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For Her Work With Grape Pathology, Katie Gold Earns the Research Award

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves May 7, 2024

Katie Gold works to advance the science of using a technology called imaging spectroscopy, or hyperspectral imaging. Specifically, the assistant professor of grape pathology at Cornell uses this plant disease-detecting technology to identify and manage grape diseases, without ever disturbing the vines.  Her work feels more timely than ever. The New York Wine industry—and the global wine industry—needs researchers like Gold for the issues it faces in the vineyards today and the issues to come. 

Understanding New York Wines’ Sustainability Program with Justin Jackson – Part 2

New York Wine & Grape Foundation April 30, 2024

Once again, our very own Justin Jackson, NYWGF Sustainability Program Manager, sat down for an interview with the Editor of Canada’s Good Food Revolution, Jamie Drummond. In Part One, they discussed the inception of the program and what it encapsulates. This week, they talked about implementing the program, the certification of vineyards, convincing the consumer that it’s not greenwashing, and the third party auditing of certified wineries. You can find Part One right here. CLICK HERE TO WATCH PART

Rich Olsen-Harbich Receives Sustainability Award After Decades of Pioneering Work

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves April 23, 2024

Rich Olsen-Harbich began pioneering sustainable winegrowing techniques decades before it was cool. “This Sustainability Award really validates what we’ve been doing at Bedell Cellars since 1980,” Olsen-Harbich, winemaker at Bedell Cellars, notes. “Sustainability is a zero-sum game. It is a pathway that you walk on, without an end in sight. You always want to find a way to be even more sustainable.” The New York Wine & Grape Foundation created the Unity Awards in 1990

Seneca Falls Museum Unveils “History of Wine in the Finger Lakes” Exhibit

New York Wine & Grape Foundation April 18, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact Information:Seneca Falls Museum of Waterways and IndustryLaura [email protected] Museum of Waterways and Industry Unveils New Exhibit on Finger Lakes Wine History on April 27th, 2024.Website: https://sfheritagetourism.com/the-seneca-museum-of-waterways-and-industry/  Wine connoisseurs and casual wine-drinkers alike are invited to the unveiling of “A History of Wine in the Finger Lakes” at The Seneca Museum of Waterways and Industry in Seneca Falls. The exhibit will showcase the Finger Lakes wine industry from its humble beginnings to becoming one of

For Decades of Support, Melissa Heath Earns the New York Grape & Wine Foundation’s Consumer Award

Kathleen Willcox and Robin Shreeves April 16, 2024

When Melissa Heath heads to B.E.V. NY 2024 in early March to accept the New York Wine & Grape Foundation Unity Awards’ Consumer Award, her son Nicholas will accompany her. While she’s in the Canandaigua region, where the event is held, Melissa will take him to some of the wineries and introduce the recently 21-year-old to a pastime that she and her husband Joe enjoy together—visiting wineries in the Finger Lakes region.  Melissa, an administrative

Hudson Valley Cabernet Franc Coalition Announces Signature Grape Media Event

New York Wine & Grape Foundation April 12, 2024

Hudson Valley, NY – The Hudson Valley’s wine scene is set to flourish as the Hudson Valley Cabernet Franc Coalition hosts an exclusive media event at Benmarl Winery on Tuesday, May 14, from noon to 4 o’clock. This extraordinary gathering will showcase Cabernet Franc as the region’s signature grape, uniting wine enthusiasts, industry leaders, and media representatives.  Highlighting the event is a rare tasting experience featuring Cabernet Franc crafted by eight distinguished wineries from across