Biochar is a specialized form of charcoal made from waste woody biomass at high temperature in the absence of oxygen. It is used as an effective soil amendment to improve soil moisture and soil health, and is currently being researched as a means of carbon sequestration. As a compost additive, biochar can also help more effectively manage other organic waste streams such as grape pomace, retaining and recycling nutrients.
Join us for a two-part virtual training series to explore the benefits of biochar, production and application on vineyards, and the results of recent field research studies. Tickets are pay-what-you-want with a recommended donation of $20 for LIVE members / $40 for non-members for one session or $30 members / $50 non-members for both sessions.
REGISTER HERE: https://livebiochar.eventbrite.com
Session 1: Tuesday, January 12 from 3-4:30pm PST
- Biochar 101 (Kelpie Wilson, Wilson Biochar Associates)
- Biochar field trials and the Biochar Atlas Tool (Kristin Trippe, USDA Agricultural Research Service)
Session 1 will introduce biochar production, characterization, application, composting, and best practices. We will discuss NRCS cost share programs for biochar application to soil, present preliminary results of field trials, and describe the Biochar Atlas Tool for matching biochar characteristics to specific soils and crops.
Session 2: Thursday, January 14 from 3-4:30pm PST
- Biochar vineyard trials (Josiah Hunt, Pacific Biochar)
- Biochar on-site production using flame carbonizers (Kelpie Wilson, Wilson Biochar Associates)
Session 2 will present two years of harvest data from a vineyard field trial in which biochar and compost (combined and separate) were applied during pre-plant soil prep. Plant growth response and economic outcomes will be presented, as well as supplemental and anecdotal information from related research and the economic implications of carbon credits for biochar applications that have just been issued for the first time in North America. In this session you will also learn about low-cost techniques for making biochar on the farm from woody residues, including grape vines.
Speaker Bios:
Kelpie Wilson is a writer and a mechanical engineer with a passion for wild nature and renewable energy. Early in her career she worked for several companies that were developing Stirling-cycle heat engines. Throughout the 1990s, she was a forest protection advocate with the Siskiyou Regional Education Project. She then turned to journalism and worked for Truthout.org for four years, covering environment and energy. After learning about biochar, she moved to a project developer position at the International Biochar Initiative where she managed the multi-stakeholder process to create the first set of standards and testing guidelines for biochar. Since 2012, she has been a consultant helping biochar companies, NGOs and government agencies understand biochar markets and production technologies. She pioneered development of the Flame Cap Kiln biochar technology for use by forestry contractors, arborists and farmers, and presents many workshops each year bringing this technology to end users. She is a founding board member of the US Biochar Initiative, and she lives in rural Oregon, where she makes biochar compost and grows a large organic vegetable garden.
Kristin Trippe, Research Microbiologist at USDA and US Biochar Initiative Board Member, became interested in microbes, molecules, and methods that remediate degraded soils and increase agricultural productivity as an undergraduate. She pursued this interest in graduate school where she studied the role of fungi in remediating organic pollutants in the environment. After she received her PhD, Dr. Trippe joined the Agricultural Research Service in Corvallis, Oregon. There, her laboratory studies focus on the effects of biochar on soil health and microbial community dynamics. Her laboratory developed the Pacific Northwest Biochar Atlas, an online decision support toolkit that connects producers and users of biochar-based amendments. Her laboratory has also examined the role of biochar in rangeland restoration, mine reclamation, forest-to-farm biochar systems, soil water dynamics, pesticide absorption, and increasing agricultural yields, as well as a broad spectrum of studies focused on natural products and microbial biochemistry. Dr. Trippe has been a leader in the biochar research community. She co-organized the ARS Biochar Roadmap workshop and has led several other local, regional, and national efforts to coordinate biochar research efforts. She has served on the Board of Directors of the US Biochar Initiative since 2018 and is the current Chair of the Soil Biology and Biochemistry Division of the Soil Science Society of America.
Josiah Hunt graduated from UH Hilo in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Agroecology and Environmental Quality. Since 2008 he has helped to pioneer methods for biochar production, processing, and application in farming systems using organic and biological approaches. He is founder and CEO of Pacific Biochar.
