium Partners), Matt Frank (Viticulturist, Trinchero Family Estates), Randy Kazarian (Owner, Kazarian Vineyard Development), and Kelly Brakel (Vineyard Manager, LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards)
Lodi Mechanization Research updates: Paul Verdegaal (Kautz Trellising Trial), Matt Frank (Trinchero’s mechanical and chemical suckering adventures)
Confirmed vendors (tables): Acampo Machine Works/Collard, Evolution Equipment/Pellenc, ERO (Viteco cane pruner)/RDO, Clemens, VMech/AgOtter, Spagnolo, KLIMA/Jim’s Supply Co./ECO Trellis, New Holland, Oxbo, PA Trellising, and Infaco.
For more info.: Contact Stephanie Bolton at stephanie@lodiwine.com. Event is free and all are welcome.
RSVP: To Christina at the Lodi Winegrape Commission, 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

BUDGET & FINANCE COMM. MEETING
2018-12-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Budget & Finance Committees
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted November 26, 2018
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Thursday, December 6, 2018
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 October 18, 2018 meeting minutes.
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
2018/19 Financial Report
2018/2019 Budget
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 Ben Kolber (747-8996) 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.

UC DAVIS: 2018 FOUNDATION PLANT SERVICES ANNUAL MEETING
2018-12-04 10:00 - 15:00
Date: Tuesday, December 4th, 2018
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Venue: Peter Christensen Conference Room, Trinchero Family Estates Building, 501 Hopkins Road in Davis, CA 95616
Description: Registration is now open for the 2018 Foundation Plant Services Annual Meeting to be held on December 4, 2018 at the Peter Christensen Conference Room, Trinchero Family Estates Building. Please click HERE for more information.
The Agenda is as follows:
Grape Meeting – 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Fruit and Nut Tree Meeting – 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Lunch will be served between the meetings.
RSVP: To register, please click HERE.

LWC: CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2018-12-04 07:30 - 09:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, December 4th, 2018 (always on the first Tuesday morning of each month)
Time: 7:30 – 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
Discussion Leader: TBD
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.
Following our regular PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING, you are welcome to bring your male mealybug delta traps by for help with identification! We will have a microscope set up and help available.
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.

LODI WINE COUNTRY COMM. MEETING
2018-12-03 09:00 - 11:00
Lodi Wine Country Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent & Posted November 21, 2018
The Lodi Winegrape Commission’s Lodi Wine Country Committee will meet:
Date: Monday, December 3, 2018
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
Review of November 5, 2018 minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
2018/2019 Scheduled Winery Road Shows

San Diego Food & Wine Festival/Somm Con (Nov 16-17)
Rancho Mirage Wine & Food Festival (February 1& 2, 2019)
Fort Worth Food & Wine Festival (April 5 & 6, 2019)
VinDiego (April 11, 2019)
Dress Up Wine Down (May 11. 2019)
Aspen 2019
Nashville Food & Wine Festival (Sept 2019)

Wine & Chocolate Weekend 2019
National Zinfandel Day – November 14 (Review)
All Winery Meeting (December 18, 2018)
2018-19 Year-to-Date Budget Review
Report from other Committees
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
AdjourN

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. 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.

UC DAVIS 2018 RAVE
2018-11-30 | UC Davis Activities and Recreation Center, 760 Orchard Rd., Davis, CA, 95616, United States
UC DAVIS: 2018 RECENT ADVANCES IN VITICULTURE AND ENOLOGY (RAVE).
Date: Friday, November 30th, 2018
Venue: UC Davis Activities and Recreation Center, 760 Orchard Rd., Davis, CA 95616
Cost: $225 (includes lunch and all handouts, including PowerPoint slides)
Description: The program for 2018 includes topics such as: Improved analytical methods for SO2 by Dr Andrew Waterhouse; understanding drought and heat tolerance in grapevines by Dr Elizabeth Forrestel; the current and future objectives of the grape breeding program by Dr Andy Walker; Dr Anita Oberholster will talk about the impact of some winemaking decisions on phenolic extraction; Dr Kaan Kurtural will discuss his research on rootstock differences in water uptake during drought; and there will be discussions on UCD V&E’s sustainability efforts, the impact of bottle aging on 12 different Pinot Noirs, and other topics, too, as well as flash talks and posters by some of our graduate students. Please click HERE for the agenda and additional information.
RSVP: To register, please click HERE. For any questions please contact Kay Bogart at klbogart@ucdavis.edu or Karen Block at klblock@ucdavis.edu

