September 17, 2024
Is it any surprise that not enough people in the wine business noticed the anti-drinking efforts and tried to do something about them? Probably not.
Over the last couple of years, the wine business has...
September 13, 2024
In viticulture, early-season estimation of average number of grape bunches per vine is crucial for vineyard planning, investments and marketing
September 11, 2024
Could the no and low movement save the wine industry?
By Kathleen Willcox
The resistance among hardcore oenophiles to the rise of low and no alcohol wines was completely understandable … at first....
September 9, 2024
Wine and spirit manufacturers can find value in using technology to tackle pressing challenges head-on.
By Matthew Riesenbach
For food and beverage manufacturers, supply chain disruption is a familiar...
September 6, 2024
In this episode, George interviews Michael Haney, Executive Director of Sonoma County Vintners. They discuss Haney’s upbringing in Nashville, TN, how he first entered the wine industry almost 35 years...
September 5, 2024
The OND season—October, November, and December—is the most crucial time of year for wineries, with holiday demand reaching its peak. Is your winery ready to handle the surge in sales and deliveries?
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September 5, 2024
Today, estate planning must take into account options such as selling the property to a third party, a merger or acquisition, or even just closing it.
By Jeff Siegel
Succession and estate planning...
September 3, 2024
As the DTC wine market continues to grow, creating a seamless customer experience becomes essential.
By Louis Amoroso
In an era dominated by digital experiences, the wine industry has undergone...
August 30, 2024
Here are some tips on making sure your trade visits stand out from your competition.
By Craig Root
The importance of treating trade visitors well cannot be overstated.
Trade visits, which welcome...
Wine Industry Champion Jana McKamey: Leveraging Farming and Diplomacy to Help Oregon Wineries Thrive
August 28, 2024
“We’re educating lawmakers on the contribution our industry makes to the state and on our values.” —Jana McKamey, Oregon Winegrowers Association
By Laura Ness
The scion of sugar beet farmers going...