Posts by julie.grenfell
Help Shape the Future of Washington Agriculture
Help Shape the Future of Washington Agriculture The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) recently released its Phase 1 report, Washington Agriculture at a Crossroads, offering a statewide snapshot of the challenges and opportunities facing farms and ranches. Now they’re moving into Phase 2, and they’re asking for direct input from producers and workers across…
Read More2026 Sabbatical Applications Due June 30
2026 Sabbatical Applications Due June 30 Anyone working in the Washington wine industry with at least 5 years of experience is eligible for this $5,000 award from the Washington Wine Industry Foundation to travel to an established wine-producing region of the world and learn about an aspect of winegrape growing or winemaking. Recipients have the…
Read MoreViticulture and Enology Extension News Available
Viticulture and Enology Extension News Available The WSU Spring 2026 issue of VEEN is now available! Articles include a summary of summer activities for idled vineyards, vineyard recovery from prolonged drought stress, the new CropAI tool, berry surface temperature measuring, and an update from the Washington State Wine Commission’s Research Committee! Categories Around the Industry Events Grape Post Full Issue…
Read MoreThank You to the Sustainable WA Technical Committee
Thank You to the Sustainable WA Technical Committee Behind strong association programs are often groups of dedicated people willing to roll up their sleeves and do the hard work of making it better. For Sustainable WA, one of those groups is the Technical Committee. The Technical Committee is currently in the process of reviewing and updating the Sustainable WA Winegrape Standard for 2027. This is detailed, important work that…
Read MoreSustainable WA Kicks Off 2026 Registration with Informative EventÂ
Sustainable WA Kicks Off 2026 Registration with Informative Event The 2026 Sustainable WA registration season got off to a strong start with an interactive event that brought together 20 growers from across Washington for an afternoon of education, connection, and community. The event featured a lineup of presenters who covered everything growers need to know heading into…
Read MoreIndustry Stakeholders Weigh in on the Future of WineVit
Industry Stakeholders Weigh in on the Future of WineVit Industry leaders and partners across the wine and viticulture community are coming together with a shared purpose: to reimagine the future of WineVit, the annual Washington wine industry convention presented by the Washington Winegrowers Association. In a collaborative planning effort, stakeholders are aligning key priorities to ensure the event remains relevant, valuable,…
Read MoreIndustry Winegrowers Heads to DC
Industry Winegrowers Heads to DC The Washington Winegrowers Association, in partnership with the Washington Wine Institute, head to Washington DC in early May to represent the Washington wine industry to policymakers.  In preparation, Winegrowers coordinated a meeting of partners, including the Washington Department of Agriculture, Washington State University, Washington State Wine Commission, and Washington Wine Institute to clarify and amplify message points on issues of joint interest.  Staff then…
Read MoreThe Grape Post – March 2026
The Grape Post – March 2026 Articles or Sections with *asterisks* are FREE for everyone to enjoy. Renew your membership today to gain access to ALL content and more! Noteworthy Invitation to Visit Other Washington In early May, the Washington Winegrowers Association will join the national winery association, WineAmerica, for their Washington D.C. fly-in. Read…
Read MoreSustainable WA at Taste of Washington
Sustainable WA at Taste of Washington This month, the Sustainable WA team had the pleasure of attending Taste Washington in Seattle to promote the program. Â With over 200 Washington wineries and 75 acclaimed restaurants under one roof, it was the perfect setting to connect with both wineries carrying Sustainable WA certified wine and the consumers…
Read MoreSilicon Valley Bank – 2026 SVB Direct-to-Consumer Wine Industry Survey
Silicon Valley Bank – 2026 SVB Direct-to-Consumer Wine Industry Survey There is still time to participate in the 2026 SVB Direct-to-Consumer Wine Industry Survey. Survey answers are strictly confidential and all individual personal information will be removed from the results. Each response is critical in ensuring statistical relevance throughout the United States. SVB is excited…
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