The Sonoma County Winegrowers is sponsoring a workshop for grape growers, wineries and agricultural employers on Farm Labor and Vineyard Management: The Risks and Rewards of Doing it Right. The workshop will be held on Thursday, May 16, from 4:00-6:00pm at the Hilton in Santa Rosa located at 3555 Round Barn Blvd., Santa Rosa. Check-in begins at 3:45pm.

The seminar begins with a national and state Legislative Update by John Aguirre, president of California Association of Winegrape Growers. There is no cost to attend with advance registration. RSVP by May 12, at www.sonomawinegrape.org/smartmarketer

Mike Saqui's presentation on farm labor and vineyard management covers the latest court decisions and enforcement trends in the area of AB1675 with regards to violations, fines and penalties, joint employer liability, wage and hour, and employment in immigration cases throughout the U.S.

Saqui will review options for staffing solutions whether they be independent contractors, farm labor contractors or staffing companies. Most of all, this seminar will cover compliance and operational game plans to operate effectively in this area without exposure to joint employer liability.

For information contact Karen at 707-522-5862 or karen@sonomawinegrape.org  

This seminar is presented in conjunction with the California Association of Winegrape Growers and the Sonoma County Farm Bureau.