Lodi Growers

RESEARCH, EDUCATION, & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-10-22 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
RESEARCH, EDUCATION, & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
RESEARCH, EDUCATION, & COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE
NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted October 9, 2019
Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1) Call to order
2) Roll call and establishment of quorum
3) Consideration of the May 21st, 2019 meeting minutes
4) Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5) Grower education programs:
– Review of recent meetings
– Ideas for future outreach meetings
6) Grower communications
7) Winegrape research in Crush District 11:
– Research projects and focus group updates
– Potential district-wide projects
– Sudden (Mystery) Vine Collapse
8) Weather Network services
9) Demonstration Vineyard
10) Farm Advisor position
– UC Extension update
11) FY 2019-20 Budget review to date
12) Reports from other LWC Committees
13) Public Comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
14) Items for future agendas
15) Confirm future meeting dates
16) Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Research and Education Committee Chairman Larry Whitted (209.327.6472) or Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

LODI RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-10-28 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & posted on October 18, 2019
Date: Monday, October 28, 2019
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1) Call to order
2) Roll call and establishment of quorum
3) Consideration of the September 16, 2019 meeting minutes
4) Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5) Program updates:
– Marketing & promotions
– Program improvements
– Winery communications
– Protected Harvest and SureHarvest news
– Pesticide Risk Model for 2020 certification year & beyond
6) FY2019-2020 Budget review to date
7) Reports from other LWC Committees
8) Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
9) Items for future agendas
10) Confirm future meeting dates
11) Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Research and Education Committee Chairman Larry Whitted (209.327.6472) or Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
2019-11-04 09:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted October 22, 2019
Date: Monday, November 4, 2019
Time: 9:00am
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 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) Consideration of October 7, 2019 minutes
4) Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5) Brand Lodi – New Campaign
6) 2018/2019 Scheduled Winery Road Shows
– San Diego Bay Food & Wine Festival (November 16, 2019)
– Rancho Mirage (February 28 & 29, 2020)
– NY Wine Events – Dates Vary – Consideration
– Northwest Food & wine Festival (November 2020) – Consideration
7) Hospitality Certificate
8) Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2020
9) Stockton Heat Opportunity (February 29, 2020)
10) FY 2019-20 Budget Review to Date
11) Report from other LWC Committees
12) Public Comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
13) Agenda items for future agendas
14) Set next meeting date
15) Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Lodi Wine Country Committee Chairman, Steve Felton (209.810.5258) or Stuart Spencer (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2019-11-05 08:00 - 09:30 | Barrel Room – Lodi Grape Festival, 431 E. Lockeford St, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, November 5th, 2019
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Special Guest: Jessa Kay Cruz, Xerces Society
Topic: Beneficial Insects in Vineyards
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with RSVP
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) approved
Who Should Attend: Local Pest Control Advisers (PCAs), GROWERS who manage their own pest control (PRIVATE APPLICATORS) or who have pest control questions, anyone looking for viticulture DPR CE credits, viticulture TECHNICAL ADVISORS in Lodi, and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. The goal is to create a strong local network for communicating best IPM strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Please RSVP to the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

GROWER MARKETING COMM. MEETING
2019-11-08 12:00 - 14:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Grower Marketing Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Posted October 28, 2019
Sent October 28, 2019
The Grower Marketing Committee of the Lodi Winegrape Commission will meet:
Date: Friday, November 8, 2019
Time: 12:00 P.M.
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA, 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Review August 14 meeting minutes
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
5. Commission & Consumer Brand Identity
– Creative Execution Updates
– Launch
6. Marketing Plan
– Grape Marketing
7. Public Relations Plan
– PR Activities
8. 2019-20 Year-to-date Budget Review
9. Reports from Other Committees
10. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda
11. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
12. Set Next Meeting Date
13. 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.

