April Member Tips
Have you looked at your 2025 application yet?
If you haven't already, now's the time to log in, click through your application, and make a list of the documents you need to supply this year.
Get Your SIP Together
Update Your Acres & Gallons
If your blocks and acres (vineyards) and/or gallons (wineries) have changed from last year, please update the database.
These details are used to calculate your invoice and will appear with your certification letter this summer.
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Mark Your Calendar
2025 SIP Certified Timeline
| ► Now - July 15 |
Complete Inspections
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| Mid-Aug. |
Notification of Eligibility, and Invoicing |
| Mid-Sept. |
Invoice Payments are Due
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| Dec. 1 | Renewals Due |
| Dec. 5 |
Year-Ends Due
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JUL 15 | Inspections are Due
All inspections and documents must be turned in by July 15.
Please note, applicants are subject to late fees ($250 - $500) for late documentation.
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Keep Learning
Tell Your Sustainable Story
Free, 30-Min Online Course
Your brand is SIP Certified, but you may not be sure how to communicate it with your customers.
This course is a simple yet powerful free tool to help you understand and communicate your Sustainable Story.
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APR 25 | Fungicide Spraying: Evolving Strategies & Grower Insights
San Luis Obispo | 9a - 11a
Join us at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for:
- Dr. Shunping Ding's updated study results:
- Efficacy of different fungicide programs
- Impact on grape yield
- Impact on berry chemistry
- New technologies to manage powdery mildew
- Grower panel discussion
P.S. arrive at 8:30a to tour Cal Poly's new, state of the art winery and vineyard!
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MAY 09 | Biochar Field Day
San Luis Obispo | 9a - 11a
Join us at Niner Wine Estates to learn about:
- The value of biochar
- States of biochar creation
- How to make the most of biochar
Plus, see a live demonstration of different methods and phases of production and hear from a panel of industry experts about how and why to use it.
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268: How to Tackle Leadership Transitions Successfully
Erin Hoffman, Collaboration Business Consulting
Succession planning is essential for businesses navigating leadership changes due to retirement, promotions, or new opportunities.
Listen in to learn what you should consider while building long-term exit strategies.
- Listen In - or find us on your podcast player!
Cheers!
Solving the Salty Delimma
Our Lady of Guadalupe | Sustainable Story
After discovering their high-salinity water was unsuitable for vineyard irrigation, the team at Our Lady of Guadalupe sought a creative solution. Inspired by farmers who use reverse osmosis, they partnered to design a system for their vineyard.
Plus, the Jose Grass that thrives on their wastewater reduces soil erosion and boosts biodiversity!
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