Napa Valley Grapegrowers

Each year we honor our Grower of the Year recipients with a special recognition video. Hear from Ren Harris's nearest and dearest family, friends, and colleagues, to learn more about all he's done to support Napa Valley agriculture throughout his career. Enjoy! Paradigm Winery https://youtu.be/TjSNndLJF5U Video by Clubsoda Productions

With a very heavy heart, Napa Valley Grapegrowers (NVG) and the Farmworker Foundation (FWF) share the news of the passing of Steve Moulds. Steve’s legacy is far-reaching. He is known for his generosity of spirit and the hours and years he dedicated to community volunteerism and service to others including as a Director and President of the Napa Valley Grapegrowers for over 9 years and as the founding President of the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation (2011 2021). In his final days, Steve was surrounded by the love and well wishes of his family and friends. NVG and the Farmworker Foundation join them in celebrating and honoring his adventurous and generous life and legacy.To learn more about Steve Moulds, click here: https://napagrowers.org//2021%20Announcement%20about%20Ste

*SNEAK PEEK* Tomorrow, June 11, we are thrilled to release a brand new Fridays in the Vineyard episode featuring Jorge Muñoz, Senior Vineyard Supervisor for Joseph Phelps Vineyards. Jorge is committed to his career at Joseph Phelps, having worked for them for over two decades and counting. During his walk, hear about his dedication to the vineyard, his hobbies, and more. Thank you to Jorge for walking in the vineyard with NVG! Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation

You won't want to miss NVG's upcoming, feel-good, educational event! Next Thursday, June 17, Eric Karpinski, The Happiness Coach, joins us to share his game-changing 'how-to' on increasing engagement by harnessing employees' motivation for happiness. It's open to NVG members and the public - register here: https://napagrowers.org/events/191/details #strengtheningcommunity #supportingfarmworkers #sustainingagriculture #happiness #happinessatwork #thehappinesscoach #mentalhealth #wellness #selfcare

Plan your June with topics ranging from vineyard values to happiness in the workplace! Click the link to learn more and register: https://napagrowers.org/events Photo by Sarah Risk

There is time to register! Join us tomorrow, May 27, as a panel of experts discuss drought farming and topics concerning grape growers. Learn more and register here: https://napagrowers.org/events/222/details

We are inspired by the words of past Pruning Contest champion, Maria Herlinda Romero, click the link in profile to read her interview about winning the 2016 contest and her motivational words for others that want to compete. #Repost @nv_farmworkerfoundation Today we continue to look back and highlight the past 19 years of precision, focus, and determination that Napa’s farmworkers have displayed year-over-year. Today, we're highlighting Maria Herlinda Romero of Walsh Vineya...rds Management, Top Finisher 2016 Napa County Pruning Contest. When asked about giving advise to future contestants, María Herlinda told us "The opportunity is there for everyone and everyone is capable, I’d say try, let no one think they can't or that somebody else is better, we are all good at something. Link in profile to read her full interview. Continuamos echando un vistazo al pasado destacar los últimos 19 años de precisión, concentración y determinación que los trabajadores del campo de Napa han demostrado año tras año. Hoy destacamos a nuestra segunda ganadora, María Herlinda Romero, de Walsh Vineyards Management, ganadora del concurso de poda del 2015. Cuando hablamos con María sobre que le aconsejaría a futuros concursantes, ella nos cuenta que "La oportunidad es para todos y que todos podemos, que lo intenten que nadie piense que no puede o que alguien es mejor, todos somos mejores en algo." Enlace en nuestra bio para leer la entrevista completa https://napagrowers.org//Interview%20-%20Araceli%20Marin%2

Pruning season is a moment to celebrate setting the stage for a brand new growing season. While this year's Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation Napa County Pruning Contest has been canceled, we've had the opportunity to speak with members that motivate their teams to participate and compete year-after-year! Today we highlight Salvador Rios from Usibelli Vineyards, not only is he a leader, he also competed and won the 2006 Napa County Pruning Contest! "I encourage our crew to p...articipate in the Pruning Contest because it helps motivate them. Being able to invite their families to join them during the day when they can compete alongside other crews is a great way to recognize their hard work and skillset...My fondest memory would be when I won first place in 2006. I continue to believe in myself and my skills and I use this to encourage my team to put in their all." Photos feature Salvador taking first place in 2006. Read the full interview with Salvador here: https://napagrowers.org//Vineyard%20Manager%20Spotlight%20 #Vineyards #pruning #pruningseason #napa #napavalley #napacounty #agriculture #supportingfarmworkers #sustainingagriculture #strengtheningcommunity #preserveandpromote