VINEYARD TEAM: SUSTAINABLE AG EXPO
2019-11-11 08:00 - 2019-11-13 17:00 | Madonna Inn Expo Center, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Date: Monday, November 11th – Wednesday, November 13th 2019
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Wednesday
Venue: Madonna Inn Expo Center, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Cost: Registration includes access to all sessions, entrance to Exhibit Hall, continuing education credits, daily lunch & refreshments, Monday’s Exhibitors’ Showcase & Reception
3 Day Pass (Member) Until November 7th: $425, Onsite: $600
3 Day Pass (Non Member) Until November 7th: $495, Onsite: $600
1 Day Pass (Member) Until November 7th: $175, Onsite: $215
1 Day Pass (Non Member) Until November 7th: $200, Onsite: $215
Who Should Attend: Growers | Pest Control Advisors | Educators | Ag Companies
Credits: 15+ DPR and CCA continuing education credits of ag professionals and PCA’s to be applied for.
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.
The conference welcomes an international program featuring thought leaders, researchers, and practitioners to address challenges, opportunities, and emerging issues facing the agricultural industry. With confirmed speakers from Italy, South Africa, France, Canada, and US, this year’s event expands the learning to include international perspectives and solutions.
The program is dynamic and evolving. Please stay tuned for detailed session and speaker information.
Speakers:

Charles Benbrook, Ph.D., Visiting Professor, University of Newcastle, and Benbrook Consulting Services
Stephanie Bolton, PhD. Grower Research & Education Director, Lodi Winegrape Commission
Dr Michael Costello, Professor, Dept. of Wine and Viticulture, Cal Poly SLO
Kent Daane, Ph.D. CE Specialist, UCANR, US
Shunping Ding, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Wine and Viticulture and Horticulture and Crop Science, Cal Poly
Carlo Duso, Ph.D., Professor, Dept. of Environmental Agronomy and Crop Science, University of Padua, Italy
Julian Gervreau, Vice President, Sustainability, Jackson Family Wines, US
Dr Michelle Moyer, Associate Professor and Statewide Viticulture Extension Specialist, Washington State University
Gerhard Pietersen, Ph.D., Professor, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Karen Ross (Invited), Secretary of Agriculture, California Dept. of Food and Agriculture, US
Jose Ramon Urbez Torres, Research Scientist, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada
Dr Roger Spencer, Program Coordinator Pierce’s Disease Control Program
Scott Steinmaus, Ph.D., Dept. Head, Horticulture and Crop Science Dept. Cal Poly SLO
Sabine Wiedemann-Merdinoglu, Institut National de Recherches Agronomique (INRA), France

Please register on the event website.

NGRA & ARS: SENSOR TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP
2019-11-13 08:30 - 19:00 | Embassy Suites, 100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
Date: Wednesday, November 13th, 2019
Time: 7:30 am Registration and Coffee, 8:15 am Sessions begin, 5:30 pm Reception
Venue: Embassy Suites, 100 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA 95814
Cost: $150 for NGRA Board Members and $250 for industry guests. Tickets include lunch and reception.
Description: The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and the National Grape Research Alliance (NGRA) are partnering to produce the NGRA-ARS Sensor Technology Workshop to be held this fall in Sacramento, CA. Join principals from the wine, juice, table grape and raisin sectors to hear from scientists about the sensor technologies that support grape-growing today (including the strengths and shortcomings of these offerings), what’s in the research pipeline and what advances are on the horizon. In this dynamic event, the scientists will gain valuable insight about sensor technologies, too, from a panel of early-adopters, from industry attendees and from fellow researchers, as well. Be a part of the exploration!
Check out the packed agenda here!
Please Register for the event here.

LWC BOARD MEETING
2019-11-14 13:00 | Deodar Room – Wine & Roses, 2505 W. Turner Road, Lodi, CA, 95242, United States
LODI WINEGRAPE COMMISSION
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted November 1, 2019
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2019
Time: 1:00pm
Place: Deodar Room, Wine & Roses, 2505 W. Turner Road, Lodi CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1) Call to order
2) Roll call and establishment of quorum
3) Review and Approval of the July 18, 2019 Minutes
– Action Item
4) Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 minutes maximum per person)
5) Financial Report
– Consideration of Final Annual Audits
– Action Item
6) Chairman’s Report
7) Executive Director’s Report
8) Lodi Winegrape Commission Direction
– Organizational Restructuring
– Committee Assignments
– Transparency
– Annual Meeting
9) Reports of Committees
– Executive Committee
– Grower Marketing
– LODI RULES
– Research/Education/Communication
10) Reports of Other Organizations
– California Wine Education Foundation
– San Joaquin County Farm Bureau
– Lodi District Grape Growers Assocation
– Lodi Grape Festival
– California Association Of Winegrape Growers
11) Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 minutes maximum per person)
12) Agenda items for future meetings
13) Set next meeting date
14) Adjourn

