New York State of Wine is back with a whole new look. This second series spotlights New York’s prized grape varieties alongside examples from top-producing regions around the world. Crafted in New York, but inspired from everywhere, New York is a unique community of passionate producers who approach winemaking with a multitude of personalities and […]
This event is part of the Boldly, NY. Modern Farmer Workshop Series, and is limited to members of the Pilot Program. At the core of marketing is, well, understanding your market! Thanks to years of data and reports collected by our colleagues at the Finger Lakes Grape Program and the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program, seminar participants will […]
Planning for the future doesn’t have to be complicated or intimidating. Succession planning ensures that your assets will be used to benefit the people you choose and can lay the groundwork for the next generation to take the reins. In this session, participants will learn more about the right (and sometimes difficult) questions to ask […]
Join Chris Serra, a leading expert in sustainable winegrowing certification, as we workshop a selection of new objectives introduced in the VineBalance 2022 update. Growers are invited to practice scoring their vineyard operations anonymously and ask questions as we move through key action items in the Ecosystem Health, Climate Resiliency, and Social Equity chapters of the […]
This event is part of the Boldly, NY. Modern Farmer Workshop Series, and is limited to members of the Pilot Program. Storytelling is a skill needed in sales. As part of The Modern Farmer Series, the New York Wine & Grape Foundation is committed helping our growers tell their farming stories – especially to buyers. […]
Join Chris Serra, a leading expert in sustainable winegrowing certification, as we workshop a selection of new objectives introduced in the VineBalance 2022 update. Growers are invited to practice scoring their vineyard operations anonymously and ask questions as we move through key action items in the Ecosystem Health, Climate Resiliency, and Social Equity chapters of the […]
This event is part of the Boldly, NY. Modern Farmer Workshop Series, and is limited to members of the Pilot Program. In the second session, Dr. Lisa Cantrell will lead members of the pilot program in the refining of their narrative. Participants will leave the session with a draft of a tech sheet narrative as […]
Expanding sales opportunities and diversifying your business model to reach beyond the tasting room, and perhaps even beyond New York, is an exciting path that many wineries have gone down. But what are the things you must think about when bringing in revenue from other sources? Join Anthony Sandonato, CPA/ABV, CVA, Esq. , Partner at […]
Join Chris Serra, a leading expert in sustainable winegrowing certification, as we workshop a selection of new objectives introduced in the VineBalance 2022 update. Growers are invited to practice scoring their vineyard operations anonymously and ask questions as we move through key action items in the Ecosystem Health, Climate Resiliency, and Social Equity chapters of the […]
Join us for a special virtual tasting and crash course in how to approach your wine offering at various holiday gatherings with the wines of New York State. And who better to teach you than 5 heralded winemakers from New York’s prized wine regions? We will be discussing not only reds, but also white wines, […]
There are a variety of contexts in which wineries and vineyards may need a business valuation. These include for estate and gift tax reporting, estate planning, business succession planning, buy-sell agreements, purchase or sale of the business, and SBA loans. Join Anthony Sandonato, CPA/ABV, CVA, Esq. , Partner at Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP […]
Join Liz Miranda for a detailed discussion on how to calculate inventory cost by varietal. About this event Join Liz Miranda for a deeper dive into inventory cost calculation as a follow-up to the previous (January 2021) webinar, to determine inventory cost by varietal, and potentially even more refined if desired. Key Learning Objectives Will Include: Quick […]
New York State of Wine is back with a whole new look. This second series spotlights New York’s prized grape varieties alongside examples from top-producing regions around the world. Crafted in New York, but inspired from everywhere, New York is a unique community of passionate producers who approach winemaking with a multitude of personalities and […]
Join us for a holiday-themed Virtual Tasting. If travel restrictions have prevented you from booking that romantic getaway for Valentine’s Day, why not transport your loved one to a beautiful place --- through a bottle of wine? New York is home to some of the world’s most beautiful wine-growing regions and each bottle reflects the […]
Join Anthony Sandonato, CPA/ABV, CVA, Esq. , Partner at Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP for this Enhanced Webinar that will involve a discussion of different business model extensions for wineries, including ventures into hospitality, online sales platforms, and sustainability, with an emphasis on the financial considerations of these and other business model shifts. Discussion […]
Join Crop Growers LLP agents for an introduction to the basics of a grape crop policy and how it can offer peace of mind to farmers. About this event 2021 gave us all a run for our money. From frost and early bud break to never ending rains and bumper yields, it was hard to […]
