When we launched the Sustainable Winegrowing Podcast in 2016, we weren’t sure where it would go. Now, 300 episodes later, it’s become a go-to resource for growers, researchers, educators, and wine industry professionals dedicated to sustainability. To mark this milestone, we flipped the mic around and interviewed our host, Craig Macmillan, PhD — long-time vineyard and winery professional, educator, and now podcasting veteran — to reflect on some favorite episodes, meaningful moments, and what’s ahead. From Zoom Recordings to Global Reach Craig began hosting when the podcast was just an idea sparked by the Vineyard Team’s goal to make sustainable winegrowing knowledge more accessible. “I wasn't a podcast listener at all,” Craig admits. “But I said sure, why not? Let's try it.” Since then, the show has featured scientists, growers, and innovators from all over the world, creating a ripple effect of conversations and c

Experience an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of three unique dry-farmed vineyards in Paso Robles.  Walk the sites alongside the growers themselves as they share their hands-on experience, challenges, and innovative approaches to dry farming. Delve into critical topics such as vine spacing, floor and canopy management, varietal selection, and site-specific strategies for thriving without irrigation. This is an opportunity to engage with like-minded professionals, exchange insights, and see firsthand how dry farming shapes vine health, fruit quality, and wine character. REGISTER Site locations: Armory Vineyards  John Rolph Family Vineyards  Adelaida Cellars  CE: CCA 2 - SWM Logistics: Arrive to the pick-up location (Paso Robles Event Center) betweem 7:15-7:30 am for a 7:45 am departure. Coffee will be available. We will return to our meeting spot at 11:00 am. Look for the Vineyard Team sign. This event is free and open to the public. Transportation is included (to

Shoppers’ sense of urgency around climate change is rising. 78% of global consumers feel that environmental sustainability is important, they like the idea of being sustainable, and want to live more sustainable lives (Simon Kucher & Partners, 2021). While many brands and retailers today are making eco-friendly claims, some chalk up to little more than greenwashing: a marketing ploy designed to make products seem more sustainable than they are. Because of this, consumers feel that they can’t always trust “green” claims. It’s more important than ever for sustainable brands like you to share your sustainable story in a meaningful and authentic way. Wondering what it means to share a story that consumers can trust? See an example in this week’s Marketing Tip, where we share Niner Wine Estates’ Sustainable Story surrounding the Value of Energy Efficiency.   Stacking Energy Savings Electricity use in the winery accounts for a la

Join Vineyard Team at Tablas Creek Vineyard for a discussion on establishing and farming a dry farmed vineyard.  Learn from Jordan Lonborg (Vineyard Manager) and Neil Collins (Executive Winemaker) about their floor management, soils, stormwater management, establishment considerations, and lessons learned from their dry-farmed blocks. REGISTER Coffee and pastries will be provided. Please wear sturdy foot wear as we’ll be in a pretty rugged location. There will be an opportunity at the end of the meeting to hike to the top of the hill to see part of the planting that is well established.   Directions: Follow Google Maps directions to this dropped pin. Carpooling is encouraged!   Project Partners: California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, Community Alliance with Family Farmers, Vineyard Team We would like to thank the Department of Water Resources for providing funding for education on dry farming in coastal winegrapes.    CCA 2 - SWM REGISTER

Join Vineyard Team at Tablas Creek Vineyard for a discussion on establishing and farming a dry farmed vineyard.  Learn from Jordan Lonborg (Vineyard Manager) and Neil Collins (Executive Winemaker) about their floor management, soils, stormwater management, establishment considerations, and lessons learned from their dry-farmed blocks. REGISTER Coffee and pastries will be provided. Please wear sturdy foot wear as we’ll be in a pretty rugged location. There will be an opportunity at the end of the meeting to hike to the top of the hill to see part of the planting that is well established.   Directions: Follow Google Maps directions to this dropped pin. Carpooling is encouraged!   Project Partners: California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, Community Alliance with Family Farmers, Vineyard Team We would like to thank the Department of Water Resources for providing funding for education on dry farming in coastal winegrapes.    CCA 2

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Paso Robles, CA – August 30, 2023 — WineDirect, the leader in direct-to-consumer (DTC) services for the wine industry, has officially broken ground on its highly anticipated fulfillment center in the heart of Paso Robles, California. This groundbreaking ceremony marks a significant milestone for the company, further cementing its commitment to providing exceptional service and innovation within the wine industry. The new, 200,000 square foot, state-of-the-art fulfillment center, strategically located in Paso Robles, a renowned wine region known for its rich viticultural heritage, will replace the existing, 30,000 square foot facility. This facility will allow WineDirect to bring their cutting-edge logistics technology and deep understanding of the wine industry’s unique needs to a much greater number of wineries as well as expand the company’s services to offer much-needed storage for wineries on the central coast.  “We are thrilled to announce the gr

Please join BERGIN Screen Printing and Etching at WiVi Central Coast on March 30 in Paso Robles, California. We will be showcasing our latest packaging projects at booth #619. WiVi is the largest gathering of wineries, growers and vendors on the Central Coast. The Symposium is a must-attend event for anyone associated with the wine business. This premier wine and viticulture symposium and trade show in Central California is now the largest wine industry event south of San Francisco. WiVi boasts 45,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space with nearly 200 exhibits and hundreds of new products, product demonstrations, educational seminars and networking opportunities for winemakers, grape growers, winery owners and managers. WiVi is a one-day conference and tradeshow, which features sessions by top industry leaders on regional viticulture, enology and DTC topics and gives attendees the opportunity to understand and experience new trends and technology. • Event Organizer: Wine Business Mo