The Washington Winegrowers Association announced in a news release plans to hold WineVit 2022 in-person Feb. 7–10 at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, Washington. 

Formerly known as the Winegrowers Convention & Trade Show, WineVit is an annual opportunity for the Northwest grape and wine industry to discover new technologies, connect with peers and engage with industry thought leaders, according to the release.

The event will feature a trade show, poster session spotlighting the latest industry research, a state-of-the-industry report and educational sessions addressing key industry topics and issues such as sustainability, efficiencies in wineries and cost saving on labor. 

The Leadership & Legacy Luncheon will recognize industry leaders and legends and will feature keynote speaker Will Bowen, founder of the Complaint Free Movement. 

The event will adhere to COVID-19 safety rules and recommendations issued by public health experts and standards set by the Centers for Disease Control and federal, state and local governments, according to the release.

Attendee registration opens in November, with early-bird and member registration discounts available. Visit winevit.org for more information.

—by Jonelle Mejica