Join Business Partner, Nelnet Renewable Energy to learn 9 reasons why Community Solar is good for your business and your bank account. About this event The energy footprint of our industry is considerable, with growing operations, and production responsible for a substantial portion of the country’s total energy consumption. Renewable energy like community solar has […]
B.E.V. NY is New York's annual conference for the grape and wine industry, combining the resources of Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, the Finger Lakes Grape Program, the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, and the New York Wine & Grape Foundation. The conference invites academic and industry experts to present information that […]
All you need to know about joining the New York Wine & Grape Foundation as a winery or grape grower. Much has changed in the NYWGF Membership program over the last few years, and we know it is hard to keep up with it all! We are pleased to bring you these quarterly Membership Orientations […]
Learn how to structure, review, and synthesize your winery data to build for success – without sacrificing compliance.About this eventNew for 2022! Record keeping can be cumbersome and overwhelming, but it is necessary for compliance and tax purposes. What else can your sales, inventory, and other records tell you about the health and potential success of […]
The workshop focuses on the most prudent areas for increasing sales skills. About this event The Tasting Room Best Practices Essential workshop from WISE, specifically for NYWGF Members, focuses on the most prudent areas for increasing sales skills in 2022. This includes raising the bar for your entire team with the WISE Triple Score – […]
New York State of Wine is back with a whole new look. This second series spotlights New York’s prized grape varieties alongside examples from top-producing regions around the world. Crafted in New York, but inspired from everywhere, New York is a unique community of passionate producers who approach winemaking with a multitude of personalities and […]
Sponsored by Waterloo Container and Vinventions Today’s modern closures allow a winemaker to control the maceration of their wine in the bottle after bottling. The trick is knowing exactly what can be controlled by the closure. Join our presenters as they examine the process of bottling and the shelf-life expectations for various closures. This session […]
In this advanced 2-part series learn how branding differs from marketing, and how to use both to grow your wine business. Part 1 of 2-Part Series “Branding” is a word that pops up everywhere. But do you know what Branding means as it relates to the wine industry, and how you can use your Brand as […]
In this advanced 2-part series learn how branding differs from marketing, and how to use both to grow your wine business. Part 2 of 2-Part Series Many small businesses fail to see a return on their marketing efforts because they don’t have a repeatable process in place to attract consumers to their products. Glenn will show […]
Learn how Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are impacting the Industry and what impacts the Industry can have on DEI. About this event The lack of diverse voices in the wine industry and within the wine consumer base is readily apparent. According to the 2021 Wine Market Council Benchmark Segmentation Survey, 70% of U.S. […]
You are invited to attend the New York Wine & Grape Foundation’s Live Awards Ceremony announcing the Winners of the 36th New York Wine Classic competition on July 12th at 6:00pm/EST. This online event will reveal and celebrate the "Best in Category" winners, as well as the prestigious Governor’s Cup (Best Wine) and Winery of […]
The workshop will help you create and sustain a comprehensive digital strategy for your winery. About this event This intensive course provides a comprehensive overview designed to help winery executives and frontline DTC managers better understand the metrics required to manage their DTC channels. This course, specifically for NYWGF Members, focuses on know how to […]
Would your winery like to explore sales opportunities outside the USA? Discover the programs and services available to your company through Global NY. From market research, partner search and grants to support your marketing and product certification products, New York State Economic Development can help point you in the right direction. Learn about products and […]
Wine Folly is developing a digital guide to the wines of New York, and you have the opportunity to be part of it. About this event Be part of Wine Folly’s next wine Region Guide! Wine Folly is developing a digital guide to the wines of New York, and you have the opportunity to be part […]
In this second of a 3-part DEI series, attendees will take a deep dive into how they can build diverse teams right from the start! About this event In this second of a 3-part Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Discussion for New York Wineries, attendees will take a deep dive into how to build diverse teams right […]
Our Western Europe team at Think Drink Global has had a very successful few years in the face of great challenges. We are proud to welcome them back to steward 2022-2023 New York Wines programming in target markets within Western Europe. Join us for TDG’s overview and an update on opportunities (on-trade / off-trade) and what wines […]
