Lumo Partners with Wyatt to Expand and Improve Precision Irrigation for Winegrowers in Napa and Sonoma “Over the years, we’ve evaluated countless irrigation automation solutions. Lumo is head and shoulders above the rest in its simplicity, ease of use, and ability to help growers irrigate to plan. Lumo is the new standard in vineyard irrigation and it’s a solution we believe we’ll see deployed across thousands of acres in Napa and Sonoma.” That’s Tim Goetz, Irrigation Designer at Wyatt Irrigation, talking about why Wyatt and Lumo are launching a new strategic partnership to drive expansion and standardization across the vineyards of Napa and Sonoma. The stats don’t lie. In 2025, Lumo delivered over 650 million gallons of water with block-level precision across 150+ vineyards, including Treasury, JFW, Trinchero, Delicato, Antinori, Chateau Montelena and Clos du Val. Between rapidly rising labor costs and shortages, soft market demand an

Santa Rosa, Calif., January 6, 2026—Lumo, the leader in precision irrigation technology for specialty crop growers, today announced a new strategic partnership with Wyatt Irrigation Supply, the most trusted leader in irrigation since 1982, to drive expansion and standardization across the vineyards of Napa and Sonoma. Winegrowers today are reeling, facing unprecedented pressure from rapidly rising labor costs and shortages, soft market demand, and increased water regulation. To survive, winegrowers must adapt and invest in ways to improve fruit quality and vineyard efficiency. Improving irrigation systems with a proven precision irrigation platform like Lumo is one of the highest return ways to improve fruit quality, while also reducing labor costs and system risks. Wyatt has seen countless automation solutions come and go over the years, making the same promises to growers over and over again. They are keenly aware of the risks and have been cautious when vetting new technologi

Veteran-Owned Importer Brings Rare, Single Cask Scotch from Scotland’s Top Independent Bottlers to Retailers and Premier Whisky Bars San Jose, CA, November 12, 2025 – The Whiskey Lab, a veteran-owned importer specializing in rare and independently bottled Scotch whisky, today announced that in addition to New York, New Jersey, Washington, DC, they have expanded distribution of their premier whisky offerings into Maryland, Illinois, and Florida using LibDib’s modern distribution platform. Focused exclusively on single cask and small-batch Scotch, The Whiskey Lab represents seven of Scotland’s most respected independent bottlers, offering access to limited releases that are natural in color, non-chill filtered, and often bottled at cask strength. Each whisky is hand-selected to showcase distinctive character and individuality. And, once a cask is gone, it’s gone forever. “Independent bottlers represent some of the most

Mark Davis has officially announced his retirement as President of Wright Contracting, a leading commercial construction firm based in Santa Rosa, after nearly four decades with the company, including more than 15 at the helm. Davis, who joined the company in 1986 fresh out of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, has been a pivotal figure in the growth and success of Wright Contracting, helping it evolve into one of the premier construction firms in the region. His decision to retire marks the end of an era for Wright Contracting, but it also signals the beginning of a new chapter for both Davis and the company. A Legacy of Excellence Under Davis's leadership, Wright Contracting experienced substantial growth, securing high-profile projects and maintaining a reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation in the construction industry. Known for his hands-on, direct approach, Davis was deeply involved in every facet of the business, from managing client relationships to overseeing major pr

Reuse and refill systems, materials science and circularity are driving growth and differentiation Sustainability in packaging is no longer “nice-to-have” — it’s a core expectation for businesses and consumers alike. As global regulations tighten, supply chains evolve and consumer preferences shift toward responsible products, brands are under pressure to deliver sustainable solutions without compromising performance or aesthetics.  At Berlin Packaging, we’ve made it our mission to help brands navigate this complex landscape. Below are some of the most pressing questions about sustainability in packaging and insights into how we’re driving innovation to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. Q: What sustainability trends are shaping the future of packaging?  Several key trends are redefining the landscape. The rise of reuse and refill systems is prominent, particularly in beauty, personal care, home care and even some food sector

Q&A with Berlin's VP of Sustainability, Balaji Jayaseelan https://www.berlinpackaging.com/insights/sustainability/berlin-packaging-makes-strides-in-sustainability

JUNE 28, 2024 – Winners have been announced in the 17th annual Women’s International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWWSC). The competition, which took place June 10-12 in Santa Rosa, Calif., was founded on the premise that the majority of wine purchased for home consumption is bought by women. The IWWSC judging panels consist entirely of professional women in the wine and spirits industries — winemakers, distillers, marketers, buyers, sommeliers, educators and journalists.  “As always, the International Women’s Wine & Spirits Competition shined a spotlight on hundreds of deserving wines,” says Debra Del Fiorentino, owner of Wine Competitions Management & Production, which organizes and presents IWWSC. “And even though entry is open to all winemakers regardless of gender, I found it gratifying that six of this year’s sweepstakes wines were created by women. And our overall wine winner also was named Best Woman Winemaker