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NVG has highlighted several community partner events that may be of interest to NVG members. Ag Container Recycling Day The Napa County Agricultural Commissioner & Sealer of Weights and Measures Office is hosting an ag container recycling day at the Calistoga Corp Yard (4410 Silverado Trail North, Calistoga) on Thursday, May 9 from 8:00am - 3:00pm. Click below to access the flyer with more information in English or Spanish. 2024 Ag Pass Program Application Open Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Ag Pass Program and can be submitted via the button below. Growers who possess a current Operator ID or a Restricted Materials Permit for the 2024 season have already been issued their Ag Pass and do not need to fill out an application, they can simply login to CalAgPermits. To support folks in training their employees on proper safety during a disaster, a requirement of this program, the Agricultural Commissioner has collaborated with with the Napa County Sheriff, UC Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor, and Napa County Fire to create informative videos.  Climate Coffee Chat with Dr. Andrew Isaacs Supervisor Cottrell invites members of the community to join Professor Andrew Isaacs of UC Berkeley Haas School of Business for a Climate Education Session. Don’t miss this opportunity! Over 200 NVG member companies have benefited from Professor Isaacs' classes to date! Dry Farming Workshop Join the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, Community Alliance with Family Farmers and Vineyard Team for a discussion and demonstration on establishing a dry farmed vineyard in coastal regions. They will discuss rootstock selection, land preparation, vine spacing, planting process and watering regiment for the first two years. Coffee and pastries will be provided. This event will take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 8:00am - 11:00am at the end of Galleron Lane in St. Helena. Thank you to the Department of Water Resources for providing funding for education on dry farming in coastal winegrapes. UC Davis Grape Day
On June 5, 2024, UC Davis will host a Grape Day at the Oakville Experimental Vineyard (1380 Oakville Grade Rd, Oakville, CA 94562). The event will take place from 8:00am - 2:00pm. Speakers include farm advisors, cooperative extension specialists, and UC Davis Faculty. Click below to learn more and register for Grape Day!
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