Join us in welcoming a.m.c.c., NYWGF’s newest market representatives based in Toronto. Founders Andrea Backstrom and Melissa Stunden will be on hand to provide a comprehensive overview of the Ontario and Quebec markets, where much of New York wines activities will focus in 2022-2023. Melissa and Andrea have broad knowledge across all provincial markets, along with diverse […]
After an exciting and productive first year of activities in Japan, we are pleased to welcome back the Asahi Agency for an update on the market, and details about what is next on the agenda for the New York Wines Export Program! You are invited to come meet this expert team, including wine specialist & educator Takenori […]
Welcome back to our partner FLX International, led by native New Yorker Matthew McFetridge. As pandemic impacts continued to affect in-person programming over the course of last program year, many New York wines activities transitioned online with resounding success - thanks to FLX International’s effort. We invite you to join us for an overview of the […]
This workshop will help you determine what type of Corporate Gifting program is right for your winery – and how to get started About this event Having a corporate gifting program for the holidays (and perhaps all year round) is a great way to connect with more consumers on an exponential level. To ensure success, […]
Join award-winning author of the best-selling The Wine Bible and online newsletter WineSpeed, Karen MacNeil, as she hosts a series of engaging Live Virtual Tastings with special guest panelists to explore New York wines. In this series on #TastewithKaren LIVE, Karen will delve into New York State wines to discover what makes them compelling—and what […]
A discussion about "serving with intentionality" to promote DEI through excellent customer service to diverse audiences. About this event In this final session of our 3-part Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Discussion for New York Wineries, we will talk about the concept of 'serving with intentionality.' This concept aims to promote DEI through excellent customer service to […]
Ekos, a new Business Partner member, will discuss how winery software can support your company. About this event Running a winery involves a lot of moving pieces. Are you still trying to track it all in spreadsheets, notebooks, or with a limited software solution? If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of […]
Join award-winning author of the best-selling The Wine Bible and online newsletter WineSpeed, Karen MacNeil, as she hosts a series of engaging Live Virtual Tastings with special guest panelists to explore New York wines. In this series on #TastewithKaren LIVE, Karen will delve into New York State wines to discover what makes them compelling—and what […]
Each of the 9 tips are things winery owners and marketing teams can begin implementing immediately. About this event The environment for selling wine and spirts has changed a LOT in the last 5 years. What's required now are new methods, new strategies and new ways of thinking. Each of the 9 tips are things […]
Join us as we discuss the vineyard certification program in more detail including how to get certified and the benefits of certification. Applications for the 2023 New York Sustainable Vineyard Certification are now open. The New York Sustainable Winegrowing Vineyard Certification is a voluntary third-party certification that ensures vineyards operate under best management practices to […]
Learn how to navigate new digital marketing features, get found, build connections, and increase your wine sales. About this event Businesses increasingly rely on their online presence as the world continues to move into the digital age. This is especially true for wineries, which by nature are “social” businesses. Think about it -- wine is […]
Crafted in New York, but inspired from everywhere, New York is a unique community of passionate producers who approach winemaking with a multitude of personalities and backgrounds—they’re not alike, and they like it that way. Wine has been made in New York since the 17th century and its unique history of hybrid cultivars paired with […]
There is no doubt that increased labor costs, labor shortages, and potential legislative changes have had, and will continue to have, a significant impact on wineries and growers in New York State. In this session you will learn about trends in the New York agricultural labor market, how wineries have already been dealing with those […]
There is an incredible amount of diversity in climate and growing conditions throughout New York: from Long Island, exposed to the Atlantic Ocean, to Hudson Valley, the historic heartland of New York wine, to Niagara and the Champlain Valley on the border with Canada, to Finger Lakes, home to 650 miles of shoreline. New York […]
Keep your talent & explore varied labor pools. This program will discuss benefits such as: Shared Work saves labor costs when seasonality affects the winery & vineyard that impacts your business Easily adjust and customize schedules to retain talented staff for the work available Softens any supply chain, seasonal adjustment or decreased demand issue No […]
Join us as we discuss the why's & how-tos of vineyard agrichemical handling facilities - a critical part of sustainable vineyard farming. Agrichemical Handling Facilities are a critical part of sustainable vineyard farming in NYS. Large quantities of pesticides are stored, mixed, and field applied on an annual basis. Surface and groundwater can both be […]