REC COMM. MEETING
2018-11-20 12:00 - 14:30 | 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 October 3rd, 2018
Date: Tuesday, November 20th, 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 September 25th, 2018 minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Grower education programs:

Ideas for future outreach meetings
Review of recent meetings

Farm Advisor position

UC Extension update

Introduction(s) to new viticulture researchers
Grower communications
Winegrape research in Crush District 11:

Potential district-wide projects
Research projects and focus group updates
CAWG Mechanization Study potential partnership

action item

Weather Network services
Demonstration Vineyard
Brief reports from other Lodi Winegrape Commission Committees
Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
FY2018-19 Budget review to date
Items for future agendas
Confirm future meeting dates for FY2018-2019
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 RULES COMM. MEETING
2018-11-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Date: Monday, November 19th, 2018
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:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of the October 22nd, 2018 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
Program updates:

LODI RULES 2018 certification year & audit feedback
Marketing & Promotions – video, materials, website, events
Winery communications
Protected Harvest and SureHarvest news
Pesticide Risk Model for 2019 certification year & beyond

FY2018-2019 Budget review
Review draft language of possible new LODI RULES standards
Brief reports from other Lodi Winegrape Commission Committees, focusing on LODI RULES connections:

Grower Marketing
Lodi Wine Country
Research, Education, & Communications

Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
Future agenda items
Schedule next meetings
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.

LWC & ZAP: NATIONAL ZINFANDEL DAY TECHNICAL WORKSHOP
2018-11-14 08:30 - 12:00 | Oak Farm Vineyards, 23627 Devries Rd., Lodi, 95242, United States
Date: Wednesday, November 14th, 2018
Time: 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Venue: Oak Farm Vineyards, 23627 DeVries Rd, Lodi, CA 95242
Cost: $25
Description: More so than any other variety, Zinfandel holds a special place in the hearts and minds of the Lodi winegrowing community. Join Lodi growers and vintners on National Zinfandel Day for an educational dive into all things Zinfandel at Oak Farm Vineyards. Attendees will taste through 16 unique Zinfandels while hearing the farming and winemaking stories behind the wines with panels of leading growers and vintners. Tasting seminars will be followed by a delicious Tri Tip lunch served with Lodi Zinfandel (lunch is included in the ticket price).
AGENDA:
8:30AM – Registration & Networking (Coffee & Pastries will be provided)
9:00AM – Introduction
Topic: The State of Zinfandel
Speaker: Rebecca Robinson, Zinfandel Advocates & Producers (ZAP)
9:15AM – Panel 1: Growers’ Perspectives
In the first panel, four growers will share how they are carving out an identity for their Lodi-appellated Zinfandel vineyards. Listen to our farmers discuss how they craft a sense of place for single vineyard Zinfandels and share insights in how they “brand” their vineyards with their winery partners. Attendees will enjoy tastings of wines made from each growers’ Zinfandel vineyards while learning the stories behind the grapes.
Moderator: Stuart Spencer, Executive Director, Lodi Winegrape Commission
Markus Bokisch, Bokisch Ranches | Neyers & Tizona Suess Zinfandels
Bruce Fry, Mohr-Fry Ranches | St. Amant Marian’s & St. Amant Mohr-Fry Zinfandels
Jeff Perlegos, Stampede Vineyard | Lodi Native & Maitre-de-Chai Stampede Zinfandels
Keith Watts, Keith Watts Vineyards | McCay TruLux & Baron Herzog Zinfandels
10:45 – Panel 2: Winemakers’ Perspectives
During the second panel, four winemakers will share their most recent experiences sourcing Lodi Zinfandel grapes from multiple vineyards and talk about how they work with their partner growers to produce exceptional wines. During the panel, attendees will enjoy Zinfandel wines that show off the diverse terroirs and sensory qualities of what the Lodi AVA has to offer.
Moderator: Stuart Spencer, Executive Director, Lodi Winegrape Commission
Derek DeVries, Michael David Winery | Earthquake & Freakshow Zinfandels
Chad Joseph, Oak Farm Vineyards and Harney Lane Winery | Oak Farm Hohenreider & Harney Lane Scottsdale
Mike McCay, McCay Cellars | Lot 13 & Bonnotto Zinfandels
Tegan Passalacqua, Turley Wine Cellars | wines to be determined
12:00 LUNCH
Join our growers and winemakers as we continue celebrating National Zinfandel Day with a Tri Tip lunch paired with – of course – Lodi Zinfandel (lunch is included in the ticket price).
RSVP: To register for this event, please click HERE.

