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The Nebraska Wine & Grape Industry. Where We’ve Been, Where We’re Going. WHERE WE’VE BEEN …. Nebraska Farm Wineries Act (1986): Increased production allowance from 200 to 50,000 gallons Early 1990’s: Fewer than 10 acres of grapes were in cultivation First Winery Opened in 1994:
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The Nebraska Wine & Grape Industry Where We’ve Been, Where We’re Going
WHERE WE’VE BEEN … Nebraska Farm Wineries Act (1986): Increased production allowance from 200 to 50,000 gallons Early 1990’s: Fewer than 10 acres of grapes were in cultivation First Winery Opened in 1994: Cuthills Vineyards in Pierce Largest Winery Opened in 1997: James Arthur Vineyards in Raymond
WHERE WE’RE GOING … • New Logo & Marketing Platform • Toast Nebraska – Premier Wine Experience • VitiNord 2015
Statewide Industry Festival Website: http://www.toastnebraska.com ! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toastnebraska ! Twitter: @toastnebraska ! Instagram: toastnebraska
International Cold Climate Conference November 11-15, 2015 VitiNordis a conference on the theme of wine growing in cold and northern climates. The objective is to spread knowledge and information about vines, viticulture and vineyards in cold climates.
Thank You! Jennifer K. Montgomery, Executive Director Nebraska Winery & Grape Growers Association April 2014