This event is the result of intense studies by Lodi’s Mealybug Biocontrol & Grapevine Virus Research Focus Groups, comprised of volunteer growers, PCAs, scientists, extension personnel, and industry leaders who gather monthly to discuss short- and long-term strategies to solve our mealybug & virus challenges.

Topics and speakers:
VIRUS WORKBOOKS. Stephanie Bolton, PhD, Lodi Winegrape Commission
VIRUS VECTORS & BIFS PROJECT. Kent Daane, PhD, + Nathan Mercer, PhD, UC
LEAFROLL VIRUS SPREAD. Chris Storm, MS, Crop Solutions
MAPPING, SCOUTING & ROGUEING. Charlie Starr IV, PCA + Grower, Crop Solutions
RED BLOTCH TESTING & SUDDEN VINE COLLAPSE. Maher Al Rwahnih, PhD, UC – FPS
VIRUS SAMPLING & CANINE DETECTION OF VIRUSES. Neil McRoberts, PhD, UC
REGIONAL COOPERATION AROUND VIRUSES. Caine Thompson, Gimblett Gravels + Rabble
Q&A SESSION. Aaron Lange, LangeTwins & Guest Speakers