OFAC: TULARE CE SEMINAR
2018-11-14 07:30 - 15:00 | International Agri-Center, 4500 S Laspina St, Tulare, CA, 93274, United States
Date: Wednesday, November 14th, 2018
Time: 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
Venue: International Agri-Center, 4500 S Laspina St, Tulare, CA 93274
Cost: $40
Credits: DPR: 1.0 CEU laws and 1.5 CEU other approved; CCA: pending; CURES: pending
Description: The agenda for the seminar is as follows:
7:30 AM – 8:00 AM Registration/Coffee
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM Update on Laws and Regulations
Marianna Santos Gentert, Tulare County Department of Agriculture
8:45 AM – 9:30 AM Organic Fertility and Pest Management in Cannabis Production
Dr. Thomas Quick, Growmore
9:30 AM – 9:45 AM Break and Exhibitor Booth Demonstration
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM Seaweed Extract (Ascophyllum nodosum) and Enhanced Abiotic Stress Tolerance, a review of Ocean Organics Research
Greg Cosman, Ocean Organics
10:45 AM – 11:15 AM Humics 101
Peter Aleman, BioGro
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM Soil Health in Organic Production
Tim Stemwedel, California Organic Fertilizers
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM How can Azomite help with Plant Stress and Build Soil Biome
Dr. Rajnish Khannon, Azomite Soil Products
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM Foliar Application Methods
Andrew Pedersen, Brandt
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Grower Panel
RSVP: To register for this event, please click HERE.

WATERBIT: HOW INFORMED IRRIGATION DRIVES BETTER FARMING PRACTICES WEBINAR
2018-11-13 10:00 - 11:00
Date: Tuesday, November 13th, 2018
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am
Venue: Online course taken from the convenience of your own computer.
Description: Q: What do almond, berry and rice growers have in common? A: They grapple with the best and most efficient way to irrigation their crops. And, they use the WaterBit automated irrigation solution for precision irrigation.
You are invited to hear from a panel of growers and experts across the Western agriculture spectrum as they discuss irrigation issues and how they have addressed them to improve farming practices. The panelists will focus on how they’ve used technology and analytics to better inform irrigation decisions – validating what they know as well as illuminating issues they weren’t aware of.
The webinar will be held on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 10 am PT and will run just under an hour. Attendees will be able to ask the panelists questions – tapping into their expertise and lessons learned. Be sure to register even if you can’t make it for the live webinar – we’ll send you a link to the taped session.
Here’s who will be on the webinar panel:

Greg Van Dyke – Kanpeki Rice, President
Chandler Bennett – Madison Farms, Berry Production Manager and Parabug, Founder
Dennis Donohue – Western Growers, Innovation Lead
Dr. Gurreet Brar – Fresno State University, Almond Researcher
Leif Chastaine – WaterBit, Co-founder & COO

We look forward to having you join us!
RSVP: To register, please click HERE. Note: Once you register, you’ll receive an email that includes all of this information plus call in details at the bottom of the email.

