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

Atascadero, CA: Vineyard Team announces their 2024 events, including 6 in-person Tailgate meetings and the Sustainable Ag Expo. Tailgate meetings are in-person educational events (field demonstrations and discussions) where attendees visit a property and hear from experts and growers on a given topic. Topics range from irrigation and pest management, to soil health, and safety training. Growers have the opportunity to join the conversation and talk directly with presenters to learn how to adopt sustainable farming practices in their vineyards. Plus, many Tailgates include DPR and CCA continuing education hours. New this year, Vineyard Team and Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance (PRWCA) will be co-hosting a half-day seminar on sustainable energy for the wine industry. At Power Up: Sustainable Energy for the Wine Industry, attendees will hear practical discussions focused on the energy use of vineyard and winery operations, efficiency, cost, and the future. Experts will discuss topi