Join us as Business Partner Four Points Inc. introduces a Wellness Program that provides resources for both employees and employers. Employers enjoy an immediate cashflow increase, through an average reduction in FICA tax contributions of $540 annually per employee. Employees enjoy an average of $1800 annually that they can use towards the purchase of wellness […]
Crafted in New York, but inspired from everywhere, New York is a unique community of passionate producers who approach winemaking with a multitude of personalities and backgrounds—they’re not alike, and they like it that way. Wine has been made in New York since the 17th century and its unique history of hybrid cultivars paired with […]
Learn how to optimize your winery website sales with the top 6 strategies from low-cost tech tools to leveraging data you already have. About this event Selling from your website is the most reliable way to take control of your own destiny when it comes to selling outside of your tasting room. Compared with efforts […]
This first portion of this presentation will look at the concerns with pesticide drift in vineyards, when it may be a problem, and ways to mitigate it. Mitigation options we’ll discuss include spraying practices to reduce drift, drift management requirements on pesticide labels, and equipment set-up and selection. The second portion of the program will […]
The MyEfficientVineyard (MyEV) software tool is a free web-based platform to help growers visualize and manage spatial information in their operations. Managers can build their farm, create blocks, and process sub-block spatial data for customized management decisions. We are starting a new collaboration with the NYWGF to build functions in MyEV to interactively track and […]
Join Anthony Sandonato of Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP for a tax planning update just in time for tax season. Topics will include: NYS Passthrough Entity Tax NYS Covid-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program Inventory planning Federal tax incentives updates Click Here to Register This webinar is free to all NYWGF Members and $50 […]
Crafted in New York, but inspired from everywhere, New York is a unique community of passionate producers who approach winemaking with a multitude of personalities and backgrounds—they’re not alike, and they like it that way. Wine has been made in New York since the 17th century and its unique history of hybrid cultivars paired with […]
Join us as Nathan Rudgers from Farm Credit East discusses the most common types of grant opportunities available to wineries & growers. Now more than ever, wineries and growers are looking for other sources of income to help them invest in capital infrastructure, implement sustainable energy solutions like solar panels, and much more. Join us […]
There is an incredible amount of diversity in climate and growing conditions throughout New York: from Long Island, exposed to the Atlantic Ocean, to Hudson Valley, the historic heartland of New York wine, to Niagara and the Champlain Valley on the border with Canada, to Finger Lakes, home to 650 miles of shoreline. New York […]
B.E.V. NY is New York's annual conference for the grape and wine industry, combining the resources of the New York Wine & Grape Foundation, Cornell's Extension Enology Lab, and the Finger Lakes Grape Program. The conference invites academic and industry experts to present information that addresses important issues for the industry, and to do so […]
The winery and grower community in New York state has a rich history of working and succeeding together despite facing a variety of challenges through the years. Recognizing the longstanding and bold spirit of our community members and their numerous achievements, the New York Wine & Grape Foundation has been honoring industry leaders & champions […]
Join us for an intro to NY's SHARP program which qualifies employers for up to a 3-year exemption from a general scheduled OSHA inspection. The SHARP program is a FREE service offered by The NYS On-Site consultation program. It is made up of businesses who have achieved a high degree of Safety & Health performance […]
We agree with Eric Asimov who noted in the New York Times that “New York is the third largest wine- producing state in the country, after California and Washington. Yet it doesn’t get nearly the respect it deserves.” Fortunately, much has changed in the last few years and information about New York wines is being sought out by all levels of consumer, trade, and media. This session will empower you with knowledge and introduce you to the major regions, grapes, and styles of New York State wine, and provide an overview of statewide geography, geology, climate & history. Participants will gain conversational-level broad knowledge of New York State wine and leave excited about the upward trends in both quality winemaking and viticulture in New York State.
Join us as Business Partner Works Design Group provide information for wineries on grants currently available through New York State Electric & Gas and National Grid 50% off brand enhancement, product expansion, marketing projects, and more! Manufacturers can receive a refund up to $15k for growth initiatives targeted to expand facility utilization. The team will outline this […]