Since its inception in 1986, Newsom Grape Day has emerged as a vital event for the Texas wine industry, attracting growers, wineries, and industry professionals from across Texas and beyond. Generously hosted by Neal Newsom, this event features speakers who delve into topics such as grape cultivation, expanding wine businesses, and emerging industry trends.
Newsom Grape Day is held annually at Newsom Vineyards, 1611 State Highway 2196, Plains, Texas 79355.
Register now for Newsom Grape Day—April 25, 2025. Admission is free, but registration is required.
Note: This form is for attendee registration only. Watch this page and your inbox for information about exhibitor registration coming soon.
Schedule of Events
| 8:45 a.m. | Welcome & Introduction Cristin Kasprzak, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension |
| 9:00 a.m. | Grape Research and Departmental Updates at Texas A&M Dr. Amit Dhingra, Texas A&M University |
| 9:45 a.m. | Produce Recovery Fund Insight for Texas Grape Growers Randy Rivera, Texas Department of Agriculture |
| 10:30 a.m. | Vendor and Equipment Break |
| 11:15 a.m. | Healthy Grapes, Happy Winemakers Dr. Andreea Botezatu, Texas A&M University AgriLife Extension Enology |
| 12:00 p.m. | Lunch (Register to RSVP) Sponsored by Sunridge Nurseries, Nicolas Padsakoff, & Music by Dr. Amit Dhingra |
| 1:00 p.m. | Sustainable Vineyards From an Economic Standpoint Kirk Williams, Texas Tech University |
| 1:45 p.m. | Updated on Ongoing Viticulture Research in the Texas High Plains Dr. Patrick O’Brien, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service |
| 2:30 p.m. | Grapevine Pest and Disease Management (1 CEU) Daniel Hillin, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service |
| 3:30 p.m. | Grand Finale: “Sit and Chat Session” Circle the chairs and ask ANY question. |
| Regroup at Williams Ranch Vineyards Tasting Room |
About Texas Wine Foundation & the Hoss Newsom Viticultural Scholarship
Newsom Grape Day benefits the Hoss Newsom Viticultural Scholarship awarded by the Texas Wine Foundation (TWF) each spring during Grape Day.
TWF’s mission is to support, develop, and stimulate the health, growth, and improvement of the Texas wine and grape industry and the prosperity of its members by organizing, funding, creating, and implementing programs of education, research, and marketing.
Established in 2012, the Hoss Newsom Viticultural Scholarship is awarded to deserving students who demonstrate the qualities of commitment to and passion for the growing Texas wine industry.
Thank You to Our 2025 Exhibitors
