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  System Account System Account 0x010100043A3A8B2F2ED841920AEAB92B93F32F       Non-Saccharomyces Yeast   Bioprotection and more   Once overlooked, non-Saccharomyces yeasts have emerged as versatile tools that can significantly enhance wine aroma, acidity, mouthfeel, and overall quality. Discover how these unique yeasts are as varied in their applications and strain differences as their Saccharomyces cousins.   READ MORE     LEVEL2 SALVA™ BIOPROTECTION   SALVA offers specific bioprotection against Brettanomyces, including SOâ‚‚ resistant strains.   Learn More LEVEL2 FLAVIA™ ENHANCE AROMA AND TEXTURE   FLAVIA increases expression of terpenes and thiols (varietal aromas), increases roundness due to mannoprotein release.   Learn More   LEVEL2 INITIA™ BIOPROTECTION   INITIA consumes oxygen, suppressing the growth of microorganism and

The calendar flip from 2024 to 2025 heralded several new packaging regulations, rulemaking updates, and bills with significant implications for consumer packaged goods in North America and Europe. Recent packaging legislation is reshaping packaging requirements for waste reduction, recyclable materials, circularity, and sustainability. However, actions by the Trump Administration may defer regulatory action at the U.S. federal level and shift packaging-related policies. EPR Packaging Laws Five U.S. states—California, Colorado, Oregon, Maine, and Minnesota—have passed extended producer responsibility laws for packaging. While each state's requirements vary, they share common goals of reducing packaging waste, enhancing recycling efforts, and holding producers (e.g., brand owners) accountable for the life cycle of their products. Since the start of the year, nine states have introduced or re-introduced EPR packaging bills. They include Washington, Tennessee, Hawaii

Hard to believe, we are a quarter of the way through 2025! It seems like just yesterday we were starting 2025, but here we are, 90 days in to the "new" year. Here are a few things you may have missed, things that caught our eye (or ear), and a few actionable ideas for the next quarter. 2024 Annual Report Card - WISE Mystery Shopping Triple Score In early 2025, we released our Annual Triple Score Report Card. While Mystery Shopping covers over 75 criteria points, these three are perhaps the most important. How often are our Mystery Shoppers asked buy wine, how often are they warmly invited to join the wine club, and how often are they asked to keep in touch via joining the mailing list? In 2024, we saw a dramatic decline in Triple Score averages. In particular, data collection is critically low at just 18%—meaning we’re only asking fewer than one in five guests to keep the conversation going. Wine clubs work because people DO like to be part of them (did you know

GROWING FORWARD: Navigating Workforce Challenges Insights on Migrant Labor and Immigration Compliance Understanding how to secure a stable workforce while remaining compliant with federal laws has never been more critical. As immigration policies continue to evolve and enforcement intensifies, agricultural employers are facing urgent questions about labor security, compliance, and the risk of workforce shortages. Many employers are wondering: What visa options are available to legally hire and retain workers? How can I avoid costly compliance mistakes and DHS audits? What are my rights during an ICE site visit? How do I ensure my employment verification processes are secure? Join us for a comprehensive session on how to secure your labor force and best to remain compliant with federal immigration laws in the Trump era. We will discuss nonimmigrant as well as immigrant visa options for your employees as well as how to best avoid a DHS audit of your HR files. Session Panel: Ally B

The holidays bring joy—and challenges. Managing in-store, online, and membership sales seamlessly can feel like a balancing act... unless you have Activ8 Commerce. Here’s why we do it better: Built on ONE Central Database: Unlike systems that cobble together disconnected tools, Activ8 Commerce was designed to unify your POS, memberships, and online store from the ground up. Better, Faster, Smarter: Updates happen in real time. Inventory, customer data, and sales sync instantly, so you're always a step ahead. Error-Free & Thorough: Say goodbye to mistakes, mismatches, and delays. Activ8 keeps your operations clean, complete, and worry-free. Most Cost-Effective: Do the math—Activ8 Commerce is just plain cheaper, saving you money while delivering unmatched functionality. What’s in it for you? More time for meaningful customer connections. Fewer headaches from reconciling data. A reliable system that grows your bottom line—fast. This holida

Wednesday, December 04 North Coast Wine Industry Expo - WIN Expo   Thursday, December 5, 2024 - Santa Rosa, CA The WIN Expo is the largest trade show and conference focused on Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake counties, and is the 2nd largest wine industry show in North America with nearly 300 exhibitors, 14 conference sessions and 7 trial tastings. This exhibitor guide is designed to help you find exhibitors with the products and services most relevant to you. Scroll down and browse by category.   Featured Exhibitors   Efficiency at Every Step: Clevertech's Automated Solutions for Wineries Lost in the Compliance Maze? Let DH Wine Compliance Guide You Through TAC-Box by HotSpot AG: Transforming Vineyard Operations with Smart Solutions Turrentine Brokerage: 50 Years of Excellence and Reliability in the Wine Industry Say Goodbye to Manual Irrigation - Discover Verdi's Automation Solutions Achieve Your Winery's Green Goals with Veritiv&

While winery eCommerce has been around for a while, many wineries did not fully embrace this direct-to-consumer (DTC) channel until they were forced to during the pandemic. Some wineries have adapted quickly, leveraging modern technology and eCommerce platforms to thrive, while others have struggled to keep up with the fast-paced world of digital marketing and SEO. Thanks to the rise of eCommerce giants like Amazon, consumers expect seamless, fast, and personalized experiences. Wineries face the added challenge of shipping regulations, compliance, and managing perishable goods like wine, but SEO (Search Engine Optimization) can help them stand out and thrive in this competitive market. In the United States, the eCommerce share of wine sales grew from only 0.3% in 2018 to nearly 3% in 2022. The eCommerce channel promises to be lucrative, too. The top five wine and liquor online stores in the U.S. together generated more than one billion dollars in eCommerce net sales in 2022. For long-t

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New Oklahoma Law Says Businesses No Longer Need to Check ID’s Before Serving Alcohol: Under the law, sellers can still be held responsible for selling or serving alcoholic beverages to a person under 21...

Title X and Mister Cartoon Set to Debut Wine Collaboration at Wally’s Santa Monica

May 7th – Los Angeles, CA – Title X Wines and Mister Cartoon are set to debut “Lady Impala,” a rare wine and art collaboration, at Wally’s Santa Monica on […]