Melissa Hansen

Julie Tarara Ph.D. has been hired as the Washington State Wine Commission's new Research Program Manager. She replaces Melissa Hansen, who is retiring after 10 years at the Commission.

The Washington Wine Commission funds a host of research project. The Commission's Melissa Hansen explains how these projects benefit the industry and focus on real world issues impacting both viticulture and enology.

Melissa Hansen with the Washington State Wine Commission talks about the importance of the research they support, and the impact that research has had on the wine industry as a whole.

What are some of the Fiscal year 2026 research projects that are currently underway? The Washington State Wine Commissions Melissa Hansen takes a look.

The Washington State Wine Commission will host a WAVEx Wednesday May 14th focused on tannins in wine.  Melissa Hansen has a preview of the upcoming event.       If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquareme... Read More ...

Unfortunately, Smoke Exposure has become a frequent problem for the Northwest wine industry.  Melissa Hansen with the Washington state Wine Commission talks about efforts to keep grapes safe and Northwest wines tasting great.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...

The Washington State Wine Commission will host a WAVEx webinar Wednesday January 22nd focused on smoke exposure.  The Commission's Melissa Hansen has a preview.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...

Next week's WAVEx Webinar will focus on irrigation, and the latest research taking place at Washington State University.  Melissa Hansen with the Washington State Wine Commission has a preview of next week's event.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-9791, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...

In today's Wine Minute, Melissa Hansen with the Washington state Wine Commission explains the importance of their annual research survey, and why everyone in the industry should participate.     You can take the survey by visiting the Washington State Wine Commission's Website.   ...

The Northwest Center for Small Fruits Research conference will take place in mid-November.  Melissa Hansen with the Washington state Wine Commission has a preview of this year's event.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-9791, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...