Formed in 1976 to further the art and science of growing grapes in cold climates, the Association sponsors workshops, tours, tastings of locally produced wines and sponsors an important annual conference on cold climate viticulture featuring speakers from the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Novice, experienced, amateur or professional/commercial from all states and countries are invited to join.

MGGA Annual POTLUCK Picnic
John and Maureen Maloney Vineyard DATE: July 19, 2008 TIME: 11 am Start LOCATION: 36862 County 57 Blvd. Dennison, MN DIRECTIONS: From Cannon Falls: Travel south on Hwy 52 approx. 1 mile; turn right on Co. Rd. 14 for 3.5 miles. Turn right on Co. 57 Blvd., and go 1.25 miles. Driveway is on the right side of the road. Click below for mapquest/then on aerial view: For more information and to VOLUNTEER, please contact Cyndi Ross at 651-647-9403 or clross87@yahoo.com.		It’s that time again to holster your Felco, park the sprayer, and kick back for just one summer afternoon to enjoy the company of new and old friends at John Maloney’s Cannon River vineyard (NOT the winery in town)Bring your favorite beverages and a dish to pass; electricity is available for crockpots, etc., and John is offering his grill. Due to limited seating, please bring your lawn chairs. And we need volunteers to direct parking and help set up - c’mon, make a day of it!This year, we’ll get to enjoy John and Maureen’s new pavilion/barn, and John has offered to also share his experiences with first year vineyard establishment, which is a popular topic with all our new/potential growers. Bob Bruno will be here to show his awesome Rodenator device against tunneling varmints, as well as other nuisance wildlife control products and strategies. Be prepared to be “blown away” by his demo! At the Vineyard NOT the winery in town. Cyndi Ross, Minnesota Grape Growers Association

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2008 Conference Information

2008 Conference Presentations The presentations from this year’s conference are now available for viewing on the MGGA site.

The Minnesota Grape Growers Association (MGGA) held the “Cold Climate Grape & Wine Conference” on February 14th, 15th and 16th, 2008. The conference focused on the Business of Growing Grapes & Making Wine in the North.

2009 Cold Climate Conference

This years conference will be held February 13th - 15th, 2009 at the Sheraton Bloomington Hotel. Planning is underway for another schedule of informative sessions on growing grapes and making wine. Set aside the date and plan on this “must attend” event.

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2008 MGGA Annual Meeting Please join us at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen on Saturday–January 17th, 2009– for the MGGA Annual Meeting reporting on the past year and our educational Winter Symposium. The $30 fee at the door will buy you lunch with wine and a wonderful wine social following the days activities. Hope to see you there!