NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Domaine Carneros, the award-winning California grower-producer of Méthode Traditionelle sparkling wines, joyfully announces its 2024 holiday wine gift collections including new offerings as is the custom every year. Curated by the team at the French-inspired château situated at the gateway to wine country in northern California, the winery enjoys dreaming […]
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Domaine Carneros Winery debuts Salon des Rêves, an Art Deco inspired luxury lounge for holiday season
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ — Domaine Carneros, grower producer of ultra-premium Carneros sparkling wine and limited production pinot noirs, announces the unveiling of one of wine country’s swankiest new venues, the Salon des Rêves. Imagined as a speakeasy style lounge where locals and visitors can experience luxury offerings of oysters, caviar, ceviche and tinned […]
National Pygmy Goat Association (NPGA) Crowns 2024 Champions at Annual Convention
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The National Pygmy Goat Association (NPGA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Champion Challenge held in Lewisburg, WV June 14, 2024. Sponsored by the North Carolina Pygmy Goat Club, the Wild Wonderful World of Pygmies National Convention brought together the best animals from all over the U.S. […]
Calif. Governor Newsom announced appointments for June 7, 2024 including to District Agricultural Associations
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ — This past week, on June 7, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: First, Jeremy Kirk, of Hidden Valley Lake, has been Appointed Deputy Administrator of the Veterans Home of California, Yountville. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Calif. Governor Newsom announced appointments for June 7, 2024 including […]
Domaine Carneros Celebrates Earth Day Every Day – Releases first ‘Powered by the Sun’ Rosé
NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Adding to its multi-decade legacy of environmental stewardship, Domaine Carneros is pleased to share new initiatives that build upon its commitment to producing outstanding wine while continuously striving for best practices in sustainability. Installation of groundbreaking new microgrid technology in 2023 increased Domaine Carneros’ commitment to renewable energy. In celebration, […]
Sonoma-based Merriam Vineyards declares 2023 a ‘first class’ vintage in newly CCOF Certified Winery
SONOMA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Merriam Vineyards, located in California’s Russian River AVA, wrapped up the 2023 harvest with much to celebrate. Winemaker William Weese states that this year is poised to produce a “great and first-class vintage” for Merriam’s award-winning cool-climate varieties, especially its Pinot Noir. Throughout Sonoma County and many AVAs within California, […]
Glancy Wine Education Foundation Announces Ana Keller as President and Adds New Board Member Peter Andrews
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The Glancy Wine Education Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Sonoma vintner Ana Keller as its new board President and the addition of importer Peter Andrews as a new board member. Founding President Cheryl Halloran will remain on the board in her role as Fundraising Chair. Originally […]
California Strawberry Festival is Back for 2023 at a New Venue, the Ventura County Fairgrounds
OXNARD, Calif. /California Newswire/ — After a three-year hiatus due to challenges brought on by the pandemic, the 2023 California Strawberry Festival will take place May 20-21. For the first time ever, the event will be held at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. This isn’t the first time the Festival has outgrown a location, and the […]
Viticultural expert Tim Rowe named Vineyard Manager at Domaine Carneros Winery in Sonoma County
NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — As harvest kicks off in Napa this week, Domaine Carneros Winery is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim Rowe, seasoned viticultural expert with over a decade of impressive positions within the California wine industry, to the position of Vineyard Manager. Succeeding Alberto Zamora, who is retiring after a 40-year […]
Domaine Carneros Winery in Napa Announces New Iteration of Popular ‘Bubbles & Bites’ Experience
NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Founded in 1987, in the Carneros appellation of Northern California by the Champagne Taittinger family, Domaine Carneros is a grower producer of ultra-premium sparkling wines and limited production pinot noirs. As of May 1st, the winery is pleased to announce a new menu for its popular Bubbles & Bites tasting […]
Dream Big Darling seeds 2022 ‘FLOurish Program’ for emerging women leaders in California wine & spirits industry
PASO ROBLES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Dream Big Darling and The Millinger Group today announced, “FLOurish 2022,” a personalized assessment program for emerging women leaders in the wine and spirits industry. Qualified individuals are now invited to apply for one of 17 FLOurish scholarships that provide full-ride access to this innovative coaching and mentorship experience. […]
Parallel Napa Valley Winery Promotes Adrienne D.A. Smith to Partner
NAPA VALLEY, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The partners of Parallel Napa Valley are pleased to announce the promotion of their General Manager Adrienne D.A. Smith to General Manager and Partner. After four years with the company, Adrienne has overseen strong growth for the brand in her role overseeing marketing, hospitality, sales and operations with an […]
Beverage Industry Thought Leader Amanda Wittstrom Higgins Launches Full Cup Solutions
PASO ROBLES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Leveraging her knowledge of – and networks in – all aspects of the alcohol beverage space and propelled by a deep personal investment in the agricultural world, industry notable and business strategist Amanda Wittstrom Higgins recently launched Full Cup Solutions, a full-service firm specializing in results driven unconventional planning […]
Synergy for Ecological Solutions Makes 2021 Grant for Soil Health and Climate Wellness
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The nonprofit Synergy for Ecological Solutions made their first grant to Carbon Asset Network’s landowner member, Hellyer Ranch. This grant will enable the ranch to execute a customized plan for greater soil health developed by both Hellyer and Carbon Asset Network’s certified professional agronomist, Neal Fehringer. Originally published on […]
Alegría Fresh and Impact Bioenergy Sign a Strategic Deal to Deliver Alegría Farmacy Plant-based Food and Energy Systems
LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Erik Cutter, President and CEO of Alegría Fresh and Jan Allen, President and CEO of Impact Bioenergy are proud to announce the development of the Alegria Farmacy food production system. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Alegría Fresh and Impact Bioenergy Sign a Strategic Deal to Deliver Alegría Farmacy Plant-based […]
Katie Otto Joins California Farmland Trust Team after 12 years with the California FFA Foundation
ELK GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The California Farmland Trust (CFT) is pleased to announce Katie Otto as their new Development and Operations Director. She joins the CFT team after 12 years with the California FFA Foundation (Foundation) and brings her deep roots and experience with agriculture, fundraising and finance management to the organization. Originally […]
Together, Six Farms in California Connect and Expand Farmland Conservation – A Reason to Celebrate!
