3.7.2016 By Michael Kaiser The Department of Agriculture (USDA) has finalized the rule repealing country of origin labeling rules (COOL) for certain muscle cuts of meat. The repeal, as authorized by the 2015 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, will allow the the US to avoid costly tariffs places on goods, including wine, exported into Canada and Mexico. … Read more
The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau has expanded the Willamette Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA) in Oregon. The AVA expansion, a long term initiative of WineAmerica member King Estate, was approved on March 3. The Willamette Valley AVA expansion will allow many wineries who currently label their wine with a state or county … Read more
3.7.2016 By Michael Kaiser Small Bills Bubbling Under the Radar With the presidential election in full swing, and with many Senators and Members of Congress seeking re-election, there will not be many substantive bills either passed or signed into law this year. However, there are several active bills that could impact the wine and grape … Read more
Summary of Findings 3.7.2016 By Tara Good In November 2015 WineAmerica conducted a national survey of wineries regarding music usage and licensing. The response was overwhelming. The business practices of performance rights organizations (PRO), including BMI, SESAC and ASCAP, have had a severely damaging effect on wineries abilities to host live music. Songwriters get paid … Read more
WineAmerica and Winegrape Growers of America are reuniting for the 2016 Wine and Grape Policy Conference, May 22 – 24, 2016. With a format that maximizes learning, advocacy and networking, only minutes away from Capitol Hill, this meeting is the industry’s opportunity to make its voice heard. The conference will feature speakers, presentations and insights on the … Read more
