What a Year!
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on an incredible year of collaboration.
Together with our members, sponsors, and partners, we advanced sustainable winegrowing through education.
Outreach & Education
11 Tailgates across 3 counties brought together 400+ industry professionals and 51 experts for hands-on learning and discussion.
We partnered with 3 organizations to strengthen regional collaboration and resource sharing.
11 online courses were re-released, each offering valuable DPR hours for continued professional growth.
Sustainable Ag Expo
This year's 20th anniversary event saw 479 attendees, 44 speakers, 67 exhibitors, and a full lineup of 16 in-person seminars and 13 online courses...offering 19 DPR hours and 30.5 CCA hours!
It was also a celebration of connection, fueled by 35 gallons of coffee, 36 bottles of SIP Certified wine, and 600 ounces of local craft beer at 5 special networking events.
Mark your calendars: The next Sustainable Ag Expo will be held November 10–11, 2026!
SIP Certified
Sustainability continues to grow!
- 12 vineyards joined SIP Certified for the first time in 2025, representing nearly 1,000 new acres of sustainably farmed vineyards from Santa Barbara to Monterey County.
- Altogether, SIP Certified members now represent nearly 41,000 vineyard acres and six wineries across California, Oregon, and Michigan.
- 8 members celebrated 17 years in the program, including Castoro Cellars, DAOU Vineyards, Hahn Family Wines, Laetitia Vineyard & Winery, Orcutt Road Ranch, and others.
This year also featured an expanded SIP Certified Lounge at the Sustainable Ag Expo, the ultimate hub for connection and celebration, sponsored by Oxbo.
Scholarship
The Juan Nevarez Memorial Scholarship continues to uplift first-generation college students, awarding a total of $86,000 to 23 scholars this year, including 6 new recipients and 17 returning students.
Scholars also benefited from 208 hours of mentorship with program Administrator Alex, supporting their academic success, career exploration, and personal development.
Sustainable Winegrowing Podcast
The Sustainable Winegrowing Podcast continues to inspire listeners near and far, with 37 new episodes released this year, including 12 Marketing Tip episodes!
Topics covered everything from fungicide resistance and hybrid winegrapes to navigating grape market challenges, featuring experts from across California, the U.S., and beyond.
Each 30-minute (or less) episode is designed for busy vineyard professionals on the go, perfect for the drive between blocks.
Membership
Our community continues to grow and thrive! In 2025, we had:
- 100+ vineyard and winery members across 5 counties
- 90+ ag business members and sponsors supporting education and sustainability programs
- A dedicated network of Board and Committee members who volunteer their time to strengthen our mission
- Thank you for being part of this incredible community! Your involvement, ideas, and enthusiasm are what keep Vineyard Team strong and forward-focused.
Renew Your Membership Today!
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