Vineyard Team's 2026 Lineup, and more! | SIP Certified Member Tip
April 11, 2026
Inspections are due in just over 90 days! Here are 5 steps to stay on top of it:
There's Still Time to Register!
04/29 Webinar: Meet Your New SIP Certified Toolkit
We’re hosting a live session for SIP Certified members to explore the newest tools and resources on the website.
We’ll cover:
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- Consumer personas shaping today’s wine purchases
- How the website serves both consumers and members
- The new Wine Finder and how to ensure your brand is included
- A tour of the ready-to-use marketing and sales tools
- Practical tips for speaking confidently with buyers and consumers
Certification Next Steps
Work on Your Application
Chapters 5 & 6
Work on your application a little each month to ease your workload come certification time.
This month, work on chapters:
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- Chapter 5 — Water Conservation and Quality
- Chapter 6 — Energy Conservation and Efficiency
Update Your Blocks & Gallons
Certification fees are based on certified acres (vineyards) and gallons (wineries).
Update yours for accurate invoices and certification letters.
Watch the tutorial to learn how.
Mark Your Calendar
JUL 15 | Inspections Are Due
All inspections must be complete by July 15.
Please note, applicants are subject to late fees ($250–$500) for late reports caused by late documentation.
Keep Learning
APR 28 | Tailgate: Dry Farm Site Tour
New Cuyama | 8 AM–12PM
APR 29 | Webinar: Meet Your SIP Certified Toolkit
Virtual—Register for Link | 10 AM–10:30 AM
MAY 08 | Tailgate: Holistic Soil Health
Paso Robles | 9 AM–11 AM
306: Using Barn Owls for Gopher and Rodent Control in Vineyards
Matt Johnson, Cal Poly Humboldt University
What's Up at Vineyard Team?
Vineyard Team's 2026 Lineup
With field-based Tailgates, industry collaborations, and the return of the Sustainable Ag Expo, this year’s lineup is designed to help growers navigate regulatory pressure, shifting grape markets, and rapidly evolving vineyard technology.