All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Kendra Altnow (209-403-8500) 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.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2019-12-03 08:00 - 21:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with RSVP
Special Guest: Dr. Houston Wilson, UC – Kearney Ag Center
Special Topic: Grapevine Red Blotch Virus
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) approved
Who Should Attend: Local Pest Control Advisers (PCAs), GROWERS who manage their own pest control (PRIVATE APPLICATORS) or who have pest control questions, anyone looking for viticulture DPR CE credits, viticulture TECHNICAL ADVISORS in Lodi, and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. The goal is to create a strong local network for communicating best IPM strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Please RSVP to the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

A VITICULTURE SEMINAR HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF DAVID SMART: FROM ROOT BIOLOGY TO CARBON SEQUESTRATION
2019-12-03 09:00 - 16:00 | UC Davis Activities and Recreation Center, 760 Orchard Rd., Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Date: Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Venue: UC Davis Activities and Recreation Center Ballroom, 760 Orchard Road, Davis, CA 95616
Cost: $225
Description: On December 3, 2019, we will host a seminar focused on current research being undertaken by former students and collaborators of Professor David Smart, in the areas of plant nutrition, root biology, carbon sequestration, and sustainable vineyard management. Please join us for what is shaping up to be a very interesting program. Confirmed speakers include: Arnold Bloom, Patrick Brown, Michael Wolff, Joshua Viers, Bruce Bugbee, David Eissenstat, Maria del Mar Alsina Martí, and Christine Stockert.
To register and for more information: Please click HERE.

LDGGA: TODAY’S AG ECONOMY, FINANCIAL BASICS, & HOW TO MITIGATE RISK
2019-12-05 08:30 - 10:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Thursday, December 5th, 2019
Time: 8:30am – Registration; 9:00am – Meeting
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presented & Sponsored by American AgCredit

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-12-05 09:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted November 25, 2019
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Thursday, December 5, 2019
Time: 9:00am
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 Minutes from Executive Committee Meeting, 6-06-19
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Lodi Winegrape Commission Annual Meeting
LWC Human Resources
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 Kendra Altnow (403-8500) 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.

FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-12-11 12:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
FINANCE COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted November 27, 2019
The Finance Committee will meet on:
Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Time: 12:00pm
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 October 9, 2019 meeting minutes
Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
September & October 2019 Financial Report
2019 Year-to-Date Budget Review
CWEF/LWC Financial Review
Agenda Items for Future Meetings
Set Date for Next Meeting
Public Comment on any items not listed on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
Adjourn

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

LODI RULES COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-12-16 12:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted December 5, 2019
Date: Monday, December 16, 2019
Time: 12:00pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:

Call to order
Roll call and establishment of quorum
Consideration of the October 28, 2019 meeting minutes
Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Program updates:

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

FY2019-2020 Budget review to date
Reports from other LWC Committees
Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
Items for future agendas
Confirm future meeting dates
Adjourn

Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Aaron Shinn (209.747.9595) or Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

GROWER MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2019-12-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission
Grower Marketing Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Posted & Sent December 6, 2019
The Grower Marketing Committee of the Lodi Winegrape Commission will meet:
Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Time: 9:00 A.M.
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, CA, 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Review November 8 meeting minutes
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda
5. Commission & Consumer Brand Identity
· Creative Execution Updates
· Launch
6. Marketing Plan
7. Public Relations Plan
· PR Activities
8. 2019-20 Year-to-date Budget Review
9. Reports from Other Committees
10. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda
11. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
12. Set Next Meeting Date
13. 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.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2019-12-18 08:00 - 09:30 | Jackson Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds
Date: Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Jackson Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with RSVP
Special Guest: TBD
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) applied for
Who Should Attend: Local Pest Control Advisers (PCAs), GROWERS who manage their own pest control (PRIVATE APPLICATORS) or who have pest control questions, anyone looking for viticulture DPR CE credits, viticulture TECHNICAL ADVISORS in Lodi, and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. The goal is to create a strong local network for communicating best IPM strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Please RSVP to the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE MEETING
2020-01-06 09:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
WINERY MARKETING COMMITTEE
NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent & Posted December 23, 2019
Date: Monday, January 6, 2020
Time: 9:00am
Place: LWC Conference Room, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for this meeting is as follows:
1) Call to order
2) Roll call and establishment of quorum
3) Consideration of October 7, 2019 minutes
4) Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
5) Brand Lodi – New Campaign
6) 2018/2019 Scheduled Winery Road Shows
– Rancho Mirage (February 28 & 29, 2020)
– Minnesota Food & Wine Experience (March 7 & 8, 2020)
– Breckenridge Wine Classic (September 17-19, 2020)
– Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival (October 2 & 3, 2020)
– Northwest Food & Wine Festival (November 2020)
– San Diego Bay Food & Wine Festival (November 13 & 14, 2020)
7) Lodi Wine & Chocolate 2020
8) Stockton Heat Opportunity (February 29, 2020)
9) FY 2019-20 Budget Review to Date
10) Report from other LWC Committees
11) Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (2 min limit per person)
12) Agenda Items for Future Meetings
13) Set Next Meeting Date
14) Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Lodi Wine Country Committee Chairman, Steve Felton (209.810.5258) or Stuart Spencer (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2020-01-07 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, January 7th, 2020
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with RSVP
Special Guest: Paul Verdegaal (UC Farm Advisor Emeritus)
Special Topic: A Look at the Year Ahead
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) applied for
Who Should Attend: Local Pest Control Advisers (PCAs), GROWERS who manage their own pest control (PRIVATE APPLICATORS) or who have pest control questions, anyone looking for viticulture DPR CE credits, viticulture TECHNICAL ADVISORS in Lodi, and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. The goal is to create a strong local network for communicating best IPM strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Please RSVP to the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

