Mission Statement |
History |
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The mission of the Washington State Grape Society is to promote overall advancement of the grape industry in Washington State. Its duties include collecting and distributing valuable data and information to our members and stimulating the grape interest in the state. WSGS also serves our members by protecting their legislative interests. Members are growers and industry personnel who have an interest in and lend their assistance to promoting the organization’s purpose.
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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. Our board of directors is made up of elected grower members and educators, each for a three-year term. The board of directors meet on the first or second Friday of the month.
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