ELK GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — California Farmland Trust (CFT) announces the conservation of six new farms in Merced County. Four adjacent farms have created a large area of closely protected farmland; while nearby two other properties join already previously protected areas Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Together, Six Farms in California Connect and Expand […]
Winter Ice Buildup in Ponds and Lakes Can Cause a Host of Problems for Boats and Docks, as Well as for Fish and Wildlife
SANTA MARIA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — The change of seasons no longer means having to perform labor intensive tasks to safeguard your boat, dock and summer lake equipment from the damage that can occur from frigid, freezing water conditions. This winter use a Deicer in your lake or pond to prevent costly damage, says Discount […]
California Farmland Trust Earns National Recognition – CFT Helps Encourage Protection of Our Open Spaces
ELK GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — One thing that unites us as a nation is land: Americans strongly support saving the open spaces they love and that feed them. Since 2004, California Farmland Trust (CFT) has been doing just that for the people of California. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — California Farmland Trust Earns National […]
California Farmland Trust announces Significant Goal Achieved: 16,000 Acres of CA Farmland Protected
ELK GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire/ — California Farmland Trust (CFT), a Sacramento County based non-profit, has recently reached permanent protection of over 16,000 acres of California farmland – and CFT is celebrating! Why is this noteworthy? Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — California Farmland Trust announces Significant Goal Achieved: 16,000 Acres of CA Farmland Protected
Paragon Insurance Strengthens Wine Industry Operations with Promotion of Erik Kriens to Regional President in the West
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Paragon Insurance Holdings LLC (“Paragon”), a national multi-line specialty MGA (Managing General Agency) based in Avon, Conn., today announced the promotion of Erik Kriens to Regional President. Kriens is based in Paragon’s San Francisco office and reports directly to Paragon CEO and Co-founder Ron Ganiats. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com […]
Wente Vineyards Announces its 2019 Sustainable Winegrowing Report Card for Earth Day
LIVERMORE VALLEY, Calif. /California Newswire/ — In honor of today’s Earth Day 2019, Wente Vineyards is proud to share an updated series of green initiatives and programming, all of which reflect the winery’s longstanding (136 years and counting!) and ongoing commitment to sustainable wine growing. Originally published on CaliforniaNewswire.com — Wente Vineyards Announces its 2019 […]
Calif. Gov. Brown Signs Legislation Establishing Statewide Water Efficiency Goals
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — On Thursday, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. signed SB 606 by Senator Robert Hertzberg (D-Van Nuys) and AB 1668 by Assemblymember Laura Friedman (D-Glendale) to help the state better prepare for droughts …
Calif. Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for April 20, 2017 including State Board of Food and Agriculture
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — This week, Calif. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced the following appointments: First, Michelle Banonis, 40, of Sacramento, has been appointed assistant chief deputy director at the California Department of Water Resources. Banonis has been area manager for the Bay Delta Office at the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation since 2016, […]
Calif. Congressman Cárdenas Introduces Legislation to Honor César Chávez
WASHINGTON, D.C. and SACRAMENTO, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Today U.S. Representative Tony Cárdenas, introduced a congressional resolution honoring the life and work of César Chávez. Chávez was a prominent labor rights activist who organized migrant and farm laborers in the western United States. The news story Calif. Congressman Cárdenas Introduces Legislation to Honor César Chávez […]
Napa County Citizens Rally Nov. 18 to Block Walt Ranch Deforestation and Development Project
NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Napa County citizens and Defenders of East Napa Watersheds will rally in front of the County Administration Building at noon on Friday, November 18, 2016, Forests Forever announced today. This occasion is the first day of hearings on the appeal against the Walt Ranch project. The post Napa County Citizens […]