REC COMMITTEE MEETING
2020-01-07 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 December 19, 2019
Date: Tuesday, January 7, 2020
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission, 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) Consideration of the May 21st, 2019 meeting minutes
4) Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5) Grower education programs:
– Review of recent meetings
– Ideas for future outreach meetings
6) Grower communications
7) Winegrape research in Crush District 11:
– Research projects and focus group updates
– Potential district-wide projects
– Sudden (Mystery) Vine Collapse
8) Weather Network services
9) Demonstration Vineyard
10) Farm Advisor position
– UC Extension update
11) FY 2019-20 Budget review to date
12) Reports from other LWC Committees
13) Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
14) Items for future agendas
15) Confirm future meeting dates
16) Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the above items. Questions regarding the meeting can be directed to Research and Education Committee Chairman Larry Whitted (209.327.6472) or Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
2020-01-08 09:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Finance Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent & Posted December 29, 2019
The Finance Committee will meet on:
Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2020
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:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Consideration of October 9, 2019 meeting minutes.
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
5. September, October, November 2019 Financial Report
6. 2019-20 Year-to-Date Budget Review
7. CWEF/LWC Financial Review
8. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
9. Set Date for Next Meeting
10. Public Comment on any items not listed on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
11. Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Galen Schmiedt (209-329-8448) or Stuart Spencer (367-4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact Stuart Spencer, Executive Director, stuart@lodiwine.com at least five days prior to the meeting. This notice and agenda is available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com.

LDGGA: EMPLOYMENT LAW UPDATE
2020-01-14 08:30 - 10:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, January 14th, 2019
Time: 8:30 – 10:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Presented by Stacy Henderson, Attorney at Law

LODI RULES YEAR END RECAP EVENT
2020-01-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi
LODI RULES Year End Recap Event

Date: Thursday, January 16th, 2020
Time: 11am – 2pm (lunch provided)
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, lunch provided with RSVP
Special Guests: Kent Reeves & Steve Matthiasson
Credits: 3 hrs CCA – CE (sustainability, soil & water, prof. development)
Description: The LODI RULES Community – growers, vintners, supporters, & leaders – gathers annually to discuss the previous certification year and to highlight important opportunities ahead.
This year we are happy to host two incredible guest speakers with strong ties to LODI RULES: Kent Reeves and Steve Matthiasson. Kent Reeves, whom you may know from our Sustainable Vision Workshops, is joining us to discuss regenerative agriculture, soil health, and what he’s learned from being part of the successful Rancher-to-Rancher program. Steve Matthiasson, one of the original authors of the Lodi Winegrower’s Workbook, will share sustainability success stories from the vineyard to the marketplace.
We’ll also give away copies of the Xerces Society book Farming with Native Beneficial Insects and Dr. Stephanie Bolton will talk about how to use beneficial insects as a tool to engage agritourists and the next generation.
Interested in joining LODI RULES? This is a great event to help you decide before applications are due to Protected Harvest on February 14th, 2020.
RSVP by Jan. 15th: Contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission by phone 209.367.4727 or email lwwc@lodiwine.com.

