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.

Attendance during the morning presentations and wine tasting is free and open to everyone (RSVP required). Tickets are required for the luncheon and keynote speaker presentation.

REGISTER HERE

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

Attendees will earn 3 hours of DPR Continuing Education (OTHER category) while gaining tools they can immediately apply in the field.

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 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

Click Here for Sponsorship Information

Questions? Contact events@lodichamber.com