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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…

From WSU – Compost Research Researchers at WSU are conducting a study of farmer motivations, challenges, and decision-making around 1) compost use and 2) participation in government incentive programs for the application of carbon-rich amendments like compost and biochar. We are actively seeking farmers who are willing to participate in an interview on these topics! You do…

From Washington Wine Industry Foundation – Scholarships The Washington Wine Industry Foundation’s 2026 scholarship application is open! This includes the Walter Clore Scholarship started by the Winegrowers Association.  All the information needed to apply can be found HERE. Deadline is April 14.  Please pass this email along to anyone you may know that could benefit from…

From WSDA – Japanese Beetle Do you live or farm in Benton, Franklin, or Yakima counties? Keep up with the latest on WSDA’s quarantine and treatment areas for the invasive Japanese Beetle, a new pest of concern in Washington that feeds on over 300 host plants, including grapes.  Check out the WSDA Japanese Beetle webpage here.…