**If you are a Vineyard Management Company, please spread the invitation to the growers whose farms you manage. Feel free to invite your investors or others who may be interested to the event. Need a hotel? Click HERE for hotel options.**

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
2020-01-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
Executive Committee
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Notice Sent & Posted January 10, 2020
The Executive Committee will meet on:
Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Time: 9:00AM
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 Committee Meeting, 12-05-19
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
5. Lodi Winegrape Commission Annual Meeting
6. LWC Human Resources
7. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
8. Set Date for Next Meeting
9. Public Comment on any items not listed on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
10. Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Kendra Altnow (403-8500) 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 are available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com.

LWC ANNUAL MEETING
2020-01-23 | Hutchins Street Square, 125 South Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Lodi Winegrape Commission Annual Meeting
Date: Thursday, January 23rd, 2020
Time: 4:00 – 6:30pm
Venue: Kirst Hall, 125 S Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Description: We will be sharing highlights from 2019 activities as well as strategic objectives and initiatives for 2020. We will also be unveiling exciting and refreshed regional branding. Following the meeting, we will enjoy a selection of Lodi wines and light appetizers.
RSVP: By January 17th to gabrielle@lodiwine.com or 209.367.4727

MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted on January 10, 2020
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, January 23, 2020
Time: 4pm
Place: Kirst Hall, Hutchins Street Square, 125 South Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA 95240
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
4. Annual meeting presentation
5. Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 minute limit per person)
6. Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Kendra Altnow (209.403.8500) or Executive Director Stuart Spencer (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. Notices and agendas for upcoming Commission meetings are available on the internet at www.lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

UNIFIED WINE & GRAPE SYMPOSIUM
2020-02-04 - 2020-02-06 | Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95815, United States
Date: Tuesday, February 4th – Thursday, February 6th, 2020
Venue: Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95815 (Temporary Move to Cal Expo for 2020)
Description: The Unified Wine & Grape Symposium program features sessions and a two-day trade show. Since the American Society for Enology and Viticulture (ASEV) and the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) joined forces to create the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium in 1995, it has become the largest wine and grape conference in the nation. And while we’re proud of the size of the Unified Symposium, it is our established reputation for providing outstanding, current and breaking news, as well as information and content that we find most rewarding. As one of the industry’s premier gatherings, the Unified Symposium presents a vital platform to focus on the issues shaping today, while interfacing the topics and trends shaping the future of grapegrowing and winemaking.
By combining a trade show with a broad spectrum of sessions, the Unified Symposium provides attendees direct access to all the latest information. The Unified Symposium also provides an excellent forum for active networking between registrants and suppliers. Winemakers and grapegrowers not only have a chance to renew and make new friendships, but to actively discuss and debate information and ideas that directly influence their work and success.
The Unified Wine & Grape Symposium trade show is home to over 650 suppliers to the wine and grape industry. With nearly 14,000 industry professionals attending and 730 booths, the Symposium is the largest wine & grape industry conference and trade show of its kind in North America.
Registration: Please click HERE.

CD11 LODI IPM NETWORK BREAKFAST MEETING
2020-02-04 08:00 - 09:30 | Burgundy Hall – Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, February 4th, 2020
Time: 8:00 – 9:30am
Venue: Burgundy Hall, Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Cost: FREE, breakfast provided with RSVP
Special Guests: Dr. Kerri Steenwerth (Soil Scientist, USDA) and Dr. Kate Scow (Soil Scientist, UC Davis)
Special Topic: Tips for Fallowing & Crop Rotation – SOIL
Credits: 1.5 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) approved
Who Should Attend: Local Pest Control Advisers (PCAs), GROWERS who manage their own pest control (PRIVATE APPLICATORS) or who have pest control questions, anyone looking for viticulture DPR CE credits, viticulture TECHNICAL ADVISORS in Lodi, and winemakers/grower relations personnel interested in learning about vineyard pest management.
Description: Our group meets monthly to discuss current vineyard pests and their management. The goal is to create a strong local network for communicating best IPM strategies and for support with solving viticultural anomalies.
RSVP: Please RSVP to the Lodi Winegrape Commission: 209.367.4727 or lwwc@lodiwine.com.

