Consistent increases in wildfire events and their impact on the grape and wine industries are driving the need for better understanding of smoke taint chemistry. Knowing the difference between free and bound volatile compounds, becoming aware of baseline smoke taint tests, and learning and how smoke may—or may not—affect resulting wine quality are all key […]

Growing Forward is a ½-day, online conference focused on preparing Grapegrowers for the year ahead. The conference will kick off with a session highlighting key takeaways from the 2020 California Crush report and consider potential implications for the 2021 bulk and grape market. Following, we’ll discuss Regenerative Farming: what makes it different—some say, superior—than other […]

Public Encouraged to Attend and Provide Input on Action Involving Lands in Plumas County Roseville, Calif., February 17, 2021 – The Pacific Forest and Watershed Lands Stewardship Council, a land conservation and youth investment foundation, announces its next board of directors meeting will be held via live webcast on March 3, 2021. The agenda includes updates […]