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The purpose of the Washington State Grape Society organization is for the overall advancement of the grape industry in the state of Washington. Its duties include collecting and distributing valuable data and information to our members; and protecting stimulating and assisting the grape interest in the state. Members are growers and industry personnel who have an interest in and lend their assistance to promoting the organization's purpose.

The Washington State Grape Society was organized in the fall of 1971. At that time, there were 9,700 acres of concord grapes which produced 75,000 tons. The wine grape industry was very small; about 200 acres. Today, the Grape Society's memberships topple over 400, with wine grape grower, juice growers and grape industry participating. 

Washington State Grape Society Activities:

  • Organizes annual Grape Seminar and Trade Show every November.
  • Publishes annual Proceedings.
  • Publishes Grapevine Notes, a bimonthly newsletter.
  • Serves as a unified voice on important issues.
  • Supports legislative activities.
  • Sponsors annual pruning strategies & demonstrations.
  • Awards annual Memorial Scholarship.
  • Organizes Summer Tour relating to current trends, issues in the grape industry.
  • Recognizes Grower of the Year and Walter J. Clore Award
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  • Free subscription to the Good Fruit Grower magazine.



  • Additional Information

    Membership registration form download