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The Washington Advancements in Viticulture and Enology (WAVE) seminars, which are co-sponsored with Washington State University, follow a half- to all-day format to highlight viticulture and enology research. WAVEx is the condensed version, often in a webinar format, with targeted topics and practical application. 2026 WAVE/Ravenholt: The State of Smoke Science: Breakthroughs and…
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History of Wine Research in Washington Washington’s wine research program is unique in that it’s one of a few in the nation funded by all wine grape growers and wineries in the state, guided and driven by industry, and with results accessible to all vintners and wine grape growers. The following program…
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About Industry-Driven Washington’s wine research program is one of a few in the world funded by all wine grape growers and wineries in the state, guided and driven by industry, and with results accessible to all vintners and wine grape growers. Learn about how our program started, how its funded,…
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SEATTLE (November 3, 2025)—The Washington State Wine Commission (WSWC) has hired Julie Tarara Ph.D. as its new Research Program Manager. Tarara was selected by a committee made up of Washington Viticulture and Enology (V&E) research leaders. “Julie brings a wealth of experience in research and agricultural projects, along with extensive…
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Background Much remains to be understood about how smoke compounds interact with grapes in the vineyard and the potential risks for smoke damaged grapes and the effects on wine quality. Communication between wineries and growers is key to finding a mutually beneficial solution. This document brings together current research knowledge…
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The Washington wine industry, through the Washington State Wine Commission, significantly ramped up its wine research program in 2015, with the goal of making it world-class. Five years into the investment, it’s well on its way. Key milestones include the opening of the Washington State University Wine Science Center, sustainably…
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Patrick McKibben is a Vineyard Manager at Results Partners.
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Why did you decide to certify your vineyards through Sustainable WA?Elizabeth Keyser (EK): As a small, family-owned business, sustainability is our long-term strategy to the meet the demands of today without compromising our next generation’s ability to farm and enjoy the natural resources of the estate. We believe that farming…
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Published in Great Northwest WineBy Andy Perdue July 22, 2016 On July 14, about 80 wine grape growers and wine producers gathered in Richland for the inaugural Washington Advancements in Viticulture and Enology (WAVE), a seminar staged by the Washington State Wine Commission and Washington State University. The WSU Ste.
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The Washington State Wine Commission represents every licensed winery and every wine grape grower in Washington State. Guided by an appointed board, the Commission provides a marketing platform to raise positive awareness of the Washington State wine industry and generate greater demand for its wines. Funded almost entirely by the…
