January 26, 2026
Alcohol Guidelines have changed: daily drink guidelines and standard drink measurements have been removed, however responsible consumption is still recommended.
By Michael Kaiser
The 2026–2030 Dietary...
September 17, 2025
Once again, we are facing a looming federal government shutdown. Congress has only a few legislative days left this month, and that is the only time they have to keep the government open.
July 24, 2025
Let’s revisit some of the topics we discussed in February and see where we are.
By Michael Kaiser
Five months ago, WineAmerica wrote about what the new Trump Administration and new Congress might...
February 19, 2025
Regardless of your political views and opinions on Donald Trump, there is one thing we can all agree on: he is doing exactly what he said he would do.
By Michael Kaiser
As I draft this latest column,...
February 7, 2025
San Diego, CA (February 7, 2025) SommCon, the leading conference for wine and spirits education, will host a free live webinar on February 18, 2025, at 8:30 AM PT / 11:30 AM ET, featuring Michael...
September 23, 2024
It’s already been an election season for the books, and no one knows what might happen next.
By Michael Kaiser
While wineries are picking grapes and making next year’s vintage, the rest of the...
June 21, 2024
The Farm Bill is essential to viticulture in America and is always
a big ticket agenda item for WineAmerica.
By Michael Kaiser
Wine is a value-added agricultural product. It is taken from a raw product...
February 20, 2024
Congress may be stuck in the mud, but there is much work to be done
on the regulatory front. WineAmerica needs your help.
By Michael Kaiser
We are well into February and, once again, there is Congressional...
February 12, 2024
“A lot of people don’t understand how much trade associations such as WineAmerica do for you, even if you’re not a member.” —Michael Kaiser
By Laura Ness
Michael Kaiser never expected to work...
October 18, 2023
The dysfunction in Washington, D.C., advances to the next level.
What does it mean for the wine industry?
By Michael Kaiser
To paraphrase Benjamin Franklin, “In this world nothing can be said to...









