LERGP Pesticide Calibration Service

April 1, 2025
April 30 - May 1, 2025
May 30, 2025
June 2, 2025
June 30, 2025

Pesticide Calibration service to growers on a first come first serve basis.

Megan Luke will be conducting Sprayer Calibration services. This service is free for NY growers who are LERGP members, and any PA growers.  This is due to the funding source that is allowing us the opportunity to provide this service. 

This service will run from April 1 through June 30. 

Register with the link below; Megan will contact you to set up a time to meet for calibration. Please be sure to provide full and accurate contact information.

 

Vineyard Sprayer Best Practices: Expert Forum Discussion LIVE WEBINAR

April 15, 2025, from 12 NOON – 1:30 PM

Optimize vineyard efficiency with expert sprayer tips on maintenance, calibration, and best practices in this essential workshop for growers.

About the Live Webinar

Discover how to enhance your vineyard’s efficiency and productivity with an informative workshop focused on vineyard sprayer practices. Learn the essentials of maintenance, calibration, and optimization to ensure that every application hits its intended target, reducing waste and maximizing the impact of your investment in costly products. This session will empower vineyard managers and growers with practical strategies to fine-tune their equipment, improve coverage, and support sustainable practices. Whether you're new to vineyard management or looking to refine your techniques, this workshop offers valuable insights to elevate your operations.

Who is this for?

  • Vineyard owners

  • Winery owners

  • Vineyard managers

  • Winemakers

What will you learn?

  • Vineyard sprayer technology

  • Vineyard sprayer calibration

  • Vineyard sprayer best practices

 Event Details

This 90-minute live webinar is free and will address pre-submitted and live questions while reviewing current best practices in vineyard nutrient management. Upon registration, a Qualtrics link will be provided for submitting questions to the panelists in advance.

 

Eastern Viticulture and Enology Forum Series (EVEF) is a collaborative effort between the Penn State Extension Grape and Wine Team and several viticulture and enology Extension programs from the following U.S. land grant institutions: Colorado State University, Cornell University, University of Georgia, Iowa State University, University of Maryland, Michigan State University, University of Minnesota, North Carolina State University, Ohio State University, and Rutgers University, Texas A&M University, University of Vermont, Virginia Tech, and University of Wisconsin. As part of the Eastern Viticulture and Enology Forum Webinar Series, this session is a collaborative effort between these viticulture and enology extension programs coordinated for grape growers and winemakers.

 

This event is being offered at no charge to participants.

Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.

A link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date.

 

The New York Wine and Grape Foundation Listening Session

Date: Tuesday, May 6th

Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (includes lunch)

Location: Cornell Lake Erie Research and Extension Lab, 6592 West Main Road Portland, NY 14769

On Tuesday, May 6th, the New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) will host a Listening Session at Cornell Lake Erie Research and Extension Lab, and they’d love to see you there!

This event is designed to provide growers and wineries with important updates on NYWGF initiatives, including:

  • 🔬 Our 2025-26 Research Priorities and Funding

  • 🍇 The New York State Vineyard Survey

  • 🌱 The Sustainable Winegrowing Program

They’re also thrilled to welcome Stefan Fleming from Empire State Development, who will share key information on state incentives, export opportunities, and regulatory updates for the craft beverage industry.

This is more than just an informational session—it's a chance for growers and wineries to speak directly to NYWGF and help shape the future of our industry.

Lunch will be provided, and we hope you'll consider joining us in person.

 

IN-PERSON WORKSHOP- Juice and Wine Laboratory Analysis

May 20, 2025 – May 21, 2025

State College, PA

 

ABOUT THE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

Discover the fundamentals of juice and wine laboratory analysis at this immersive workshop. Through a blend of lectures and extensive hands-on practice, participants will learn essential techniques for evaluating juice and wine quality. Gain confidence in conducting basic and intermediate analyses, from measuring acidity and sugars to assessing stability and fermentation progress.

EVENT DETAILS

During this two-day workshop, participants will receive breakfast and lunch each day while engaging in full-day laboratory and lecture sessions led by Penn State Extension experts. Registration includes a copy of the recently published Penn State Extension product Juice and Wine Laboratory Analysis.

  • When

    • May 20–21, 2025
      (9:00 AM-5:00 PM)

  • Where

    • Penn State University Department of Food Science

    • Rodney A. Erickson Food Science Building, State College, PA 16803

  • Register By: May 2, 2025  
    See event fee details.

  • Who is this for?

    • Winemakers

    • Cellar workers

    • Winery laboratory personnel

  • What will you learn?

    • Basic and intermediate juice and wine analysis

    • Proper laboratory technique

    • Laboratory safety

    • Why and when to test

    • Interpreting lab results

    • Introduction to enzymatic testing

Space is limited. Preregistration is required.