SJFB: PESTICIDE HANDLER/WORKERS PROTECTION STANDARDS & FIT TESTING
2018-11-13 08:00 - 17:00 | SJFB Office, 3290 N Ad Art Rd, Stockton, CA, 95215, United States
Date: Tuesday, November 13th, 2018
Time: 8:00 am – Noon – English
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Spanish
Venue: SJFB Office, 3290 N. Ad Art Rd, Stockton, CA
Cost: $40 per. member; $80 for nonmember – Pesticide Handler/WPS
$15 per. member; $30 for nonmember – WPS Only
$30 per. member/$60 for nonmember – Fit Testing
Description:Required to be performed annually, the pesticide handler training is for all employees that handle any ag chemical. This will include the required Workers Protection Standards in the last hour of each session.
Please note: Fit testing is available, but you must make an appointment prior to attending. Please bring your mask and proof of medical card.
RSVP: To SJFB by phone 209.931.4931 or via e-mail at rachael@sjfb.org

VINEYARD TEAM: SUSTAINABLE AG EXPO
2018-11-12 08:00 - 2018-11-14 17:00
Date: Monday, November 12th, 2018 – Wednesday, November 14th, 2018
Venue: Madonna Inn Expo Center, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Cost: Members: $155/1-day pass or Non-Members: $180/1-day pass; Members: $410/3-day pass or Non-Members: $460/3-day pass
Who Should Attend: Growers | Pest Control Advisors | Educators | Ag Companies
Description:The Sustainable Ag Expo is a multi-day educational seminar bringing the latest scientific and technical information to growers, pest control advisors, and other agricultural professionals interested in and committed to sustainable farming across a range of crops.
Sustainable farming exists in a complicated landscape of practical, social, economic, and regulatory forces. The educational content of the Sustainable Ag Expo is designed to produce insights and foster conversations on the most pressing issues in the field including pests and diseases, natural resource conservation, technology adoption, and regulatory compliance.
The Sustainable Ag Expo is also a great place to earn Continuing Education Units for license/certificate renewals.
RSVP: To register, please click here.

NAPA VALLEY GRAPEGROWERS: ROOTSTOCK 2018
2018-11-08 11:00 - 19:00 | Napa Valley College, 2277 Napa Vallejo Hwy, Napa, CA, 94558, United States
Date: Thursday, November 8th, 2018
Time: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm – Symposium
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Happy Hour
Venue: Napa Valley College, 2277 Napa Vallejo Hwy, Napa, CA 94558
Cost: Symposium & Happy Hour Pass: $100 (use discount code LWC for 25% off)
All-Access Pass: $350 (use discount code LWC for 25% off)
Description:Join industry leaders as the 2018 harvest season comes to an end at ROOTSTOCK 2018 – the only event of its kind in the industry focused on connecting vineyard practices to wine quality. The new ROOTSTOCK experience will include cutting-edge, educational experiences in every aspect of the symposium from the Event Partner booth experiences to top-quality, provocative panel discussions on viticulture, winemaking, and technology & innovation. For more information, please click HERE.
RSVP: To register, please click HERE. Don’t forget to use discount code LWC for 25% off!

LWC: CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2018-11-06 07:30 - 09:00 | Burgundy Hall, Lodi Grape Festival
Date: Tuesday, November 6th, 2018 (always on the first Tuesday morning of each month)
Time: 7:30 – 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
Discussion Leader: TBD
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.
Following our regular PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING, you are welcome to bring your male mealybug delta traps by for help with identification! We will have a microscope set up and help available.
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.

TREE & VINE EXPO
2018-11-06 07:00 - 14:00 | Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N Broadway, Turlock, CA, 95380, United States
Date: Tuesday, November 6th, 2018
Time: 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Venue: Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N Broadway, Turlock, CA 95380
Cost: FREE
Description: Mark your calendars for annual Tree & Vine Expo on November 6th at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, held by American Vineyard, California Fresh Fruit, and Pacific Nut Producer Magazines. The Expo will feature educational grower seminars, and state of the grape, nut, and tree fruit industry addresses by Jennifer Williams from the California Walnut Board, Elaine Trevino from the Almond Alliance of California and Johnny Leonardo from the Ciatti Company. A complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided. These Expos provide a great environment for the industry to get together, celebrate the harvest, enjoy some good food, get 4 hours of educational credits (including 1hr of Laws & Regs (pending)) and have a great time. Registration is FREE and will begin at 7:00 a.m., and the meeting will conclude at 2 p.m. For more information, please click HERE.
RSVP: To register, please click HERE.