While we may not be celebrating the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation's Napa County Pruning Contest this weekend, we want to give a big shoutout to Treasury Wine Estates for hosting this cherished tradition, year-after-year, at Beringer Vineyards Gamble Ranch. The photos featured are ones captured at Gamble Ranch over almost two decades - we look forward to celebrating 20 years with everyone in 2022! #pruning #pruningseason #settingthestage #preserveandpromote #sustainingagriculture #supportingfarmworkers #strengtheningcommunity #Napa #NapaValley #vineyard #vineyards #agriculture

Follow along throughout February for special, short interviews with past @nv_farmworkerfoundation Napa County Pruning Contest champions and vineyard managers. While we are not hosting the Contest this year, we’re still able to highlight and celebrate this special time in #NapaValley! Read caption below#Repost @nv_farmworkerfoundation El Concurso de Poda del Condado de Napa es una larga tradición que honra y reconoce a la mano de obra de los viñedos de Napa. Lamentabl...emente, debido a las preocupaciones de seguridad en relación con COVID-19, Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation no puede organizar el concurso este año. Por esta razón, aprovechamos esta oportunidad para echar un vistazo al pasado y destacar los últimos 19 años de precisión, concentración y determinación que los trabajadores del campo de Napa han demostrado año tras año. En esta ocasión destacamos a Jesús Juárez, ganador del concurso en el 2008 de Moulds Family Vineyard. Jesús nos cuenta que él le aconsejaría a futuros concursantes, "Que se enfoquen en hacer mejor trabajo en vez de trabajar rápido. Mejor calidad en vez de rapidez. " Enlace en nuestra bio para leer la entrevista completa: https://napagrowers.org//Interview%20-%20Jesus%20Juarez%20 . . . The Napa County Pruning Contest is a longstanding tradition honoring and recognizing Napa’s world-class vineyard workforce. Unfortunately, due to safety concerns regarding COVID-19, the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation is unable to host the contest this year. So, we are taking this opportunity to look back and highlight the past 19 years of precision, focus, and determination that Napa’s farmworkers have displayed year-over-year. Today, we're highlighting Jesús Juárez, 2008 Pruning Contest Champion from Moulds Family Vineyard. When asked about giving advise to future contestants, "Focus on doing a good job instead of working fast; quality is better than speed. Link in Profile to read full interview: https://napagrowers.org//Interview%20-%20Jesus%20Juarez%20

NVG Members, February is around the corner - plan ahead and register for upcoming webinars with important information about the COVID-19 vaccine, handling grape contracts, and more. Register and learn more here: https://napagrowers.org/events Thank you to the following sponsors for helping to make the Napa Valley Grapegrowers 2021 events and programs possible: American AgCredit, Duarte Nursery, ETS Laboratories, Wonderful Nurseries, #CircleRRanch, Central Valley, #McKagueRosasco, and #RecologyOrganics!

Hydrated and happy cover crop following the recent rain. Cover crop supports soil health and provides essential nutrients for growing vines. provided by @paradigmwinery

The Regional Stay at Home Order has been lifted statewide, allowing outdoor tastings at wineries to resume. More information on which businesses and activities are open can be found via the Blueprint for a Safer Economy or on the Napa County, California - Government website: https://www.countyofnapa.org/2840/Industry-Guidance

@nv_farmworkerfoundation is posting COVID-19 vaccine information in English and Spanish, responding to common community questions - give them a follow to learn and share!

Linked is our Napa Valley Grapegrowers Report, a monthly column published in the Napa Valley Register. The column explores the variety of issues we cover in our mission to preserve and promote Napa Valley's world-class vineyards. For January's Report, Opus One Winery Viticulturist & Winemaker and NVG President, Michael Silacci, reflects on 2020 and the brighter future a new pruning season brings. #Vineyard #vineyards #NapaCounty #NapaValley #Pruning #PruningSeason #Grapegrowing #PreserveandPromote #Napa #opusone #wines #wine

Members! The Napa Valley Grapegrowers will release important vaccine resources in Spanish and English for growers and farmworkers tomorrow - in the meantime, learn more through the Napa County, California - Government's post linked here.