Scenic Rivers Grape & Wine Association
Scenic Rivers Grape & Wine Association Inc., is a local non-profit organization organized to:
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Gather & provide information regarding viticulture (culture of grapes) |
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Better the conditions of those engaged in viticulture and encourage sustainable viticulture practices |
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Improve the quality and marketability of grapes produced in Iowa, Illinois & Missouri through the use of education and research |
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Promote the Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri wine industry and other value-added uses of grapes |
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Network and cooperate with related government agencies, educational institutions, development organizations and private industry to address these stated purposes |
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Promote a healthy political environment conducive to grape growing and wine making |
In an effort to promote the grape and wine industry in the region, the association is initiating a membership drive to determine the interest of wineries and vineyards in participating in collaborative marketing efforts, establishment of a wine trail, educational events, and other mutually beneficial activities. In order to be included in these efforts, we are asking that you complete the following registration form and return it along with the $10 membership fee made payable to: Geode RC&D, Inc., 308 N. Third Street, Burlington, IA 52601.
If you have a question about this initiative, please contact Mike Pence at (319) 372-0909 or via email at hrtlndhrvst@msn.com.
Scenic Rivers Grape & Wine Association
2116 290th Avenue
Fort Madison, IA 52627
(319) 372-7552