Tom Croghan of Dodon Vineyard explains how they use the tools of agroecology to regenerate the soil: limiting tillage, applying organic amendments, incorporating indigenous microorganisms from the surround forest and using grazing animals. They have discarded the either/or mentality to find values-driven, integrated solutions that benefit the environment, the community and their company. An excellent read.
How to make your vineyard more resilient to climate change We are entering an era where climate patterns no longer follow predictable cycles. Temperatures continue to rise, rainfall becomes erratic, and weather events grow more violent and frequent. Climate adaptation and climate change resilience are becoming urgent challenges for wine growers. The new normal is…
Really excellent webinar in collaboration with the Wine Society. Hosted by Becky Sykes with: Viticulture research supremo Kees van Leeuwen covers the big picture of rising temperatures in vineyards and the end product, aromas in wine. Daniela has strong background in research and shares her research in Mendoza, Argentina. Pepe is dry farming in Spain,…
Really excellent webinar in collaboration with the Wine Society. Hosted by Becky Sykes with: Mary Retallack is an extraordinarily experienced ecologist who has been working in regenerative farming for decades before the word even became widely used. She brings a wealth of knowledge of biocontrols in vineyards across multiple contexts. Very practical tips on: insectary…
A 2026 study in Northern Italy provides evidence supporting the benefits of low-density cattle integration in vineyards
Natural Pest Predators and Insectary Plants Climate change is bringing with it an associated change in pest pressures as they are moving into regions that were not previously suitable. Conventional farming often has high areas of monoculture, with no habitats for natural predators. When an infestation occurs, there is nothing to keep it in check…
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