Wilridge winerys project aims to substantially increase the market share for organic wines produced in washington state and to double the capacity of its processing facility thereby boosting the local…

Wilridge winerys project aims to substantially increase the market share for organic wines produced in washington state and to double the capacity of its processing facility thereby boosting the local market for USDA certifiedorganic wine grapes within the yakima area. This expansion will be achieved through a phased approach beginning with a comprehensive market study and the development of a targeted marketing plan followed by the physical construction and expansion of the winerys production facility. The anticipated outcomes of this project include a significant increase in the demand for washington state organic wines leading to premium pricing for locally grown grapes and encouraging other winegrape producers in the region to pursue USDA organic certification. The primary beneficiaries of this project are the wineries processors and stakeholders within the winegrape industry as well as consumers seeking organic wine options. The project intends to support local farmers and ranchers by creating a larger more robust market for their organically produced grapes. This expansion will benefit the entire supply chain from growers to distributors and retailers and will increase the availability of organic wine within the market. By focusing on the growth of the organic wine sector in washington state the project will contribute to a broader expansion of the domestic organic wine market.