Lodi Growers

HARVEST SAFETY SEMINAR
2018-07-19 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi

LODI RULES COMM. MEETING
2018-07-16 12:00 - 14:00
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
NOTICE AND AGENDA
Sent and posted on June 26th, 2018
Date: Monday, July 16th, 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 June 4th, 2018 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
Program updates:

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

LODI RULES Program vision development – increasing educational awareness
FY2017-2018 & FY2018-2019 Budget reviews
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 & Communication

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.

SJDC: AGRICULTURE MEETING
2018-07-12 08:30 - 12:30 | Robert J. Cabral Agricultural Center, 2101 East Earhart Av, Stockton, CA, United States
Date: Thursday, July 12th, 2018
Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Venue: Robert J. Cabral Agricultural Center, 2101 E. Earhart Avenue, Stockton, CA, 95206
Description: Delta College needs your feedback! Laura Ochoa-Sanchez, Division Dean, Agriculture, Science and Mathematics, San Joaquin Delta College has invited agriculture to attend a meeting regarding the agriculture department on Thursday, July 12.
From, Laura Ochoa-Sanchez: Please join us for a convening to discuss the workforce needs of our local Agriculture Industry. San Joaquin Delta College recognizes the importance of agriculture as our region’s top industry. Our administration and our Board of Trustees are committed to maintaining and improving viable and productive Agriculture Programs. We are also committed to maintaining and improving the Manteca Farm.
While we are eager to improve our Agricultural Programs, we also want to do it right! We want to offer the kind of training and instruction that will meet the industry’s workforce demands. That’s why your feedback is so critical. On July 12, we will discuss our current programs, what changes are needed, and which new programs or emphases should be implemented. We will also review course outlines to ensure curriculum is in alignment with industry standards.
This meeting comes at a time when cuts have been made to the agriculture program. Click here to read a letter from Jennifer Terpstra, Agriculture Professor, which outlines the challenges the department is facing and provides additional detail.
RSVP: Please call 209.954.5354 to reserve your spot.

NETWORKING: THE ELEANOR PROJECT: CRUSHERS
2018-07-11 18:00 - 20:00
Date: Wednesday, July 11th, 2018
Time: 6:00 pm
Venue: Wine & Roses Garden Ballroom, 2505 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA, 95242
Cost: $35 for the public; Free/Donation-based for TEP members
Description: Join The Eleanor Project for an inspiring and educational evening with industry leading women owners, operators, producers, and policy leaders of San Joaquin County’s wine and agribusinesses. There will be music, appetizers, and a silent auction. Learn more at theeleanorproject.com.
RSVP: Text Eleanor to 30306 or click HERE.

NETWORKING: FRESNO STATE ALUMNI EVENT
2018-07-11 08:00 - 2018-07-12 17:00
Date: Wednesday, July 11th, 2018 – Thursday, July 12th, 2018
Venue: Santa Rosa Junior College’s Shone Farm, Forestville, CA (July 11th) and Brasswood Estates, Saint Helena, CA (July 1212)
Cost: Varies based on event – prices go up after July 3rd so register early!
Description:Fresno State viticulture and enology alumni are invited to a tour, social, and dinner at Santa Rosa Junior College’s Shone Farm on July 11 in Forestville, California. On July 12 enjoy lunch and a wine tasting at Brasswood Estates in Saint Helena, California with winemaker, proprietor and Fresno State alumna Stacia Dowdell. Advance purchased required and seating is limited for both events.
RSVP: Registration information is available HERE or by calling 559.278.4266. This event is not affiliated with the Lodi Winegrape Commission but offers a great networking opportunity for Lodi growers who are also Fresno State alumni.

UC DAVIS: DIAGNOSING HERBICIDE SYMPTOMS 2018
2018-07-10 13:00 - 2018-07-11 16:25 | Bowley Plant Science Technology Center, 1 Shields Avenue, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Date: Tuesday, July 10th, 2018 – Wednesday, July 11th, 2018
Time: Tuesday, July 10th: 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Wednesday, July 11th: 8:00 am – 4:25 pm
Venue: Bowley Plant Science Teaching Center, 1 Shields Ave, Davis, CA 95616
Cost: $495 if received by June 26th, 2018
$525 if received after June 26th, 2018
Credits: 8.0 (DPR CE – OTHER) approved; 7.0 IPM, 1.0 PD (Certified Crop Adviser)
Description: The Diagnosing Herbicide Symptoms 2018 course is an intensive 1.5-day course focusing on how an herbicide injury situation can arise, what types of information can help diagnose herbicide problems during field investigations, and what tools are available to you. The course provides a rare opportunity for professionals to efficiently update their understanding of herbicide symptoms and injuries and interact with experts in this field. The Diagnosing Herbicide Symptoms course is designed for pest control advisers, sales representatives for chemical companies, field investigators, and insurance adjusters. Please click here for further information. The agenda can be found here. **Please note that this meeting is not viticulture specific.**
RSVP: To pay by credit card, you can register online here. To pay by check, please fill out this form and mail the form and check to:
UC Weed Research & Information Center
Dept. of Plant Sciences, MS 4
One Shields Avenue
Davis, Ca 95616

