(FOX40.COM) — According to the California Association of Winegrape Growers, the Golden State produces about 80% of all wine in the United States.

The wine industry has been a major economic driver for the state for decades. Creating hundreds of thousands of jobs, generating billions in revenue, and attracting tourism.

However, now the state’s wine industry is in a crisis, tackling several challenges. It’s an impact affecting local farmers and wineries in Northern California

“I am fourth-generation farmer here in Clarksburg for my family's farm, Wilson Vineyards, and I am the owner and winemaker of Silt Wine Company,” said David Ogilvie.

Just like many grape growers in California, this year some of Ogilvie’s grapes will go unpicked because of no buyers.

“This is the first time, in my f

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