Regenerative Farming: Why the Fuss?
Last year we posted a few articles on Regenerative Farming in terms of the core tenets being implemented at Grgich Hills Estate, Ridge Vineyards, and Domaine Bousquet. Why the fuss over regenerative farming practices? Let’s first look at the negative consequences of conventional farming practices. Now, let’s examine the positive benefits of regenerative farming practices. Because of the negative consequences […]
Wilding in Vineyards with the Apis Arborea TreeNest
While discussing their Regenerative Farming practices at their American Canyon Vineyard at Grgich Hills Estate, Luke and Ivo Jeramaz showed us the most interesting bee hive. It was cylinder tree log, covered with bark, and located a dozen feet above our head. This TreeNest was designed by the nonprofit organization Apis Arborea in order to promote wild honeybee populations. Seeing the hive […]
Regenerative Farming at Grgich Hills Estate
Are you familiar with the main principles of Regenerative Farming? Grgich Hills Estate has been a leader in this innovation, first by farming organically for the past two decades, then biodynamically, and finally regenerative farming as stipulated by Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) since 2019. Winemaker and Vice President of Vineyards & Production Ivo Jeramaz and his son Luke provided […]
The Pre-Industrial Approach to Farming at Ridge Vineyards at Lytton Springs Estate
During the 2022 BevFluence Livermore Experience we ventured west to the Santa Cruz Mountains in order to visit the famous Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Estate. Thus we deemed it appropriate during the recently concluded 2024 BevFluence Sonoma Experience to travel to the Dry Creek Valley and visit the Ridge Vineyards at Lytton Springs Estate. Alongside 115-year-old vines we sipped several Ridge wines and learned about the winery’s Pre-Industrial […]
Beyond Organic: How Regenerative Farming is Reshaping the Beverage Industry
The beverage industry, from coffee to craft beer, relies heavily on the health of our agricultural ecosystems. A movement is underway to return the soil to its greatness and give back to the earth. Conventional farming practices can deplete soil health, reduce biodiversity, and contribute to climate change. Much of the beverage industry suffers from […]
