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Advanced Research and Mitigation Strategies at the 2025 ASEV Smoke Taint Symposium
Wildfire smoke continues to pose significant challenges to viticulture, impacting grape quality and wine production. The 2025 ASEV National Conference addresses this pressing issue through a dedicated Smoke Taint Symposium, bringing together leading researchers to share insights and advancements in understanding and mitigating smoke exposure in vineyards. Symposium Highlights: Systems Approach to Vineyard Monitoring: Elizabeth Tomasino (Oregon State University, Corvallis) introduces comprehensive strategies for monitoring vineyards affected by smoke. Atmospheric Studies: Mike Kleeman (University of California, Davis) discusses smoke emissions, atmospheric aging, and deposition patterns in California. Modeling Smoke-Taint Conditions:…
Explore Monterey Wine Country at the ASEVâs Vineyard & Winery Tour on June 16
Kick off the 2025 ASEV National Conference with an immersive, full-day exploration of Monterey Countyâs renowned wine region. The Monterey County Vineyard & Winery Tour takes place on Monday, June 16, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., offering attendees an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the vineyards and wineries that define this coastal AVA. Guided by Kristen Barnhisel, winemaker for white wines at J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, the tour includes multiple stops across the region, showcasing Montereyâs diverse terroirs and innovative viticultural practices. Lunch will be provided at Rustique Wines,…
Secure Your Stay â ASEV Conference Housing Deadline Approaching!
Discounted Hotel Rate Ends May 27 Planning to attend the 2025 ASEV National Conference in Monterey? Donât miss your chance to lock in the special conference housing rate before it expires on Tuesday, May 27! ASEV has negotiated exclusive rates to offer attendees significant savings and easy access to all the action. With sessions, networking events, and tours filling the week of June 16-19, staying close to the conference center ensures you wonât miss a beat. Rooms are booking fast, and after May 27, rates will increase, and availability will…
Dig Into the Science: 2025 ASEV Research Abstracts Now Online
The 76th ASEV National Conference, happening June 16â19, 2025 in Monterey, is packed with cutting-edge presentations from researchers across the globe. Now, you can preview and explore the science behind those sessions with the newly posted conference abstractsâavailable online. From vineyard microbiomes and climate-driven viticulture to tannin management and novel winemaking techniques, this yearâs research covers every corner of the grape and wine sciences. Whether you're attending in person or want to follow science, the abstracts offer an excellent way to: See whatâs trending in wine and grape research Identify…
Keynote Spotlight: Dr. Laura Catena to Tackle Wine, Health, and Public Policy at ASEV National Conference
Join us in Monterey, California, on June 18 as internationally recognized physician, researcher and winemaker Dr. Laura Catena takes the keynote stage at the 76th ASEV National Conference. In her address, âReviewing Alcohol and Health: Perspectives on the 2025â2030 U.S. Dietary Guidelines, Recent Reports, and Flawed Comparisons to Tobacco,â Dr. Catena will offer a science-forward examination of alcoholâs role in public health narrativesâbacked by decades of medical experience and research through the Catena Institute of Wine. With growing global scrutiny on alcohol policy, this keynote address promises an evidence-based perspective…
ASEV Honors Larry Bettiga with 2025 Merit Award
Veteran viticulture advisor and researcher Larry Bettiga will receive ASEVâs highest honor at this yearâs National Conference in Monterey. Bettiga will deliver the 2025 ASEV Merit Award presentation, âIn the Question of Vine Development â Does Size Matter?â 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…
Dr. Markus Keller to Present 2025 ASEV Honorary Research Lecture
Renowned viticulture scientist Dr. Markus Keller will deliver the 2025 ASEV Honorary Research Lecture, âSimply Water: HâO and Prejudice,â on June 18 at the ASEV National Conference in Monterey. Known globally for his expertise in grapevine physiology, Dr. Keller will explore the science of water in viticultureâfrom how it moves through the vine to its impact on yield and fruit quality. A distinguished professor at Washington State University and author of The Science of Grapevines, Dr. Keller brings more than 30 years of pioneering research to this highly anticipated lecture.…
Texas A&Mâs Dr. Justin Scheiner to Receive ASEV Extension Distinction Award
Dr. Justin Scheiner, Associate Professor and Extension Viticulture Specialist at Texas A&M University, will be honored with the ASEV Extension Distinction Award at this yearâs National Conference. His presentation, âIs Anyone Listening? Stakeholder Engagement in a Post-COVID World,â will take place on Wednesday, June 18, and will explore the evolving landscape of outreach in the grape and wine industry. Known for his hands-on support of growers across Texas, Dr. Scheiner leads statewide education programs focused on sustainable practices and practical solutionsâfrom canopy and irrigation management, to workshops addressing Pierceâs disease.…
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Texas A&Mâs Dr. Justin Scheiner to Receive ASEV Extension Distinction Award
Dr. Justin Scheiner, Associate Professor and Extension Viticulture Specialist at Texas A&M University, will be honored with the ASEV Extension Distinction Award at this yearâs...
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Dr. Markus Keller to Present 2025 ASEV Honorary Research Lecture
Renowned viticulture scientist Dr. Markus Keller will deliver the 2025 ASEV Honorary Research Lecture, âSimply Water: HâO and Prejudice,â on June 18 at the ASEV...
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ASEV Honors Larry Bettiga with 2025 Merit Award
Veteran viticulture advisor and researcher Larry Bettiga will receive ASEVâs highest honor at this yearâs National Conference in Monterey. Bettiga will deliver the 2025 ASEV...
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Keynote Spotlight: Dr. Laura Catena to Tackle Wine, Health, and Public Policy at ASEV National Conference
Join us in Monterey, California, on June 18 as internationally recognized physician, researcher and winemaker Dr. Laura Catena takes the keynote stage at the 76th...
ENEWS
Dig Into the Science: 2025 ASEV Research Abstracts Now Online
The 76th ASEV National Conference, happening June 16â19, 2025 in Monterey, is packed with cutting-edge presentations from researchers across the globe. Now, you can preview...