CULTIVAR

CULTIVAR is a signature leadership experience that brings vineyard professionals together for immersive learning, connection, and growth. Over three days, participants engage in a dynamic agenda that blends technical vineyard knowledge with leadership development and practical workplace insights.

Sessions are led by respected experts from universities, industry organizations, and local agencies, offering real-world perspectives on topics such as soil health, plant nutrition, vineyard management practices, workplace communication, safety, and personal well-being. Attendees can choose from breakout sessions aligned with their interests, while dedicated leadership tracks provide supervisors and emerging leaders with tools to strengthen communication, decision-making, team management, and problem-solving.

Through these experiences, participants build skills they can apply immediately on the job, gain confidence, and expand their professional opportunities. The program helps prepare vineyard professionals to step into greater responsibility, strengthening teams, workplaces, and the broader Napa Valley winegrowing community.

Napa County farmworkers are invited to attend a comprehensive three-day Spanish-language conference designed to increase viticultural knowledge and expand professional skills.

This unique event provides an in-depth exploration of the "why" behind essential vineyard practices while offering valuable opportunities to develop leadership skills.

Whether attendees are looking to refine their expertise or grow as leaders in the field, the conference offers a chance to learn and connect while providing tools to support career advancement within Napa Valley’s vibrant viticulture community.

Spanish language seminars are presented by industry experts from UC Davis, Relation Insurance, Western Center for Ag Health and Safety, Napa County RCD, Napa County Ag Commissioner’s Office, and more.

​CULTIVAR maintains a long-standing reputation for excellence and has been hosted by the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation for over a decade.

Attendance is complimentary for all Napa County vineyard workers. The impactful, relevant curriculum directly supports Napa County vineyard workers.

Attendee Testimonials

  • "All presenters were very professional and subject-matter experts."

  • ​"Everything was great, and it was very important for us."

  • "I really enjoyed the group work. Understanding that each job has its own challenges, and that I am not the only one in the same boat, is helpful."   

2025 Program Agendas

CULTIVAR 2025 Presentations

Access the audio recordings and PowerPoint slides for all presentations from CULTIVAR 2025 via the YouTube Channel below.

CULTIVAR 2024 Presentations

Access the audio recordings and PowerPoint slides for all presentations from CULTIVAR 2024 via the YouTube Channel below.


CULTIVAR 2023 Presentations