Recognitions & Accolades
These accomplishments, especially the pioneering and leadership of helping start the Idaho wine industry 40 plus years ago. In addition, Dr. Ron Bitner’s involvement and expertise in the bee world has been recognized with many accolades on his achievements, including:
Hero of Salmon, awarded by Salmon-Safe / 2021
Life Time Achievement Award, awarded by Idaho Wine Commission to Dr. Ron Bitner | 2020
Bee Friendly Farming Certified, 2018
Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Agriculture - Innovation Technology awarded to Dr. Ron Bitner | 2016
LIVE, Certificated sustainable (the first vineyard in Idaho) | 2014
Canyon County Farm Family of the Year, 2013
John V. Osmun Purdue University Alum. Prof. Achievement Award in Entomology awarded to Dr. Ron Bitner | 2011
Wine Press Northwest Winery of Year | 2009
College of Idaho Presidents Medallion awarded to Dr. Bitner | 2005
College of Idaho Alumni Award for 2002 awarded to Dr. Bitner | 2003
Dr. Ron Bitner Professional Activities
Pollinator Partnership Board of Directors | 2019 - Present
St. Lukes Hospital Regional Board | 2014 - Present
WineAmerica, Intermountain Regional Representative to National Board | 2005 - 2017
Chairman of the Wine Growers of America | 2009 - 2011
Idaho Grape Growers and Wine Producers Association. Director (2006 - 2007) | 1999 - 2006
College of Idaho, Board of Trustees | 2005 - 2013
Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History
Idaho State Board of Educational Research Council | 1990 - 2004
Arizona Desert Museum Pollinator Advisory Committee | 1990 - 2000
Greg Koenig presenting Dr. Ron Bitner, Life Time Achievement Award
Dr. Bitner receiving his 6th year year certified LIVE Sustainable.
Lt. Governor Brad Little awarding Dr. Bitner Gov. of Excellence in Agriculture.
Amy, Ron & Mary Bitner at Gov. of Excellence in Ag Ceremony. 2/16/2016