The Early ARRA Field Days were held at the ARRA breeding site in Bakersfield, California the week of July 9-12. New and established ARRA growers, exporters, importers, partners, and agents from around the world gathered to experience the ARRA wonders firsthand.

Following last year’s successful concept of private tailor-made tours, we continued hosting our guests in designated groups according to their region and needs, mostly accompanied by their local ARRA agent. The tours included a visit to the ARRA breeding site, followed by a tour of the commercial ARRA blocks at Giumarra Vineyards, ending at the presentation tables where guests could taste all the very early and early varieties – including new ARRA red and white selections.

We were delighted to host our annual ARRA gala dinner at the Bakersfield Country Club, where partners could enjoy discussions over fine food and wine. There’s nothing like good grapes, good wine, and above all, good company.