Subscribe

Field Notes

News and Updates from the New York Wine & Grape Foundation

Latest

New York State Liquor Authority Announces Expanded Opportunities For Alcohol Manufacturers To Support Charitable Causes

New York Wine & Grape Foundation October 28, 2026

New Policy Allows Alcohol Brands to Reference Charitable Contributions on Product Labels Reform Advances Governor Hochul’s EXPRESS NY Initiative to Streamline Regulations and Improve How Government Works   The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) today announced a new policy allowing alcoholic beverage brand labels to identify and promote charitable organizations. Under updated SLA policy, labels may state that a specified amount or portion of sales or proceeds from a particular product will be donated

Researchers Pave the Way for a Disease-Resistant Future in the Vines

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves October 25, 2026

In the ever-evolving world of wine and grape production, research plays a crucial role in advancing knowledge, improving practices, and ensuring the sustainability of the industry. NYWGF’s commitment to research is evident in its annual research budget, which typically ranges between $350,000 and $500,000. The NYWGF Board of Directors is proud to share the results of 2025-26 funded research projects through individual reports, articles, and a series of upcoming webinars. Featured in this article are

Help Shape Future TTB Digital Services

New York Wine & Grape Foundation October 24, 2026

TTB is building a volunteer pool of industry members interested in giving feedback on future myTTB designs, including Permits, COLAs, and related TTB services. Research sessions will take place from the fall through next spring. This is a chance to have a direct voice in how these systems are designed before they are built! Your feedback can help TTB understand what works well today, where industry members lose time or run into confusion, and what

SLA Request for Industry Feedback on Wholesaler Fees

New York Wine & Grape Foundation October 23, 2026

As authorized by the recently enacted FY27 State Budget, the New York State Liquor Authority is currently engaged in the rulemaking process concerning fees assessed to manufacturers and suppliers imposed by New York State wholesalers.  The Authority is seeking feedback from all New York State licensed businesses regarding the types, amounts, and operation of fees, charges, deductions, incentives, and other financial obligations that have ever been charged by licensed wholesalers in New York State.  How You

Governor Hochul Announces Nominations Open for New York State Craft Beverage Retailer Awards

New York Wine & Grape Foundation October 23, 2026

Program To Recognize Businesses that Promote State’s Craft Beverage Industry Nominations Accepted Through Friday, November 20 Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of nominations for the New York State Craft Beverage Retailer Awards, designed to recognize merchants who help customers discover and enjoy craft beverages made in New York with locally grown ingredients. Awardees will receive a “New York State Retailer Award” to display at their businesses, online and in their marketing materials, recognizing

New Employee Personnel File Law Taking Effect in NYS- Virtual Office Hour Scheduled for October 14 to Unpack What Employers Need to Know

New York Wine & Grape Foundation October 9, 2026

On September 9, 2026, Governor Hochul signed into law legislation that expands employees’ rights related to their personnel files in New York State. This law, modeled after Massachusetts’ Personnel Record Law, brings NYS in-line with a growing number of states that explicitly provide employees with specific access rights to their personnel records. Below is a summary of the key provisions of the law. Additionally, on October 14, 2026 from 12-1 pm EST, Michael Sciotti, partner