Biochar is a specialized form of charcoal made from waste woody biomass at high temperature in the absence of oxygen. It is used as an effective soil amendment to improve soil moisture and soil health, and is currently being researched as a means of carbon sequestration. As a compost additive, biochar can also help more effectively manage other organic waste streams such as grape pomace, retaining and recycling nutrients.
Join us for a two-part virtual training series to explore the benefits of biochar, production and application on vineyards, and the results of recent field research studies. Tickets are pay-what-you-want with a recommended donation of $20 for LIVE members / $40 for non-members for one session or $30 members / $50 non-members for both sessions.
REGISTER HERE: https://livebiochar.eventbrite.com
Session 1: Tuesday, January 12 from 3-4:30pm PST
- Biochar 101 (Kelpie Wilson, Wilson Biochar Associates)
- Biochar field trials and the Biochar Atlas Tool (Kristin Trippe, USDA Agricultural Research Service)
Session 1 will introduce biochar production, characterization, application, composting, and best practices. We will discuss NRCS cost share programs for biochar application to soil, present preliminary results of field trials, and describe the Biochar Atlas Tool for matching biochar characteristics to specific soils and crops.
Session 2: Thursday, January 14 from 3-4:30pm PST
- Biochar vineyard trials (Josiah Hunt, Pacific Biochar)
- Biochar on-site production using flame carbonizers (Kelpie Wilson, Wilson Biochar Associates)
Session 2 will present two years of harvest data from a vineyard field trial in which biochar and compost (combined and separate) were applied during pre-plant soil prep. Plant growth response and economic outcomes will be presented, as well as supplemental and anecdotal information from related research and the economic implications of carbon credits for biochar applications that have just been issued for the first time in North America. In this session you will also learn about low-cost techniques for making biochar on the farm from woody residues, including grape vines.
Speaker Bios:
Kelpie Wilson is a writer and a mechanical engineer with a passion for wild nature and renewable energy. Early in her career she worked for several companies that were developing Stirling-cycle heat engines. Throughout the 1990s, she was a forest protection advocate with the Siskiyou Regional Education Project. She then turned to journalism and worked for Truthout.org for four years, covering environment and energy. After learning about biochar, she moved to a project developer position at the International Biochar Initiative where she managed the multi-stakeholder process to create the first set of standards and testing guidelines for biochar. Since 2012, she has been a consultant helping biochar companies, NGOs and government agencies understand biochar markets and production technologies. She pioneered development of the Flame Cap Kiln biochar technology for use by forestry contractors, arborists and farmers, and presents many workshops each year bringing this technology to end users. She is a founding board member of the US Biochar Initiative, and she lives in rural Oregon, where she makes biochar compost and grows a large organic vegetable garden.
Kristin Trippe, Research Microbiologist at USDA and US Biochar Initiative Board Member, became interested in microbes, molecules, and methods that remediate degraded soils and increase agricultural productivity as an undergraduate. She pursued this interest in graduate school where she studied the role of fungi in remediating organic pollutants in the environment. After she received her PhD, Dr. Trippe joined the Agricultural Research Service in Corvallis, Oregon. There, her laboratory studies focus on the effects of biochar on soil health and microbial community dynamics. Her laboratory developed the Pacific Northwest Biochar Atlas, an online decision support toolkit that connects producers and users of biochar-based amendments. Her laboratory has also examined the role of biochar in rangeland restoration, mine reclamation, forest-to-farm biochar systems, soil water dynamics, pesticide absorption, and increasing agricultural yields, as well as a broad spectrum of studies focused on natural products and microbial biochemistry. Dr. Trippe has been a leader in the biochar research community. She co-organized the ARS Biochar Roadmap workshop and has led several other local, regional, and national efforts to coordinate biochar research efforts. She has served on the Board of Directors of the US Biochar Initiative since 2018 and is the current Chair of the Soil Biology and Biochemistry Division of the Soil Science Society of America.
Josiah Hunt graduated from UH Hilo in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science in Agroecology and Environmental Quality. Since 2008 he has helped to pioneer methods for biochar production, processing, and application in farming systems using organic and biological approaches. He is founder and CEO of Pacific Biochar.
