Grapes
U.S. wine exports reach $1.53 billion in 2017
U.S. wine exports, 97 percent from California, reached $1.53 billion in winery revenues and 380 million liters (42.2 million cases) in 2017. Golden State exports were down 5.5% in value and 7.9 percent in volume... more »
Michigan Grape & Wine Conference draws big crowd
As the Michigan wine industry continues to advance, so does industry promotion, education and networking among the people who comprise that industry. In fact, the Michigan Grape & Wine Conference, which wrapped up early this... more »
Sonoma vineyards recognize ‘exceptional’ workers
The Sonoma County Grape Growers Foundation (SCGGF), recently announced the names of four local vineyard workers who are the first winners of a new program to recognize excellence in the workplace. "We were overwhelmed by... more »
Final California grape crush numbers released
The United States Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service on March 9 released finalized numbers for the California grape crush. The 2017 crush totaled 4,239,836 tons, up 0.5 percent from the 2016 crush of... more »
New York vintners urged to pop their corks at annual wine event
New York winemakers are proposing a toast to a new opportunity. The state has the unique soil and climate conditions to establish itself as a significant market presence for a drink traditionally associated with celebrations, experts... more »
Michigan’s Black Star Farms vineyard celebrates 20th anniversary
This summer, Black Star Farms will celebrate its 20th Anniversary and invite the public to join the festivities. The week-long celebration is scheduled for July 23-July 28, 2018, at the 160-acre winery estate a 15-minute... more »
Talley Farms hires Derek Sass as sales manager
Talley Farms has hired produce industry veteran Derek Sass as sales manager. The fourth-generation family farming operation located in California's Arroyo Grande Valley this year celebrates 70 years of farming in the fertile region near... more »
USDA-NASS releases preliminary California grape crush report
From the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service: In California, the 2017 grape crush totaled 4,233,288 tons, up less than half of a percent from the 2016 crush of 4,217,154 tons. Red wine varieties accounted for... more »
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