This November, growers and agricultural professionals will gather in San Luis Obispo for the 2025 Sustainable Ag Expo, an event designed to foster innovation, provide high-impact education, and create meaningful connections across the wine and agricultural industries.

When/Where:
Kick-Off Event - Monday, November 10, 5:00-7:00 pm  |  at Center of Effort Winery
Trade Show & Seminars - Tuesday, November 11 & Wednesday, November 12, 7:00 am-5:00 pm  |  at Madonna Expo Center

What to Expect

The 2025 program offers a robust lineup of content focused on critical topics like climate resilience, automation, and workforce development, with 17 in-person seminars offering 20+ hours of CE credit. Two-day ticket holders also receive access to 13 online courses with an additional 10+ CE hours available from October 13–November 28.

Even More Opportunities to Connect and Learn

• Kick-Off Event: The event begins with a special Monday Night Kick-Off hosted at Center of Effort Winery, featuring SIP Certified wines, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, and a keynote by Dr. Chris Chen. Dr. Chen will explore the future of vineyard management in a changing climate, touching on cultivar selection, soil health, and resource efficiency. Expo ticket holders can claim two free tickets while supplies last.
  Sponsored by Inland Desert Nursery.

• Grad Student Poster Session: Innovation takes center stage on Wednesday, November 12, during the Cal Poly Grad Student Poster Session. Attendees will gain firsthand insights into emerging research from the next generation of ag professionals and connect with students over lunch.

• Sustainable Beer & Gear: At the end of day 1, dive into vineyard automation with Jeff Lehar (Monterey Pacific Inc.), then unwind with a local brew and explore cutting-edge equipment from nine forward-thinking exhibitors.
  Sponsored by ProFarm Group.

• Donut Social: Start Wednesday with hot coffee and fresh local donuts—perfect for fueling a full day of learning and networking.
  Sponsored by Valent BioSciences.

• The SIP Certified Lounge + Registration Hub: A newly designed space to find resources, ask questions, connect with fellow attendees, and renew your Vineyard Team membership.
  Sponsored by Oxbo.

Sponsorship Opportunities Still Open

Although exhibitor booths are sold out, sponsorship opportunities are still available. Sponsors gain high-visibility exposure to decision-makers managing over 225,000 acres of vineyards, orchards, and row crops.

Contact Outreach & Event Coordinator Hayli Macomber at hayli@vineyardteam.org, or visit our sponsorship page to learn more.

About the Sustainable Ag Expo

The Sustainable Ag Expo is a multi-day seminar and tradeshow hosted by Vineyard Team. Since 1994, Vineyard Team has been a leader in sustainability, offering education and practical tools to advance sustainable winegrowing practices throughout the industry.