Wine research

Winegrapes during fall harvest near Leavenworth, Wash. Winemakers in Washington state are worried about the impact of smoke from wildfires.

SEATTLE — The Washington wine industry will boost its research budget nearly 300% over the next four years.

The Washington State Wine Commission board approved a new strategic research plan on June 21 to fund an estimated $5.5 million in projects to carry the state’s viticulture and enology research program forward.

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