sustainable winegrowing
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Casual, in-person educational field demonstrations and discussions. Join the conversation and learn how to adopt sustainable farming practices.
PodcastListen to interviews covering the latest science and research with the world's top experts and experienced growers.
Online CoursesLearn the latest science-based practices on demand. Many courses offer DPR and CCA Continuing Education (CE) hours.
Resource LibraryResearch articles, presentations, videos, and handouts.
Being a Vineyard Team Member gives you access to the latest science-based practices, experts, growers, and wine industry tools through both in-field and online education so you can grow your business.
Multi-year, higher education investments in the children of California's vineyard and winery workers.
A multi-day educational conference bringing the latest scientific and technical information to growers, PCAs, and ag professionals.
Sustainable certification for vineyards, wineries, and wines. Show your dedication to sustainability by getting SIP Certified.
Arising from a small grower group’s desire to educate and guide themselves towards sustainable winegrowing practices, Vineyard Team has become an internationally recognized leader in the sustainability movement.
Since 1994, the 501(c)-3 non-profit has served its membership of farmers, winemakers, and industry partners by creating an educational network with the leadership of its staff and board of directors to help growers save resources and money, all while cultivating valuable relationships.
Vineyard Team will identify and promote the most environmentally safe, viticulturally and economically sustainable farming methods while maintaining or improving the quality and flavor of wine grapes.
The Team will be a model for wine grape growers and will promote the public trust of stewardship for natural resources.
Demonstration projects help growers learn about new management techniques, successfully adopt new practices, and minimize risk.
Staff, technical advisors (University of California Cooperative Extension/university professors), and growers collaborate to implement specific practices and share the results with the winegrowing community.
Click here to read more about the Demonstration Projects Vineyard Team has been involved with.
Vineyard Team is dedicated to providing you with the latest sustainable farming practices through field demonstrations, expert presentations, research, and grower-to-grower networking.
Since 1994, we have partnered with hundreds of growers to promote sustainable winegrowing.
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Join HereAI won’t replace you, but it can help you do more. Marketing expert Tamara Bingham (Likely Story Strategies) shares 5 practical ways wineries can use AI to save time, repurpose content, and plan smarter. Tune in for quick tips to work more efficiently and stay creative.
Originally developed for phylloxera resistance, rootstocks are now being studied for drought resilience. Dr. Suraj Kar (Cal Poly) discusses their impact on drought tolerance, vigor, and fruit set—and how long-term research is identifying rootstocks that support vine longevity in a changing climate.
Resources from our 6/27 Tailgate: Supporting Vineyard Biodiversity with Native Plants & Pollinators
Resources from our 6/13 Tailgate: Bird Abatement and Managing Wildlife in the Vineyard