This workshop arises from an industry’s need to address the climate crisis at scale, collectively, both through mitigation and adaptation measures. To start, wine companies need to understand their dependencies and impacts, the sources of their emissions and, above all, that climate action is accessible, affordable (the opposite – inaction – may be extremely expensive) and a responsibility at the range of organizations of all sizes, regions and profiles.
The Porto Protocol brings an eagle’s eye approach on solutions for wine in a changing climate, an outcome of observing, talking, listening and gathering different perspectives, approaches, innovations, best practices and trends taking place as we speak with many different players across the globe.
The result is a hands-on approach workshop that digs into the carbon footprint of wine from soil to sip and considers the many options available for a more applied and proactive carbon management. We will deliver a thorough view on wine’s carbon footprint and beyond, gathering experts and producers that will share with you their knowledge and solutions.
Come join us for a fun day of acorn potting in Dayton, Oregon at our Growing Oaks greenhouse, donated by Stirling Wine Grapes, Inc. This event is a great opportunity to spend time in nature and learn about the importance of the Oregon white oak species. We'll provide all the necessary tools and guidance, so no experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get your hands dirty!
Annual Washington wine conference, in-person in 2022. Hosted by Washington Winegrowers Association.
Registration now open for #ORWineSymposium, the premier education event for NW wine industry Feb 15-17, 2022 uniting experts from scientific and wine business to share the latest learnings in a virtual format.
Information and registration is available at www.oregonwinesymposium.com.
The Oregon Wine Symposium comprises two days of sessions covering topics in viticulture, enology and wine business in addition to a wine industry tradeshow.
Calling all winery/vineyard sales & marketing staff, all tasting room staff, all distributors, all industry partners, and anyone interested in learning more about the LIVE certification and our regional sustainable winegrowing movement.
We are hosting a 1-hour LIVE training (with 15 minutes for follow-up questions) that will:
- Break down the LIVE certification, its history, and what it represents today
- Share consumer-friendly approaches to talking about LIVE / sustainable winegrowing
- Discuss how LIVE compares to other certifications
- Address frequently asked questions
- Discuss and answer your questions
The Washington wine industry's annual gathering for education, connection, and collaboration.
Join The Fermenter meetup on Tuesday, February 10th! Join us for a collaborative zoom brainstorming session! These meetings are held monthly – any and all interested are welcome to join.
What is the Fermenter? The Ferementer is a LIVE community think tank for marketing sustainable wine. We are hosting a regular series of collaborative sessions for LIVE members to discuss identity, branding, marketing, sales, and anything else that may help you to communicate your sustainable efforts to your customers. Meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of each month and serve as a space where we can bring together ideas, hurdles, and wins, creating opportunities for inspiration, support, and the potential for us to collaborate on larger campaigns and marketing projects for sustainable wine.
Acorn Potting Volunteer Day in Dayton, Oregon
Come join us for a fun day of acorn potting in Dayton, Oregon at our Growing Oaks greenhouse, donated by Stirling Wine Grapes, Inc. This event is a great opportunity to spend time in nature and learn about the importance of the Oregon white oak species. We'll provide all the necessary tools and guidance, so no experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get your hands dirty!
What is Growing Oaks? We've set a goal to pot 11,000 acorns a year! Learn more at livecertified.org/oaks
Kick off the 2020 growing season with the premier educational event for the wine industry in Southern Oregon! Organized in conjunction with the Rogue Valley Winegrowers Association, the 6th Annual Southern Oregon Grape Symposium is an all-day event featuring seminars and panel discussions led by university researchers together with producers. Breakfast and lunch are provided, and there will be an educational wine tasting to end the day. Pre-registration is required!
Event Cost
$50 per person until Feb. 28, 2020 then $70 until March 5, 2020
Join us for two days of educational sessions, networking, and the LIVE annual membership meeting. Virtual check-in will begin at 8:45 am each day, followed by presentations. This event is open to non-members in addition to LIVE members. Details and registration at www.liveannualmeeting.com.
