The Oregon Wine Board's Viticulture and Enology Research Grants fund research to improve wine quality, sustainability, and climate adaptation for Oregon's grape growers and winemakers.
Funder: Oregon Wine Board
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Research proposals submission deadline via UGMVE)
Funding Amounts: Recent annual funding $279,000–$398,000 total; typical project awards vary, multi-year projects possible; funds distributed in three installments.
Summary: Supports innovative research advancing grape growing and winemaking in Oregon, with emphasis on sustainability, wine quality, and climate adaptation.
The Oregon Wine Board (OWB) Viticulture and Enology Research Grants program funds scientific research projects that address critical challenges and opportunities in Oregon's wine industry. The grant aims to support research that advances wine quality, sustainable production, climate adaptation, and foundational knowledge in viticulture and enology. Funded projects are expected to generate practical outcomes for Oregon grape growers and winemakers, with results disseminated through industry seminars, extension publications, and peer-reviewed journals.