Napa growers stay cautious as California declared drought-free

Scientists and industry analysts caution that improved water conditions do little to offset the deepening crisis in the North American wine market.

“The Napa Valley Grapegrowers’ mission is to cultivate viticultural excellence while protecting the natural resources that make Napa Valley unique, and this designation does not change how our growers operate day to day,” Justin Leigon, vice president and partner at Pina Vineyards Management and vice president of Napa Valley Grapegrowers, told the drinks business.

He added that Napa growers have long invested in water conservation, data-driven farming and long-term planning under California’s Sustainable Groundwater Management Act and local groundwater sustainability programmes. “As a result, our focus remains on resilience, efficiency and environmental stewardship over the long term,” he said.

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