Schedule of Events (subject to change)
DAY 1: TUESDAY, MARCH 30
8:45 AM Virtual Check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:05 AM LIVE Board Meeting: program updates and board elections
10:45 AM Break
11:00 AM Keynote: Rethinking Wine Culture (Stephen Satterfield, Whetstone Magazine)
12:00 PM End of Day 1
DAY 2: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31
8:45 AM Virtual check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:05 AM Keynote: Farming Our Way Out of the Climate Crisis (Crystal Chissell, Project Drawdown)
10:00 AM Break
10:15 AM Greenhouse Gas Accounting in the Vineyard (Claudia Denton, Good Company)
10:45 AM LIVE Greenhouse Gas Tool Training and Best Management Practices (Aaron Toneys, Good Company)
11:30 AM Member Roundtable
12:00 PM End of Day 2
Join us for two days of educational sessions, networking, and the LIVE annual membership meeting. Virtual check-in will begin at 8:45 am each day, followed by presentations. This event is open to non-members in addition to LIVE members. Details and registration at www.liveannualmeeting.com.
Schedule of Events (subject to change)
DAY 1: TUESDAY, MARCH 30
8:45 AM Virtual Check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:05 AM LIVE Board Meeting: program updates and board elections
10:45 AM Break
11:00 AM Keynote: Rethinking Wine Culture (Stephen Satterfield, Whetstone Magazine)
12:00 PM End of Day 1
DAY 2: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31
8:45 AM Virtual check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:05 AM Keynote: Farming Our Way Out of the Climate Crisis (Crystal Chissell, Project Drawdown)
10:00 AM Break
10:15 AM Greenhouse Gas Accounting in the Vineyard (Claudia Denton, Good Company)
10:45 AM LIVE Greenhouse Gas Tool Training and Best Management Practices (Aaron Toneys, Good Company)
11:30 AM Member Roundtable
12:00 PM End of Day 2
Join us for two half-days of educational sessions, networking, and the LIVE annual membership meeting. Virtual check-in will begin at 8:45 am each day, followed by presentations. This event is open to non-members in addition to LIVE members. Details and registration at www.liveannualmeeting.com.
Schedule of Events (subject to change)
DAY 1: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30
8:45 AM Virtual Check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:05 AM LIVE Board Meeting and Viticulture & Enology Standards Update
10:30 AM Break
10:45 AM Carbon and Purchasing Decisions: A Global Retail Roundtable, facilitated by Porto Protocol
12:00 PM End of Day 1
DAY 2: THURSDAY MARCH 31
8:45 AM Virtual check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:05 AM Keynote: The Hidden Half of Nature: The Microbial Roots of Life and Health (David Montgomery and Anne Bikle)
10:30 AM Closing Remarks
10:45 AM End of Day 2
Save the date for the 2022 LIVE annual membership meeting. We are currently planning to meet in-person with health and safety protocols, but will continue to follow state and local Covid policies. This event is open to non-members in addition to LIVE members. Details and registration will be added to www.liveannualmeeting.com.
Schedule of Events (subject to change)
7:00 AM Check-in and coffee
9:00 AM Welcome; LIVE Board Meeting: program updates and board elections
10:45 AM Break
11:00 AM Keynote Speaker: David Montgomery and Anne Bikle, Dig2Grow and authors of Growing a Revolution
12:15 PM Lunch and Awards Ceremony
1:30 PM Additional speaker to be announced
3:00 PM Adjourn
Join us for two half-days of educational sessions, networking, and the LIVE annual membership meeting. Virtual check-in will begin at 8:45 am each day, followed by presentations. This event is open to non-members in addition to LIVE members. Details and registration at www.liveannualmeeting.com.
Schedule of Events (subject to change)
DAY 1: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30
8:45 AM Virtual Check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:05 AM LIVE Board Meeting and Viticulture & Enology Standards Update
10:30 AM Break
10:45 AM Carbon and Purchasing Decisions: A Global Retail Roundtable, facilitated by Porto Protocol
12:00 PM End of Day 1
DAY 2: THURSDAY MARCH 31
8:45 AM Virtual check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:05 AM Keynote: The Hidden Half of Nature: The Microbial Roots of Life and Health (David Montgomery and Anne Bikle)
10:30 AM Closing Remarks
10:45 AM End of Day 2
Join us for two days of educational sessions, networking, and the LIVE annual membership meeting.
