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In the follow-up video interview by LA Times Today, Louis Sahagun discusses the challenges outlined in his front-page article titled "Global wine glut compounds headaches for struggling California vineyards," shedding further light on challenges facing California wine grape growers and the impact of bulk wine on local growers. https://lnkd.in/g_ETbz6k

In contrast to wine grapes, there is very little diversity in raisin grapes in California. 81% of the raisin vineyard area is planted with Thompson Seedless; another 12% with Fiesta and 5% with Selma Pete.

In the new video from HanDrinksSolo.com, the team... 1. Reviews the VAN WYK FAMILY WINES cooler climate Elgin Syrah... 2. Explains how viticulturists control the pepper in your shiraz, and 3. Gives you SIX SCIENCEY FACTS about rotundones. https://lnkd.in/dkbhJ5gQ

Times are certainly challenging for our BC wineries who are facing major decisions which affect the short and long term future of both their own businesses and the BC industry as a whole. They need our support now more than ever before. This industry’s impact on our BC economy and quality of life is so important.

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JCS Marketing CEO Jason Scott discusses a recent Grape & Wine Magazine article on the multiple factors that affect berry color and firmness in red table grapes. Link to the full story written by Associate Editor Cecilia Parsons in the May edition of Grape & Wine Magazine in the comments. #GrapeandWineMagazine #JCSMarketing #grapes #tablegrapes

Come check out the latest Grape and Wine Update! "Today, the wine industry faces its own set of challenges with the well documented oversupply and slow consumer sales in these “Dog Days” leading up to harvest. The scorching heat has impacted vine development statewide, and many sellers at the moment are feeling similar unrest as those from thousands of years ago. This newsletter will delve into the current state of the markets, exploring both the challenges and the unique opportunities that can be had leading up to harvest."

Since the California State Water Board introduced the General Waste Discharge Requirements (GWDRs) to regulate the discharge of winery process water, wineries have been slow to adopt compliance reporting. This sluggish pace has raised concerns among industry experts about the potential consequences of non-compliance, both for individual producers and the wine industry as a whole. In a recent article published by WineBusiness Monthly, Mark Dodd, along with other industry experts, shed light on the factors influencing wine producers' compliance with these regulations. The article emphasizes the financial strain on wineries, especially smaller ones, in meeting compliance standards. However, it also highlights the benefits of compliance, stressing that monitoring and reporting are not just regulatory demands but crucial for the industry's long-term success. Read the full article at https://hubs.ly/Q02srV-L0.

How will a short crop on the Central Coast affect the bulk wine and grape market? Click the link below to read the Bozzano and Co. September newsletter for our insights. https://lnkd.in/gMCHhpVX

View the newly released 2023 Certification Report and Appendix, an annual benchmark of the major accomplishments of Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing (CCSW) and certified vineyards and wineries at the link below. The report notes that 45% of California’s 610,000 winegrape acres are CCSW certified and that 90% of the 255 million statewide cases of wine are made in CCSW wineries. Both are significant increases from 2022. https://lnkd.in/gCbJwjAe