A Vibrant Future USDA Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Grant Field Day Description: An in-depth look at the intricacies, logistics, challenges, and effects of grazing sheep in vineyards. A vineyard tour and grazing demo with owner/operator Anna DeLaski of Solminer followed by a panel discussion led by Gabe Worthington (MTI Soil Scientist/ Certified Crop Advisor) on the effects of incorporating grazing into permanent cropping systems.  Speakers: Anna DeLaski, Solminer Gabe Worthington, MTI Kelly Mulville, Paicines Ranch Hillary Graves, Booker Vineyard Mindy Record, Paso de Record & JUSTIN Vineyards Randy Record, Paso de Record Cole Bakke, IOU Sheep Co.  REGISTER CE Approved: CCA 2 S

Description: Join us for an in depth look at the intricacies, logistics, challenges, and effects of grazing sheep in vineyards. Owner/operator Anna DeLaski of Solminer will guide a vineyard tour and grazing demo, followed by a panel discussion led by Gabe Worthington (MTI Soil Scientist/ Certified Crop Advisor) on the effects of incorporating grazing into permanent cropping systems.  Speakers: Anna DeLaski, Solminer Gabe Worthington, MTI Soil Scientist/ Certified Crop Advisor Kelly Mulville, Paicines Ranch Hillary Graves, Booker Vineyard Mindy Record, Paso de Record & JUSTIN Vineyards Cole Bakke, IOU Sheep Co. REGISTER CE Approved: CCA 2 S Project Partners: International Fresh Produce Association, Measure to Improve, Vineyard Team We would like to thank the USDA Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodity Grant for the investment in expanding markets for U.S. climate-smart commodities, leveraging the greenhouse gas benefits of climate-smart commod

Equip yourself for a successful, hazard-free harvest with our comprehensive safety training! From machine and hand harvesting to tool and tractor safety, along with recommended Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), we've got everything you need for a smooth and secure operation. There will be TWO sessions! 9:00-10:30 am - English 11:00 am-12:30 pm - Spanish 12:30 pm - Lunch (provided) *Make sure to select the ticket option of the session you would like to attend. REGISTER Hosted by Vineyard Industry Products in Paso Robles 

Want to know what is new with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)? Get the latest information on implementation, cost, land repurposing, fallowing, and demand management for sustainability plans in Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties.  When: Tuesday, July 16, 9:00-10:30 am Where: Vina Robles Hospitality Center, 3700 Mill Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446 REGISTER

There are a lot of things to consider when you are developing a vineyard site.  Walk a recently developed vineyard at SIP Certified Niner Wine Estates and learn how veteran growers: Choose a site Consider soil types Select rootstocks Design trellis systems Determine ideal plant material Incorporate soil amendments Care for young vines Speakers: Craig Macmillan, Niner Wine Estates Lucas Pope, Coastal Vineyard Services Jon Winsted, Vineyard Professional Services Fritz Helzer, Mesa Vineyard Management When & Where: Wednesday, May 15, 9:00-11:00 am Niner Wine Estates, 2400 CA-46, Paso Robles, CA REGISTER

There are a lot of things to consider when you are developing a vineyard site.  Walk a recently developed vineyard at SIP Certified Niner Wine Estates and learn how veteran growers: Choose a site Consider soil types Select rootstocks Design trellis systems Determine ideal plant material Incorporate soil amendments Care for young vines Speakers: Craig Macmillan, Niner Wine Estates Lucas Pope, Coastal Vineyard Services Jon Winsted, Vineyard Professional Services Fritz Helzer, Mesa Vineyard Management When & Where: Wednesday, May 15, 9:00-11:00 am Niner Wine Estates, 2400 CA-46, Paso Robles, CA REGISTER

Tailgate | Fungicide Spraying: Reduce Your Carbon Footprint & Financial Burden Learn how to optimize the use of biofungicides alone or integrated into a conventional fungicide program.  Dr. Ding of Cal Poly shares results from a recent study on on the efficacy of different fungicide programs and their impact on grape yield and berry chemistry.  Talk with farmers from three growing regions about their fungicide programs. Plus, learn about Cal Poly’s wine & vit programs during a tour of the new, state of the art winery and vineyard. REGISTER Agenda: 8:30 am - Winery Tour with Erica Nordby, CalPoly 9:00 - 11:00 am - Presentations & Panel Discussion Speakers: Shunping Ding, Cal Poly Erica Nordby, Cal Poly Erin Amaral, Pacific Coast Farming Hilary Graves, Booker Wines Ruben Solorzano, Coastal Vineyard Care Associates Bob Thomas, Mesa Vineyard Management CE Approved: DPR 1 - O; CCA 2 - IPM REGISTER Directions: - Take exit for California Blvd. - turn right o

Tailgate | Fungicide Spraying: Reduce Your Carbon Footprint & Financial Burden Learn how to optimize the use of biofungicides alone or integrated into a conventional fungicide program.  Dr. Ding of Cal Poly shares results from a recent study on on the efficacy of different fungicide programs and their impact on grape yield and berry chemistry.  Talk with farmers from three growing regions about their fungicide programs. Plus, learn about Cal Poly’s wine & vit programs during a tour of the new, state of the art winery and vineyard. REGISTER Agenda: 8:30 am - Winery Tour with Erica Nordby, CalPoly 9:00 - 11:00 am - Presentations & Panel Discussion Speakers: Shunping Ding, Cal Poly Erica Nordby, Cal Poly Erin Amaral, Pacific Coast Farming Hilary Graves, Booker Wines Ruben Solorzano, Coastal Vineyard Care Associates Bob Thomas, Mesa Vineyard Management CE Approved: DPR 1 - O; CCA 2 - IPM REGISTER Directions: - Take exit for California Blvd. - turn right

Tailgate: Vine to Wine Water Treatment Solutions When: April 10, 9:00 - 11:00 am Where: Our Lady of Guadalupe Vineyard, 2225 Sweeney Road, Lompoc, CA Description: From the vineyard to the winery, you have options when it comes to water treatment.  Learn from a panel of experts about Reverse Osmosis as an option, their experience using it, the operational and technical processes to maintain RO systems, and cost analysis. We will also review treatment and storage options, as well as a current research project to reuse winery waste water in the vineyard. Speakers: Amy Whiteford, Our Lady of Guadalupe Vineyard: Discussion on their decision to install a Reverse Osmosis system and their experience. Dan Sanders, Streamline Systems: Review operational and technical process process to maintain the Reverse Osmosis system plus pricing based on the size of an operation. Rob Miller, Principal Engineer, Wallace Group: Treatment and storage options for winery process water. Amro E