Virtual check-in will begin at 8:45 am each day, followed by the LIVE board meeting on Day 1 and educational sessions on Day 2. The Day 1 board meeting is open and free to both members and non-members to attend.
Day 1 is free for all to attend - please register on this page so that we can send you a link to the Zoom meeting.
Day 2 Educational Sessions and Lunch - REGISTER HERE
DAY 1 SCHEDULE: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29
8:45 AM Virtual Check-in
9:00 AM Welcome
9:15 AM Board Meeting and Viticulture & Enology Standards Update
11:00 AM End of Day 1
LIVE's annual board meeting for members includes membership, financial, and program updates, as well as changes to vineyard and winery standards for 2023.
Questions? Please email chris@livecertified.org.
To learn more about LIVE, visit: livecertified.org
Join us for two days of educational sessions, networking, and the LIVE annual membership meeting.
Virtual check-in will begin at 8:45 am each day, followed by the LIVE board meeting on Day 1 and educational sessions on Day 2. The Day 1 board meeting is open and free to members and non-members to attend.
Day 1 Board Meeting | Free to attend - REGISTER HERE
Day 2 Educational Sessions and Lunch
- $95 Early Pricing ends February 28
- $125 Regular Pricing from March 1 - March 30
- $40 Student Pricing ends March 31
- No one turned away for lack of funds - contact chris@livecertified.org
We encourage wineries and vineyards to bring your whole team for a discount!
- $400 Team Pricing for up to 5 people in your company
- $750 Team Pricing for up to 10 people in your company
DAY 2 SCHEDULE: THURSDAY, MARCH 30
8:00 AM Check-in begins
9:00 Welcome
9:15 Resilience and Resistance: Why and How to Restore Oregon White Oaks Habitat in our Shared Landscape | Nicole Maness, Willamette Partnership
10:00 Break and Group Activity
11:00 Developing a Fungicide Spray Program with a Focus on Resistance Management | Michelle Moyer, WSU
12:00 PM Lunch and Awards
1:00 Jancis Robinson Keynote
2:00 End of Day 2
Questions? Please email chris@livecertified.org.
To learn more about LIVE, visit livecertified.org
DAY 2 MARCH 21: In-Person Event at the Chehalem Cultural Center.
Enjoy a catered lunch, LIVE awards, and educational sessions led by Adam Rack & Keenan O'Hern of Revino, Anna Brittain of Napa Green, Patty Skinkis from OSU, and Eric Asimov of the New York Times.
For more details and registration, visit our Annual Meeting Website.
Save the date!
The LIVE Annual Meeting is a virtual meeting that is free for all to attend.
LIVE's annual board meeting for members includes membership, financial, and program updates, as well as changes to vineyard and winery standards for 2025.
Registration & Zoom meeting details to come.
AGENDA
7:45-8:00 AM
Registration Check-in & Coffee
(Meet at IAREC Picnic Tables)
8:00-8:10 am
Welcome
Melissa Hansen, Washington State Wine Commission and Kim Brunson, Washington State Grape Society
8:10-8:30 am
Deposition Triangle and Nozzles
Gwen Hoheisel, WSU Regional Extension Specialist for Tree Fruit, Grape, Berry and CPAAS- focused on spray technology
8:30-9:00 am
Sprayer Introduction- Airblast and Quantum Mist
Gwen Hoheisel, WSU Grant de Vries, Vine Tech, Inc.
9:00-9:45 am
Optimizing your Sprayer by Airflow Adjustments
Gwen Hoheisel and Grant de Vries
9:45-10:00 am
Calibration of Water
Gwen Hoheisel
10:00 am
Wrap up, Q & A
Sign out for WSDA, ODA pesticide credits
This event is co-Hosted by WSU Viticulture Extension and the Washington State Wine Commission.
For more information, contact Melissa Hansen: mhansen@washingtonwine.org
Anyone attending this program who requires auxiliary aids or services, please contact Michelle Moyer at 509-786-9234 or michelle.moyer@wsu.edu. Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office.
2020 LIVE ANNUAL MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE
After speaking with our legal team and our board of directors, we have made the decision to cancel the 2020 LIVE Annual Meeting on April 28th due to the COVID-19 coronavirus situation. This decision was not taken lightly, as we know many of you look forward to this event for education and collegiality. However, we were to have speakers flying in from other states, the event was to have taken place during Oregon's state of emergency, and the outlook for April and May is uncertain.
