Dutton Ranch: Generations of Farming in Sonoma County. Join Amy G as she sits down with Steve and Joe Dutton of Dutton Ranch to talk about growing up in their family’s Sonoma County farming business, honoring the values their parents instilled, and the thoughtful steps they’re taking today to ensure Dutton Ranch thrives for generations to come.

Verdi Block Controller – Wireless Irrigation with Verified Flow Verdi’s Block Controller brings smart irrigation to your fingertips—fully wireless, battery-powered, and installable in minutes with no trenching or rewiring required. Just connect your solenoid, scan the QR code, and start automating irrigation across blocks and properties with 24/7 scheduling and remote control from your phone or computer. Designed to retrofit existing infrastructure, it’s compatible with 99% of sensors and delivers real-time alerts for leaks, flow issues, and system failures—so you can respond instantly and avoid crop loss. Save up to $500/acre on irrigation labor and fuel, reduce water use by 10–30%, and boost crop revenue by 10–20%, all with bilingual support and easy access to AI-powered documentation anytime. View Listing Explore by Category Grapes Bulk Wine Shiners Production Vineyard Real Estate Services Grapes Beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains P

🍇 Now Available: 2025 Dutton Ranch Grapes – Russian River Valley As vineyards enter fruit set and canopy management season, forward-thinking producers are already planning for harvest. That’s why we’re spotlighting three premium lots from one of Sonoma County’s most respected growers: • Sauvignon Blanc – bright, crisp, and consistently high-demand • Pinot Noir – classic Russian River expression with balance and finesse • Chardonnay – rich, textured, and versatile in style These 2025 vintage offerings are available now in limited tons—perfect for small-lot winemakers or brands seeking to highlight vineyard-designated quality. 🔗 Explore the listings on the WIN Marketplace: SB | PN | CH

Key Highlights: New location opening at 401 S State Street, Ukiah 95482 Massive clearance sale starts February 21, 2025 Santa Rosa store remains open at current location in south Santa Rosa on Dutton Ave New showroom opening on Ukiah City’s Main Street, opens June 2025 SANTA ROSA, CA (February 19, 2025) - TCW Equipment announces the expansion of its Northern California presence with a new location in Mendocino County in Ukiah, complementing its established Santa Rosa store. The expansion includes relocating warehouse operations and opening a new showroom at 401 S State Street, Ukiah, in the heart of Ukiah’s renovated and thriving downtown business district. Clearance Sale Details Starting: February 21, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Duration: Ongoing through March and April 2025 Location: The back warehouse at the main TCW Facility, 2975 Dutton Ave, Unit C, Santa Rosa, CA 95407 The clearance sale offers significant savings as TCW Equipment clears out its warehouse for relocation.

Each Family Has Continuously Farmed Land for More than 100 Years The image of vibrant farms and rugged ranches set among Sonoma County’s beautiful landscapes has long been sought after by tourists, painters and photographers. The sheer beauty has always stood out, but, given that the area’s first vineyards date back to 1812, it is the region’s agrarian roots and family legacy that makes Sonoma County unique. Today, twenty-two local families, all winegrape growers, were recognized as the original members of the “Century Club” in honor of their continuously farming their family’s original land for more than one hundred years. Sonoma County Winegrowers created the Century Club to mark the unique legacies of farm families in the region and it will recognize new families with the honor as they hit the one-hundred-year mark in the years ahead. Each of these farms – and the families behind them – have endured the ups and downs of the cyclical

More Than 220,000 Acres in California are Enrolled in FFF Program  NAPA, Calif. (November 25, 2024) – Thirty-two winegrape growers and wineries from Sonoma, Napa and Mendocino counties have been recognized with the Founders’ Award from the Fish Friendly Farming Certification program for achieving and maintaining certification for more than 20 years. In 1999, the Fish Friendly Farming Certification program was created to protect and enhance the Russian River watershed in Sonoma County. Soon, it was expanded with a specific program tailored for Napa County and other regions. Today, more than 220,000 acres located in thirteen counties in California are enrolled in the innovative program that improves water quality and wildlife habitat. “The Fish Friendly Farming certification has become very popular among winegrowers as a sustainable certification program because it is highly effective in improving water quality and restoring fish and wildlife habitat,&rd

Growers Enjoy Near Perfect Growing Season SANTA ROSA, Calif. (October 31, 2024) – The 2024 winegrape harvest has just completed in Sonoma County and both growers and vineyard employees are raving about what may be one the best vintages in the past 50 years. According to Karissa Kruse, president and CEO of the Sonoma County Winegrowers, “the best word to describe the 2024 Sonoma County harvest is smooth!” Added Kruse, “The tonnage varied by grape variety and AVA, but the quality was outstanding across the region. As the vineyards turn dormant, most farmers are hosting celebratory lunches and parties for their vineyard employees and crews and relaxing a bit before pruning season and another cycle begins.” The start in early to mid-August for most grape growers was considered a return to normal, after a late start in 2023. The season was blessed with beautiful weather and little to no pressure to pick until the fruit was showing its best flavors and acid

The 3rd annual Healdsburg Wine and Food Experience was a weekend-long celebration that featured the best of Sonoma County and world-renowned food and wines. This year's festival showcased the region's makers – farmers, growers, winemakers and chefs – alongside globally recognized wines, highlighting the vibrant culinary diversity, deep connection to agriculture, and sustainable farming practices of Sonoma County. HWFE is deeply involved in the Sonoma County community, making substantial donations from this year’s ticket sales and sponsorships to local organizations that make a meaningful difference in the lives of farmers and their families, including the Sonoma County Fundación de la Voz de los Viñedos. These funds will help support the Leadership Academy and workforce development for vineyard employees and their families, fostering future leaders in both the industry and the community. As well as being co-founders of HWFE, Sonoma County Winegro