AIRBLAST SPRAYER CALIBRATION TRAINING
2020-02-20 07:30 - 15:45 | Kautz Farms, 5920 Live Oak Road, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Spray Application Pest Management Alliance: AIRBLAST SPRAYER CALIBRATION TRAINING.
Date: Thursday, February 20th, 2020
Time: 7:30am – 3:45pm
Venue: Kautz Farms, 5920 Live Oak Road, Lodi, CA 95240
Credits: 6 hrs DPR – CE (OTHER) and 0.5 hrs DPR – CE (LAWS) will be applied for
Who Should Attend: This course is for those who are directly involved with spray application operations, those who supervise applications, spray decision makers, vineyard managers, grower/owners and PCAs. The course will be taught in English and Spanish.
Description: Poorly calibrated sprayers create many problems in the vineyard. To combat this common issue, Lynn Wunderlich, UCCE Farm Advisor in the Foothills, has assembled a remarkable team who has created a comprehensive training experience over the past year with support from DPR. Attendees will experience an outdoor, hands-on training course covering airblast sprayer calibration and drift control techniques for applications in vineyards. Attendees will be asked to actively participate in all exercises.
Pressure Gauge Testing Available! If you want your sprayer gauge tested against a certified accurate gauge, remove your gauge and label it (name and phone number on a piece of masking tape stuck to the back), then drop it off at Kautz Farms anytime before 2pm on February 19th – the day before the actual training. Your gauge will be returned at the end of class on the 20th with the accuracy information kept confidential.
To register: Please click HERE.

LODI RULES Committee Meeting
2020-02-24 12:00 - 14:30 | Lodi Winegrape Commission, 2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, 95242, United States
LODI RULES COMMITTEE
MEETING NOTICE & AGENDA
Sent and posted on February 10, 2020
Date: Monday, February 24, 2020
Time: 12pm
Place: Lodi Winegrape Commission
2545 West Turner Road, Lodi, CA 95242
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
1. Call to order
2. Roll call and establishment of quorum
3. Consideration of the December 16, 2019 meeting minutes
4. Public comment on items appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
5. Program updates:
• Marketing & promotions
• Program improvements
• Winery communications
• Protected Harvest and SureHarvest news
• Pesticide Risk Model for 2020 certification year & beyond
6. FY2019-2020 Budget review to date
7. Reports from other LWC Committees
8. Public comment on items not appearing on the agenda (2 min limit per person)
9. Items for future agendas
10. Confirm future meeting dates
11. Adjourn
Action may be taken on any of the items listed above. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Aaron Shinn (209.747.9595) or Dr. Stephanie Bolton (209.367.4727). Persons with disabilities needing special accommodation should contact the Lodi Winegrape Commission (209.367.4727) at least five days prior to the meeting. Notices and agendas for upcoming Commission meetings are available on the internet at lodigrowers.com in the Calendar.

LODI GRAPE DAY
2020-02-25 | Hutchins Street Square, 125 South Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Date: Tuesday, February 25th, 2020
Venue: 125 S Hutchins Street, Lodi, CA 95240
Description: Grape Day originated in 1952 and was created by a Lodi Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness Chairman, Calvin Mettler, and a U.C. Davis Extension agent to provide the latest information and thinking around grape culture to harvest. For additional information, please click HERE.
Credits: 3 hrs DPR CE – (OTHER) and 4.5 hrs CCA – CE (integrated pest management, soil & water, prof. development) approved

LWC Board Meeting
2020-02-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Lodi Chamber of Commerce, 35 S School St., Lodi, CA, 95240, United States
Lodi Winegrape Commission
Meeting Notice and Agenda
Sent and Posted February 14, 2020
The Lodi Winegrape Commission will hold a public meeting as follows:
Date: Thursday, February 27, 2020
Time: 1:00 P.M.
Place: Conference Room, Lodi Chamber of Commerce, 35 S School St, Lodi, CA 95240
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 November 14, 2019 and January 23, 2020 Minutes
• Action Item
4. Public Comment on Items Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
5. Financial Report
• Action Item
6. Chairman’s Report
7. Executive Director’s Report
8. Reports of Committees
• Executive Committee
• Grower Marketing
• LODI RULES
• Research/Education/Communication
• Winery Marketing
9. 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
10. Public Comment on Items Not Appearing on the Agenda (two minutes maximum per person)
11. Agenda Items for Future Meetings
12. Set Next Meeting Date
13. Adjourn
All agenda items are subject to discussion and possible action. All interested parties are invited to attend the meeting. Questions regarding the meeting should be directed to Chairman Kendra Altnow (209-403-8500) 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.