We will elect this year's board of directors via electronic or written ballot (TBD), which is permitted under the Oregon Nonprofit Corporation Act and our bylaws. We will work with those who were scheduled to present to send resources to our members via email in the coming weeks and/or invite them back to speak next year.
Our priority is for the safety and well-being of our membership, staff, volunteers, and guests. We thank you for your understanding during this uncertain time.
LIVE has partnered with state and regional winery and vineyard organizations as part of the U.S. Sustainable Winegrowing Project. Join LIVE, our partners, engaged grower and vintner leaders, and others committed to sustainability for the 2nd U.S. Sustainability Winegrowing Summit. Learn some of the driving forces behind the increasing interest in sustainable winegrowing. Become inspired with new ideas on how to bring sustainability education and outreach to your region’s vineyards and wineries, your consumers, and to trade. Together we can enhance the sustainability of all U.S. vineyards and wineries, and credibly communicate our nationwide commitment to a global audience.
Register for each of the summit sessions at www.sustainablewinegrowing.org/summit. Registration is complimentary thanks to the generous support of our sponsors.
Summit Agenda
Day 1: Monday April 19, 2021
11:30 am - 1:00 pm PT / 2:30 pm - 4 pm ET
Explore U.S. Sustainable Wine Tasting and Seminar
Day 2: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
10 am – 12 pm PT / 1 pm – 3 pm ET
Keynote Address: Trends and Observations on Sustainable Winegrowing – Ray Isle, Executive Wine Editor of Food & Wine and the Wine & Spirits Editor of Travel + Leisure
How to Message Sustainability to Consumers and Trade: Workshopping “Sustainability” as a Challenger Brand
Summit Sustainable Vineyard & Winery Tour
Day 3: Wednesday, April 21, 2021
10 am – 12 pm PT / 1 pm – 3 pm ET
Grower Perspectives on Climate Change Resiliency
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The Social Pillars of Sustainability
LIVE has partnered with state and regional winery and vineyard organizations as part of the U.S. Sustainable Winegrowing Project. Join LIVE, our partners, engaged grower and vintner leaders, and others committed to sustainability for the 2nd U.S. Sustainability Winegrowing Summit. Learn some of the driving forces behind the increasing interest in sustainable winegrowing. Become inspired with new ideas on how to bring sustainability education and outreach to your region’s vineyards and wineries, your consumers, and to trade. Together we can enhance the sustainability of all U.S. vineyards and wineries, and credibly communicate our nationwide commitment to a global audience.
Register for each of the summit sessions at www.sustainablewinegrowing.org/summit. Registration is complimentary thanks to the generous support of our sponsors.
Summit Agenda
Day 1: Monday April 19, 2021
11:30 am - 1:00 pm PT / 2:30 pm - 4 pm ET
Explore U.S. Sustainable Wine Tasting and Seminar
Day 2: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
10 am – 12 pm PT / 1 pm – 3 pm ET
Keynote Address: Trends and Observations on Sustainable Winegrowing – Ray Isle, Executive Wine Editor of Food & Wine and the Wine & Spirits Editor of Travel + Leisure
How to Message Sustainability to Consumers and Trade: Workshopping “Sustainability” as a Challenger Brand
Summit Sustainable Vineyard & Winery Tour
Day 3: Wednesday, April 21, 2021
10 am – 12 pm PT / 1 pm – 3 pm ET
Grower Perspectives on Climate Change Resiliency
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The Social Pillars of Sustainability
LIVE has partnered with state and regional winery and vineyard organizations as part of the U.S. Sustainable Winegrowing Project. Join LIVE, our partners, engaged grower and vintner leaders, and others committed to sustainability for the 2nd U.S. Sustainability Winegrowing Summit. Learn some of the driving forces behind the increasing interest in sustainable winegrowing. Become inspired with new ideas on how to bring sustainability education and outreach to your region’s vineyards and wineries, your consumers, and to trade. Together we can enhance the sustainability of all U.S. vineyards and wineries, and credibly communicate our nationwide commitment to a global audience.