CA SUSTAINABLE WINEGROWING ALLIANCE: PREPARING THE VINEYARD FOR WINTER WEBINAR
2018-11-05 13:00 - 14:30
Date: Monday, November 5th, 2018
Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Venue: Online course taken from the convenience of your own computer.
Cost: FREE
Who Should Attend: Vineyard owners, managers, and employees
Description:Tune in to learn key tips and practices for preparing your vineyard for winter and how to prevent erosion in the vineyard during the rainy season. Bill Birmingham (Conservation Project Manager, Napa RCD) and Rich Casale (Erosion Control Consultant and former NRCS Conservationist) will share their expertise and experience working with vineyards during this informative webinar.
Agenda Topics Include: The top BMPs to prepare your vineyard for winter. Common mistakes when taking erosion control measures. Free tools and resources to implement BMPs in erosion control and winterization.
For more information, please click HERE.
RSVP: To register, please click HERE.

CAPTURING WATER FOR THE FUTURE WORKSHOP
2018-11-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Mondavi Woodbridge Winery – Old Barrel Room, 5950 E Woodbridge Rd, Acampo, CA 95220
Date: Monday, November 5th, 2018
Time: 9:00 am – Noon
Venue: Woodbridge Winery Old Barrel Warehouse, 5950 Woodbridge Rd E., Acampo, CA 95220
Description: With increasing demands on groundwater, and the threat of groundwater pumping restrictions, capturing and storing water for future use is essential. It is critical to utilize our landscape to increase groundwater recharge, preferably without taking land out of production to minimize economic losses that would greatly affect our agricultural communities.
Sustainable Conservation has been working with winegrape growers, researchers and water districts since 2011 to demonstrate and evaluate how farmers can divert surface water affordably and safely onto vineyards to recharge our depleted aquifers. This approach, coupled with conventional recharge strategies, can significantly increase groundwater replenishment. By maximizing recharge in wet years, farmers, communities, and the environment will be better prepared for future droughts.
The workshop will focus on how farmers, landowners and water districts can use active and fallow farmland to increase groundwater recharge while avoiding crop health problems, minimizing nutrient leaching and disruption of annual farm operations. Workshop discussion topics include:

Challenges of Water District’s with Junior Water Rights
Lodi region winegrape grower’s perspectives on groundwater recharge management
Results of 2017 Costa Vineyard recharge trial
Yield comparisons of Costa Vineyard recharge site
Adjustments to agronomic and cultural practices to successfully implement recharge on vineyards
Crop health research on winegrape recharge
Nutrient management practices for on-farm recharge

Refreshments and Workshop @
Woodbridge Winery Old Barrel Warehouse
9:00 am – 11:00
Field tour following workshop @ Al Costa Zinfandel Vineyard
11:15 am – Noon
For more information, click HERE.
RSVP: Please RSVP by October 29th! You may RSVP to Joe Choperena by phone at 209.408.0612 or via e-mail at groundwater@suscon.org

LODI WINE COUNTRY COMM. MEETING
2018-11-05 09:00 - 10:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Lodi Wine Country Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent & Posted October 26, 2018
The Lodi Winegrape Commission’s Lodi Wine Country Committee will meet:
Date: Monday, November 5, 2018
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
Review of October 8, 2018 minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
2018/2019 Scheduled Winery Road Shows

San Diego Food & Wine Festival/Somm Con (Nov 16-17)
Rancho Mirage Wine & Food Festival (February 1& 2, 2019)
Fort Worth Food & Wine Festival (April 5 & 6, 2019)
VinDiego (April 11, 2019)
Aspen 2019
Nashville Food & Wine Festival (Sept 2019)

Wine & Chocolate Weekend 2019
National Zinfandel Day – November 14
All Winery Meeting
2018-19 Year-to-Date Budget Review
Report from other Committees
Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Next Meeting Date
Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. 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.

GROWER MARKETING COMM. MEETING
2018-10-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Grower Marketing Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted October 15, 2018
The Grower Marketing Committee of the Lodi Winegrape Commission will meet:
Date: Thursday, October 25, 2018
Time: 9:00 A.M.
Place: LWC Office, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Review May 9, 2018 meeting minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
Commission & Consumer Brand Identity Proposals

Action Item

Grape Marketing

“Why I Farm” – Grower Stories Campaign
Zinfandel Event (ZAP) – November 14

2018 Advertising Update
Public Relations Plan

2018-19 Scope of PR Activities
Export Programs (MAP Funding)

2018-19 Year-to-date 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 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.

