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Please forward this e-newsletter to other members of your organization who might have interest in the articles. It's easy to subscribe -- follow the link at the bottom of any page at www.michiganwines.com to be sure you don’t miss an issue. Back issues are posted on the website under Industry/Council Business/E-Newsletters. Feedback and suggested content is always welcome. Contact Karel Bush at 517-284-5742 or bushk9@michigan.gov.
 Deadline for entries: July 8
Judging: July 26
Gold Medal Reception: August 4
The Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council invites wineries to submit eligible entries to the 2016 Michigan Wine Competition. Entry materials were mailed this week to all Michigan wineries and are posted on the Council's website www.michiganwines.com/competition. The deadline for entry forms is July 8. Late entries will not be accepted. Wine deliveries must arrive by July 15.
Invitations for winery representatives to attend the Gold Medal Reception (complimentary tickets available to those who enter wines) will be mailed in mid-July.
Lodging rooms at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center sell out weeks in advance for the night of the Reception, so please reserve early to avoid disappointment. Reservations may be made online (click on "check here for special rates" and enter Group Code GOL080416) or by phone at 800-875-5090 (reference Gold Medal Reception). Discounted room rates starting at $110 are guaranteed until July 5 or until rooms are sold out.
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A survey is being conducted that will be used to evaluate the feasibility and design of a Virtual "One Stop" HR Shop for agri-food employers. This project is in collaboration with The Learning Connection, in Dewitt, MI, and will inform the Collaborative Learning Plan funded by MSU's Center for Regional Economic Innovation (REI).
Please have the person responsible for Human Resources for your winery or vineyard complete the survey by June 24th. The survey can be completed online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2PM3KJJ.
Or print the survey and fax to the Michigan Grape & Wine Industry Council at 517-335-0950 or scan and email to Kristine@knowledgenavigators.com. All responses are confidential.
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June 21-22, Lansing
This conference has been designed to help businesses, municipalities, and environmental professionals comply with their environmental requirements.
With 6 concurrent tracks covering a variety of technical and introductory regulatory topics, the 2016 MECC has something for everyone; from those new to the environmental field to the experienced veteran.
Details and register online
SAVE THE DATE ...
Northern Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference
December 7, 2016
Traverse City
Contact Jim Ostrowski for details.
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At their May 26 meeting, the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council recognized the following businesses as "producers of Michigan wine" after reviewing their applications, bringing the total to 123 approved wineries throughout the state. These wineries are now eligible to participate in Council-sponsored promotion, including the Michigan Wine Country magazine and www.michiganwines.com.
Rudbeckia Winery, Petoskey
Wolfe Creek Winery, Galien
End of the Road Winery, Germfask
Above: The Council met at Mari Vineyards, the newest winery on Old Mission Peninsula. The next meeting is August 4 at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center in East Lansing. Council meetings are open to the public. Meeting schedule is posted at www.michiganwines.com/council-business.
Registration Deadline June 15
Got Pesticides? Local Farmers and other users of pesticides in Michigan can properly dispose of unwanted pesticides for free at the June 29 Clean Sweep Collection in Benton Harbor.
Michigan farmers, greenhouse operators, golf courses, pesticide retailers, and individuals can safely dispose of unwanted pesticides for free on Wednesday, June 29, 2016. The registration deadline is June 15, 2-weeks prior to the event. Another collection will take place July 27. Registration deadline for that event is July 13.
Registration forms and more information about the local event can be obtained at www.berriencounty.org/recycle and click "Clean Sweep Pesticide Collections" or call Jill Adams, Berrien County Environmental Property Manager, at 269-983-7111 x8234. Forms are also at Berrien, Cass, and Van Buren County MSU-Extension and Conservation District offices.
Accepted items are pesticides which include all the classes of "cides" -- fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and rodenticides. Fertilizers are not accepted as part of Clean Sweep unless they are a component of a pesticide formulation. This collection is NOT for empty pesticide container recycling.
The Clean Sweep Program is funded by a MI Department of Ag and Rural Development (MDARD) grant. The June 29th collection will take place in Benton Harbor. Upon registration, participants will be given directions to the event location and an appointment time to drop off pesticides.
For more information about the MDARD Clean Sweep Program, visit www.michigan.gov/mdard and search for "Clean Sweep Program".
The other Clean Sweep drop-off site in the region is located in Kalamazoo at the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center. The Kalamazoo HHW Center is open year around. For more information, visit www.kalcounty.com/hhw or call 269-373-5211.
Deadline to submit proposals: 3:00 p.m. EST, June 29, 2016
The State of Michigan has issued a call for proposals for Creative, Marketing and Advertising Services for the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). The Grape and Wine Program is housed within MDARD and will use the services of the successful bidder to assist with many of the promotional activities of the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council.
Information online at www.buy4michigan.com.
Deadline to submit propossals: 5:00 p.m. EST, August 1, 2016
The Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council (MGWIC) is hereby issuing a call for proposals for projects to commence January 1, 2017.
Research Priorities for FY17
Project Proposal Guidelines (includes budget form and anticipated reporting requirements for FY17 grant agreements)
The Viticulture and Enology Research and Education Committee's anticipated budget for 2017 awards is $150,000 and priority will be given to continuing projects from FY16.
Proposals related to the Council's overarching mission or promotion objectives will be directed to the full Council or the Promotion Committee, depending on the subject area. Funding for these projects will come from either the Council's discretionary general funds or the Promotion Committee budget, as determined by the Council.
Proposals are due no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 1, 2016, to Sherri Goodreau at goodreaus@michigan.gov.
Funding decisions will be communicated starting in November.
