Regional Events

February 9, 16 & 23, 2008 Maryland Grape Growers Association 2008 Pruning Clinics Every year we host a series of pruning clinics, each with a particular lesson or example for review. Held at different vineyards throughout the state, everyone gets a hands-on, up-close look at different pruning techniques. In addition, general grape growing topics are discussed, such as variety selection, various training methods, pest management, etc. The tenantive schedule for 2008 is: Feb 9th - Keedysville Feb 16th - Upper Marlboro Feb 23rd - Eastern Shore Go to our Pruning Clinics Page for details. February 13, 2008 New Grape Grower Workshop - Southern Maryland The University of Maryland Cooperative Extension is offering one-day regional workshops for beginner and prospective grape growers in Maryland. Hughesville, MD For details contact: Ben Beale at 301-475-4484 or Joe Fiola at 301-432-2767 x344 February 20, 2008 New Grape Grower Workshop - Eastern Shore The University of Maryland Cooperative Extension is offering one-day regional workshops for beginner and prospective grape growers in Maryland. Chespeake College, Queen Anne's County For details contact: Shannon Dill at 410-822-1244 or Joe Fiola at 301-432-2767 x344 See Registration.doc or go to UMD Calendar. March 1, 2008 Maryland Wine and Grape Industry Annual Meeting and Dinner Sponsored by the Maryland Grape Growers Association and the Maryland Wineries Association in cooperation with the University of Maryland Cooperative Extension. Turf Valley Resort - Ellicott City, MD Details, directions and registration information.