LODI WINE COUNTRY COMMITTEE MEETING
2018-07-02 09:00 - 22:30
Lodi Wine Country Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent & Posted June 22, 2018
The Lodi Winegrape Commission’s Lodi Wine Country Committee will meet:
Date: Monday, July 2, 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 May 7, 2018 minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
Wine Trail Map Update
2018 Scheduled Winery Road Shows

Aspen Food & Wine Classic (June 15-17)
Heavenly Village Wine Walk (August 23)
Nashville Food & Wine Festival (Sept 14-16)
San Diego Food & Wine Festival/Somm Con (Nov 16-17)

PR Plan with Calhoun
2017-18 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.

REC COMM. MEETING
2018-06-29 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 June 15th, 2018
Date: Friday, June 29th, 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 May 11th, 2018 minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Grower education programs:

Ideas for future outreach meetings
Lodi Vineyard & Winery Economics Symposium review

Grower communications:

lodirgrowers.com website update

Winegrape research in Crush District 11:

Potential district-wide project hypotheses brainstorming session
Funding opportunities
Research project and focus group updates

Farm Advisor position

UC Extension update

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)
FY2017-18 Budget review to date
FY2018-2019 Budget
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 VINEYARD & WINE ECONOMICS SYMPOSIUM
2018-06-28 | Ballroom, Wine & Roses Hotel
LODI VINEYARD AND WINE ECONOMICS SYMPOSIUM
June 28, 2018 – Wines and Roses Conference Center – Lodi, California
8:00 – 8:30 a.m. REGISTRATION AND COFFEE
8:30 – 8:40 a.m. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS
Stuart Spencer, executive director, Lodi Winegrape Commission
8:40 – 9:15 a.m. THE ECONOMIC TRENDS DRIVING CHANGE IN THE LODI AG REGION
Brad Alderson, wine and winery consultant
The third annual Lodi Vineyard and Wine Economics Symposium will open with a presentation of the results of the 2018 Survey of Vineyard Economics Issues and Trends in Lodi and surrounding regions, presented by wine industry veteran and advisor Brad Alderson.
9:15 – 10:00 a.m. HOW WINES FROM LODI AND SURROUNDING REGIONS THRIVE IN THE BROAD MARKET
Brian Lechner, Nielsen Research
In the U.S., wine sales continue to grow, but the landscape is increasingly diverse in terms of consumers, segments and performance of wines from various regions. This session will uncover key regional and consumer trends to show what’s winning with consumers so you can keep abreast and stay ahead of the market.
10:00 – 10:30 a.m. NETWORKING BREAK
10:30 – 11:15 A.M. IMPORTANCE OF LODI WINES IN THE RETAIL CHANNEL AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH
Curtis Mann, Director of alcohol and beverages, Raley’s Family of Fines Stores
Wine retail visionary Curtis Mann worked in multiple levels of the wine business, learning to understand the consumer before joining Raley’s grocery stores. Mann converted the wine departments of dozens of stores from basic grocery-store aisle experiences to an intimate wine shop feel. Find out what makes a lesser-known region, or rare varietal, attractive to the retailer and wine consumer. For Lodi, the Delta and surrounding regions, there may be interesting opportunities for retail expansion and growth. Under Mann’s direction Raley’s was awarded a coveted Wine Star award for “Retailer of the Year” from Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
11:15 – 12:30 p.m. PREMIUMIZATION PROS: TIPS ON BUILDING HIGH-END, LOCAL BRANDS
Stacie Jacob, Solterra Strategies – MODERATOR
Lexi Boeger, Boeger Winery, El Dorado Hills Winery Association
Joan Kautz, global sales and marketing, Kautz Family Vineyards
Morgan Twain Peterson, owner and winemaker, Bedrock Wine Co.
Sue Tipton , Acquiesce Winery
Lodi, the Delta and the Sierra Foothills have become wine regions on a fast rise. The challenge and opportunity for this trio of related regions is based on past perceptions, as well as increasing possibilities for the future. This discussion will include the tactics that worked to build brands in other rising regions, such as Paso Robles, as well as stories from wineries using locally-grown grapes that have made the leap to the ultra-premium level.
12:30 – 1:45 p.m. LUNCH
1:45 – 2:30 p.m. THE BACKBONE OF CALIFORNIA WINE: LODI-DELTA GRAPE AND BULK WINE
Erica Moyer, Turrentine Brokerage
Marc Cuneo, Turrentine Brokerage
The Lodi-Delta region is referred to as the backbone of “California Appellation Wine.” Turrentine Brokerage will describe how the Lodi-Delta region fits in to the California wine business and describe, in detail, the current grape market compared to other regions within California, while further describing what “it” is that draws buyers to the Lodi-Delta region. “Hot,” and not-so-hot (for now), grape varieties will also be examined. Finally, how does Turrentine Brokerage use the Lodi and Delta brand, and how is the brand for grapes and bulk wine perceived in the market place?
2:30 – 3:45 p.m. HOW WINE GRAPE GROWER THRIVE RATHER THAN SIMPLY SURVIVE, THROUGH EFFECTIVE GRAPE MARKETING
Jeff Bitter, incoming President, Allied Grape Growers
Stephanie Bolton, PhD, Grower Communications and Sustainable Winegrowing Director, Lodi Winegrape Commission
Rodney Schatz, Peltier Winery
How do grape growers not only survive, but thrive? It could be argued that winegrapes from the Lodi region are the highest-quality grapes grown in the entire San Joaquin Valley—but though the quality is high, as evidenced by the North Coast wineries eager for this fruit, the price points for Lodi and surrounding regions fall short of other AVAs throughout the state. As costs associated with farming rise, what can growers do to market their vineyards and position grapes at a higher value, to command a premium price?
3:45 – 4:45 p.m. WINE TASTING AND NETWORKING MIXER

LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION BOARD MEETING
2018-06-27 13:00 - 15:00
Lodi Winegrape Commission
Board Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted June 15, 2018
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Wednesday, June 27, 2018
Time: 1:00 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 May 17, 2018 Minutes

Action Item

Financial Report, April 2018

Action Item

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

Board Election Results
Appointment of Nominating Committee

Consideration of FY 2018-19 Budget

Action Item

Consideration of FY 2018-19 Assessment Rate

Action Item

Future Lodi Winegrape Commission Direction

Organizational Restructuring
Strategic Plan

Reports of Committees

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

Executive Director’s Report
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, 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.

GROWER MARKETING COMMITTEE
2018-06-26 12:00 - 14:00
Grower Marketing Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted June 15, 2018
The Grower Marketing Committee of the Lodi Winegrape Commission will meet:
Date: Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Time: 12:00 P.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
Public Relations Plan

2018-19 Scope of PR Activities

Grape Marketing

Task Force
Zinfandel Event (ZAP) – November 14

2017-18 Year-to-date Budget Review
2018-19 Budget Request
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.

EXECUTIVE, BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEES
2018-06-11 14:00 - 16:00
Executive, Budget & Finance Committees
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted June 1, 2018
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Monday, June 11, 2018
Time: 2:00 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 Minutes from Executive Committee Meeting, 5-17-18
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Lodi Winegrape Commission Strategic Plan

Action item

Selection of Strategic Plan Agency

2018/2019 Budget

2018/2019 Income Projection
Committee Budget Requests
Action item

2018/2019 Budget

Organizational Restructuring
LWC Bylaws – Draft Changes Discussion
CDFA Winery Audits

Update

LWC Board Election Status as of 6/10/15
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.

PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2018-06-05 07:30 - 09:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
LWC: CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
Date: Tuesday, June 5th, 2018 (always on the first Tuesday morning of each month; NO MEETING IN JULY)
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) applied for
Discussion Leader: Larry Whitted, Independent PCA
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 RULES COMM. MEETING
2018-06-04 12:00 - 14:00, 2018-03-05 12:00 - 14:00, 2018-01-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
Agenda TBD

REC COMM. MEETING
2018-05-11 12:00 - 14:00, 2018-03-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States

PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2018-05-01 07:30 - 22:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
LWC: CD11 LODI PCA NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING & MEALYBUG TRAP WORKSHOP.
Date: Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 (always on the first Tuesday morning of each month)
Time: 7:30 – 9:00 am (Network Meeting); 9:15 – 10:15 am (Mealybug Trap Workshop)
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with an RSVP
Credits: 2.5 (DPR – CE OTHER) applied for
Discussion Leader: Paul Precissi, Precissi Ag Services
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, we are happy to invite Sara Goldman from Suterra to teach us how to identify male mealybugs from the delta scouting traps. Free traps were passed out at the April 4th Mealybug & Virus Meeting and this is a chance to bring your trap back and learn how to ID the male mealybugs under the microscope. Even if you don’t have a trap, you are welcome to join and learn!
RSVP: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.

LODI RULES COMM. MEETING
2018-04-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States

REC COMM. MEETING
2018-04-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States

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
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.