Potential applicants for these research grants are welcome to contact Karel Bush, bushk9@michigan.gov or 517-284-5742, with any questions about the Council's funding of research projects.
5 Lakes Energy conducted a webinar on April 20 to report on recent work to evaluate different sustainability program models from other wine regions for adaptation to a Michigan program. A recording of the webinar is available online.
Today's 20- and 30-somethings downed 159.6 million cases of wine in 2015, according to the Wine Market Council, accounting for 42% of all the wine consumed in the U.S. last year, the most of any age group.
Read the entire Forbes article
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We have added a page to the Council's website to list used vineyard and winery equipment for sale. If you have equipment to sell, contact Sherri Goodreau, goodreaus@michigan.gov, with information about the item(s), including a photo if available, to have them listed on the website - www.michiganwines.com/equipment.
Lawton Ridge Winery is selling a vertical stand with lever operation for foil spinners. Visit www.michiganwines.com/equipment for photo and details.
 Some of you may have received a phone call or email from Stefanie Wirth, a student assistant working with our Grape and Wine team. Or perhaps you met her at the Grape and Wine Conference in February, or the Michigan Wines Showcase in Detroit a few weeks ago.
Stefanie is working on several projects with the Grape and Wine team. In particular, we're delighted to have her onboard to assist with the many tasks related to the Michigan Wine Competition.
Stefanie has a keen interest in agriculture and the grape and wine industry. She is taking a viticulture course through VESTA and gaining practical experience in the vineyard at Burgdorf's Winery in Haslett. This spring, she planted a small number of grapevines (Riesling and Pinot Noir) and is looking forward to gaining even more experience with her own vineyard.
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Details for the following positions are posted www.michiganwines.com/jobs. If you have employment opportunities at your winery, contact Sherri Goodreau, goodreaus@michigan.gov, with information about the position, to have them listed on the Council's website.
French Valley Vineyards - Tasting Room Team Members (Leelanau Peninsula)
Sandhill Crane Vineyards - Tasting Room Manager (Jackson)
Mari Vineyards - Tasting Room Staff (Old Mission Peninsula)
Chateau Grand Traverse - Tasting Room Representative (Old Mission Peninsula)
 Midwest Buyers Mission
Where: Lansing, MI
When: August 1, 2016
Registration Deadline: June 17
Register with Food Export - Midwest for a Buyers Mission right here in your own backyard. Meet with pre-qualified international buyers interested in Michigan food and agriculture products, and gain market insight from Food Export In-Market Representatives and Food Export Helpline expert Dennis Lynch.
This event is the perfect low-cost opportunity to meet buyers from established and emerging markets in one place!
Register Here
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Research reports for five Council-funded projects conducted by Michigan State University faculty during 2015 are now available on the Council's website. Projects funded in 2015:
Michigan Vineyard IPM Extension Program
Developing Methods for Use of Own-rooted Vitis vinifera Vines in Michigan Vineyards
Biology and Management of Invasive Insect Pests in Michigan Vineyards
Strategic Modernization of Enviroweather Stations Serving the Michigan Grape and Wine Industries
Leaf Removal: A Tool to Improve Crop Control and Fruit Quality in Vinifera Grapes
... Wyncroft for being one of 20 wineries from around the world invited to participate in the International Pinot Noir Celebration.
... Bowers Harbor Vineyards for teaming up with Friends of Mission Point Lighthouse to create a "Lighthouse" Pinot Grigio with proceeds going to help preserve the lighthouse.
... 12 Corners Vineyards and Chateau Grand Traverse for receiving Best of Class honors at Pacific Rim International Wine Competition for 2015 Blue Creek Rose and 2013 Dry Riesling, respectively.
... Uncle John's Hard Cider for receiving Chairman's Award for Baldwin Hard Cider, and Chateau Grand Traverse for receiving Best of Class and Chairman's Award for 2012 Gamay Noir at Dan Berger's International Wine Competition.
... Michigan wineries earning high awards at International Eastern Wine Competition: Chateau Fontaine received Double Gold and Best of Class for 2013 Gewurztraminer; Lemon Creek Winery received Double Gold, Best of Class and Best Red for 2013 Meritage; Tabor Hill Winery received Best of Class and Best Sparkling for Grand Mark, and Double Gold for 2014 Riesling; Shady Lane Cellars received Best of Class for 2013 Riesling.
... Several wineries winning Double Gold medals at the Tasters Guild International Wine Competition: Chateau Fontaine Cherry; Domaine Berrien Cellars 2015 Seyval; Fenn Valley Vineyards 2015 Edelzwicker; St. Julian 2015 Braganini Reserve Late Harvest Vignoles, Solera Cream Sherry, Red Heron, and Sweet Nancie; Tabor Hill Winery 2013 Kerner; Verterra Winery 2015 Rose of Pinot Noir.
Research examines grape hardiness (Summerland Review)
How geography and wine come together on the 45th parallel (Chicago Tribune)
University announces new wine grape (Minnesota Daily)
Wine Trail Grows (South Bend Tribune)
Scenes from the Showcase (HOUR Detroit)
New winery on Old Mission Peninsula opens (UpNorthLive)
6 ways to say 'yes' to Michigan wines (Detroit Free Press)
Tabor Hill's "21-club" Victory Dance (Moody on the Market)
Rove Estate Winery opens in Traverse City (MyNorth)
Winery near Traverse City paying for trees in state parks (Detroit Free Press)
Amanda Danielson: Age appeal essential to future of wine (Traverse City Record-Eagle)
April is Wine Month in Michigan (Fox 2 Detroit)
Michigan Wine Month Encourages Visitors to Michigan Wineries (winebusiness.com)
Making wine taste a buck and a half sweeter (Traverse City Record-Eagle)
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