Lodi Grape Day 2026
74 Years of Research. Education. Innovation.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
8:05 AM – 11:30 AM
Hutchins Street Square | Lodi, CA
Lodi Grape Day is the region’s premier annual educational forum for the winegrape industry. Each year, growers, PCAs, private applicators, and technical advisors from across California gather on the first Tuesday of February to hear directly from leading university researchers and industry experts.
Now in its 74th year, Lodi Grape Day is proudly presented by the Lodi District Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness Committee in partnership with University of California Cooperative Extension.
Why Attend
Lodi Grape Day delivers research-driven, practical vineyard management insights focused on:
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- Disease and insect control
- Precision viticulture
- Irrigation system performance
- Emerging pest threats
- New technologies shaping vineyard efficiency
2026 Featured Topics & Speakers
Highlights from this year’s program include:
- Drones in Viticulture – Dr. Justin Tanner, UC Cooperative Extension
- Drip Irrigation System Maintenance – Dr. Moneim Mohamed, UC Cooperative Extension
- Integrated Management of Powdery Mildew, Botrytis & Late-Season Rots – Dr. Akif Eskalen, UC Davis
- Leafhopper & Vine Mealybug Control – Dr. Robert Van Steenwyk, UC Berkeley
- Spotted Lanternfly: Early Detection & Preparedness – Dr. Cindy Kron, UC Cooperative Extension
- Precision Viticulture & Spatial Vineyard Management – Dr. Cliff Yu, Fresno State University
Who Should Attend
- Winegrape growers
- Pest Control Advisors (PCAs)
- Private applicators
- Vineyard managers
- Agricultural consultants
- Technical advisors
Sponsorship Opportunities
Lodi Grape Day is made possible through the generous support of agribusiness partners. Sponsorship opportunities range from $200 to $2,500 and include:
- Year-long online recognition
- Program advertising
- On-site visibility
- Luncheon tickets
- Promotional opportunities at Grape Day and Farm Safety Day
Sponsorships available through January 17, 2025
Register / Sponsor
Registration and sponsorship details coming soon
Questions? Contact events@lodichamber.com
Date and Time
Tuesday Feb 4, 2025
12:00 PM - 12:00 PM PST
Location
Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St. Lodi, CA
