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July 2022
Washington Rootstock Field Day
Join us for our first Washington Rootstock Field Day! Hosted by Inland Desert Nursery and Washington State University Viticulture Extension, with support by Western SARE and Wilbur Ellis. Attendance will be limited to 50 people, to facilitate vineyard tours and discussion. Registration for this event is now closed. Agenda 8:45 AM - Check-in 9:00 AM - What is a Western SARE Producer Grant? (Kevin Judkins and Robert Cook, Inland Desert Nursery); and Why Rootstock Trials are Best Done Locally (Michelle…
Find out more »WAVE 2022
Washington Advancements in Viticulture and Enology The seminar will share results of recently completed research projects and sensory evaluation of the research wines made as part of the projects. Registration fee: $15 Registration closes 25 July 2022. For more information, visit: https://www.washingtonwine.org/wave/ SEMINAR TOPICS & SPEAKERS 1:00 pm • WELCOME -Melissa Hansen, Washington State Wine Commission Research Program Director, and Dr. Thomas Henick-Kling, Director of WSU Viticulture and Enology Program 1:15 pm • Evaluation of Freeze Impact on Cabernet Sauvignon…
Find out more »August 2022
Auction of Washington Wines Gala Online Auction
DETAILS The celebratory Gala week will kick off with an online auction! The Washington wine community gives generously to ensure there is something for everyone, from the wine curious to the experienced oenophile. The auction will feature unique wine packages, wine-themed items, and winery-hosted tours and experiences.
Find out more »WSGS / WSU Viticulture Field Day
We are delighted to announce the 2022 Washington State University / Washington State Grape Society Viticulture Field Day. This will be an in-person event. Event Details When: Thursday, August 11 Time: 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Where: WSU Prosser IAREC - Main Campus Vineyards. Please plan to carpool to reduce total traffic to research sites. Cost: $20 Registration is closed. This event has been approved for 2 WSDA pesticide recertification credits. Event Description This outdoor educational event will feature a…
Find out more »Auction of Washington Wines Picnic
DETAILS Join the Auction of Washington Wines’ largest wine and culinary event on the beautiful grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle. Whether you are an expert or wine curious, you’ll meet winemakers who will “roam and pour”, or you can choose from over 100 wines at the tasting bars. Challenge your pairing skills by indulging in Global BBQ, featuring Korean, Indian, Northwest, and of course Texas and Southern US-style bites, just to name a few. We have some incredibly talented chefs…
Find out more »Beneficial Insects and Drones – Field Demonstration
See Research in Action! Drone demo on Aug. 19 Washington’s wine grape growers and wineries are invited to see their research dollars at work during a demonstration of a drone release of beneficial predators for grape mealybug and spider mites. The demo will be held: Friday, August 19 9:00-10:00am Kiona Vineyards, Benton City. Meet at the Kiona Winery Tasting Room Parking Lot, 44612 N Sunset Rd, Benton City, WA 99320. It’s a short walk to the research trial location. The…
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