American Society for Enology and viticulture advancing knowledge, inspiring solutions since 1950 logo

ASEV Honors Larry Bettiga with 2025 Merit Award

  • May 22, 2025
  • Category: eNews

Veteran viticulture advisor and researcher Larry Bettiga will receive ASEV’s highest honor at this year’s National Conference in Monterey. Bettiga will deliver the 2025 ASEV Merit Award presentation, “In the Question of Vine Development – Does Size Matter?” on Thursday, June 19, reflecting on his four decades of contributions to applied viticultural research and grower education.

Based in Monterey County with the UC Cooperative Extension, Bettiga has long been a trusted leader in advancing science-based practices for vineyard productivity, sustainability and grape quality. With over 450 technical publications to his name, his work has shaped the way wine grapes are grown across coastal California.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the industry’s most respected voices, whose legacy continues to guide the future of viticulture.

Share:

Latest News

Jan 19, 2026
ENEWS

Reminder: Call for Abstracts Deadline February 10

ASEV and ASEV-ES invite you to submit an abstract for presentation at the joint 77th ASEV National Conference and 50th ASEV Eastern Section Annual Conference...
Jan 19, 2026
ENEWS

ASEV Honors Dr. Anita Oberholster with Renamed Extension Award

The American Society for Enology and Viticulture (ASEV) has renamed its Extension Distinction Award to The Anita Oberholster Award for Extension Excellence, honoring the late...
Jan 19, 2026
ENEWS

Join ASEV at Unified Symposium and Save with Early Bird Registration by Jan 20

ASEV invites members and the larger community to connect at the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium this January, one of the industry's premier gatherings for...
Jan 19, 2026
ENEWS

A Closer Look at Vineyard Nutrition at the 2026 ASEV National Conference

Vineyard nutrition remains a cornerstone of vine performance, yet new research continues to reshape best practices. The Vineyard Nutrition Symposium at the ASEV National Conference...
Jan 19, 2026
ENEWS

New Author Contribution Requirements Coming to AJEV in 2026

The American Journal of Enology and Viticulture (AJEV) is introducing the CRediT system to identify author roles or contributions for submitted manuscripts. As of January...