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

Greg Koenig presenting Dr. Ron Bitner, Life Time Achievement Award

Dr. Bitner receiving his 6th year year certified LIVE Sustainable.

Dr. Bitner receiving his 6th year year certified LIVE Sustainable.

Lt. Governor Brad Little awarding Dr. Bitner Gov. of Excellence in Agriculture.

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

Amy, Ron & Mary Bitner at Gov. of Excellence in Ag Ceremony. 2/16/2016