We are pleased to announce the 2025 WIGA Viticulture and Oenology Conference, and Island Wines Showcase, to be held on Friday April 25th at the Cobble Hill Hall.
We’re proud to once again bring together a highly skilled lineup of speakers, sharing their expertise and fresh perspectives on key industry topics.
Matt Struggnell – Head of Viticulture Ridgeview Wine Estate, Ditchling, England: Sap flow – Pruning Methodology and Switch Over
James Cassidy – OSU College of Agricultural Sciences: Soil! – What it is & How it works…
Brooke Hayes – UVIC, EcoSoil Lab Manager: Vineyard Microbiology
Robert Kwakernaak – Co-owner Cellar Dweller Filter Services: Membranes and MIPS: Wine Mitigation for 2025
Danielle Robinson – OK College School of business: Sustainability at any Scale, Making and Including Sustainable Thinking in Everyday Decisions
Jay Martiniuk – UBC Nutrition & Foods department: From Vineyard to Winery: Who is tagging along on your grapes: Uninoculated Fermentations
New this year:
Your conference ticket now includes access to the Wine Islands Showcase – no extra ticket needed!
Early Bird Tickets – On Sale Now!
Take advantage of our early bird ticket rates, available until April 14th:
- WIGA Members: $100
- Non-Members: $175 (includes a one-year WIGA membership)
After April 14th, regular pricing applies:
- WIGA Members: $125
- Non-Members: $200 (includes membership)