UC DAVIS TAXATION AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE VINEYARD CLASS
2018-10-23 09:00 - 16:00 | DaVinci, 1632 DaVinci Court, Davis, CA, 95618, United States
UC DAVIS: TAXATION AND ACCOUNTING FOR THE VINEYARD.
Date: Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Venue: DaVinci, 1632 DaVinci Court, Davis, CA 95618
Cost: $210
Description: Understanding relevant tax and accounting issues is a vital step for successful start-ups and ongoing vineyard operations. This course is tailored to help both the vineyard owner and entrepreneur. Learn the principles of accounting for a vineyard operation from the initial start-up phase through the land clearing, planting, pre-production and production stages. Tax aspects and specific accounting techniques for the expenditures in each phase will be discussed in detail.
Topics include:

Formulating a business plan
Choosing the form of doing business, which directly affects permissible farm accounting methods
Avoiding the problems of passive activity
Qualifying as a farmer under the tax code
Farm accounting, including depreciation and inventory cost capitalization rules
Estate planning

Enrollment is limited. Early enrollment is encouraged.
For more information, please click HERE.
RSVP: To register, please click HERE.

LODI RULES COMM. MEETING
2018-10-22 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 September 24th, 2018
Date: Monday, October 22nd, 2018
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:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of the September 17th, 2018 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
Program updates:

Pesticide Risk Model for 2019 certification year

Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
Future agenda items
Schedule next meetings
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.

CRANE TOUR SOCIAL
2018-10-19
Crane Tour Social
Date: Friday, October 19th, 2018
Time: 5:15 – 7:00pm
Venue: Woodbridge Ecological Reserve North Unit, Lodi, CA
Cost: FREE, but each person needs a valid CA hunting license, fishing license, or Lands Pass
Description: Come enjoy the company of fellow growers while learning about the Sandhill Cranes in their natural habitat with Mamie Starr! Have you ever wondered what’s the scoop on those Sandhill Cranes in the Delta? Enjoy a private tour at the Woodbridge Ecological Reserve North Unit for the sunset flyin. Mamie Starr, long-time Fish and Wildlife Crane Docent and LODI RULES grower, will lead our tour and provide appetizers, cookies and beverages. Children are welcome. Everyone over age 16 must have a valid California hunting license, fishing license, or Lands Pass (https://www.wildlife.ca.gov/licensing/lands-pass). Due to space limitations, this event is limited to the first 30 people to sign up. More details will be provided closer to the event.
Family members, including children, are welcome!
RSVPs are necessary for this social event: Please email lwwc@lodiwine.com or call 209.367.4727 and ask for Christina.

LWC BOARD MEETING
2018-10-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Cellar Room – Wine & Roses Hotel, 2505 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Lodi Winegrape Commission
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted October 8, 2018
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, October 18, 2018
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 July 26, 2018 Minutes

Action Item

Financial Report, September 2018

Action Item

Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Chairman’s Report
Consideration of Agreements between LWC and CWEF

Action Item – Sublease Agreement for Visitor Center

Executive Director’s Report
Future Lodi Winegrape Commission Direction

Organizational Restructuring
Strategic Plan

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. This notice and agenda is available on the internet in Upcoming Meetings and Events on www.lodigrowers.com.

BUDGET & FINANCE COMM. MEETING
2018-10-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Budget & Finance Committees
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted October 5, 2018
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Thursday, October 18, 2018
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
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Review of Draft Annual Audit Reports
2018/19 Financial Report
2018/2019 Budget
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 Ben Kolber (747-8996) 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 EXECUTIVE COMM. MEETING
2018-10-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Executive Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted October 5, 2018
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Time: 9:00 am
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 Committee Meeting, 9-20-18
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Lodi Winegrape Commission Strategic Planning
Organizational Restructuring
LWC Bylaws – Draft Changes
Annual Meeting/Report
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 Bruce Fry (993-8479) 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.
