Sustainable Farming Educational Resources
The sustainable farming educational resource is a compilation of research articles, podcasts, presentations, videos and handouts. The search box allows for easy browsing and research. Or you can search by topic or resource type using the navigation on the right.
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Recent Resources
Microbats can be voracious insect predators, but vineyard structure may limit how far they venture into a block. Matt Fowles (Fowles Wine) shares how observations of moth pressure inspired vertical structures that support microbat echolocation, with early trials showing increased bat activity and potential for natural vineyard pest control.
Discover the science behind why we like what we like. Zata Vickers (University of Minnesota) reveals how repeated exposure, positive experiences, and carefully chosen words can shape the way people experience wine.
Mesa Vineyard Management teamed up with Cal Poly to track barn owls and understand where they hunt in an effort to help growers strengthen natural pest control in vineyards.
Biological control is emerging as a promising solution for spotted lanternfly in vineyards. Anne Johnson (Michigan State University) explains how natural predators, tree of heaven removal, and community science are advancing sustainable spotted lanternfly management for wine grape growers.
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