The 2026 ROOTSTOCK Conference turns to the workforce that sustains Napa Valley’s vineyards year-round, exploring how growers are adapting to a shifting labor landscape while supporting the people and practices that define quality winegrowing. Key themes include: State of the Valley: a look at where Napa agriculture stands today, from vineyard acreage and property values to the regulatory landscape shaping the year ahead. AB 1066, One Year In: what the fully phased-in overtime law means for grower operations and farmworker pay, one year into implementation. Understanding H-2A: program mechanics, housing considerations, and the differing approaches growers are taking as the program’s future in the valley evolves. Labor Law for Vineyard Employers: overtime rules, compliance risks, and the legal responsibilities every vineyard employer needs to know.