Register for each of the summit sessions at www.sustainablewinegrowing.org/summit. Registration is complimentary thanks to the generous support of our sponsors.
Summit Agenda
Day 1: Monday April 19, 2021
11:30 am - 1:00 pm PT / 2:30 pm - 4 pm ET
Explore U.S. Sustainable Wine Tasting and Seminar
Day 2: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
10 am – 12 pm PT / 1 pm – 3 pm ET
Keynote Address: Trends and Observations on Sustainable Winegrowing – Ray Isle, Executive Wine Editor of Food & Wine and the Wine & Spirits Editor of Travel + Leisure
How to Message Sustainability to Consumers and Trade: Workshopping “Sustainability” as a Challenger Brand
Summit Sustainable Vineyard & Winery Tour
Day 3: Wednesday, April 21, 2021
10 am – 12 pm PT / 1 pm – 3 pm ET
Grower Perspectives on Climate Change Resiliency
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The Social Pillars of Sustainability
With the recent acquisition of WineDirect by Commerce7, many winery proprietors have questions about how the transition will affect their websites. Vin Agency is offering a free webinar, in partnership with industry colleague Carisen Randing, to discuss the transition. We will be fielding questions about:
- Winery e-commerce options
- Commerce7 capabilities vs WineDirect
- Migrating a website to Commerce7 from other platforms
- And more!
Join us on Tuesday, April 9th for a free webinar moderated by Vin Communications Director Katherine Cole, and featuring the expertise of Jon Krauss Creative Director of Vin Agency, and Carisen Randing of CR Winery Services.
Questions? Reach out to Katherine Cole at katherine@vinagency.com
Event details & registration: liveannualmeeting.com
LIVE's 2025 Annual Meeting will be held at the Allison Inn & Spa in Newberg, Oregon on April 2nd from 9am - 2pm. Doors will open at 8:30am.
Event details & registration: liveannualmeeting.com
2022 Agricultural Biodiversity on Western Farms: Habitat Working for Farmers is a virtual conference on practices to develop habitats that conserve agricultural biodiversity and their benefits in western farming systems for farmers, conservationists, and other agricultural professionals. The event is sponsored by Benton, Clackamas, Marion, East and West Multnomah and Tualatin Soil Water and Conservation Districts, National Center for Appropriate Technology and the Oregon IPM Center.
This is a free event.
Featuring:
- Farmer preferred habitats and practices
- Best methods and plants for practices
- Benefits and beneficial insects associated with biodiversity and their impacts in Western cropping systems
Dates: Tuesday May 24th and Wednesday May 25th 8:00am – 12:00 PM
Registration and Agendas: https://beav.es/44x
Contact: Gwendolyn Ellen Oregon State University, Oregon IPM Center, gwendolyn.ellen@oregonstate.edu 541-829-3337
Join us to learn about recent consumer and trade research that indicates an increasing market for sustainably grown and produced wine.
LIVE is partnering with other regional organizations working on sustainable winegrowing to collaborate on research and shared messaging. Hear why communicating about sustainable practices is important for an ever-growing segment of wine buyers and consumers.
Two of the top experts in wine industry research will present new data and insights from recent consumer and trade research on perceptions of sustainable winegrowing, certification and practices. A Wine Intelligence survey and focus groups explored national and international consumer perceptions. Full Glass Research explored similar perceptions among the trade through focus groups and a survey of the Wine Opinions Panel. A question and answer session will follow the presentations, along with some tips for communicating sustainability to trade and consumers.
Speakers:
Lulie Halstead, Chief Executive, Wine Intelligence
Christian Miller, Proprietor, Full Glass Research
Allison Jordan, Executive Director, California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance
Special Events:
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Merit Award Presentation
Forty Years of Wine and Sensory Science
Dr. Hildegarde Heymann, University of California, Davis
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Extension Distinction Award Presentation
Land Grants and Grapes: Traditional Approaches for Modern Extension Programs
Dr. Michelle Moyer, Washington State University, Prosser
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Honorary Research Lecturer
Dr. Hans Schultz, Hochschule Geisenheim University, Germany
- Keynote Presentation
- Early Career Member Lunch
- Invasive Pest Symposium
- New Pests on the Block – Managing Invasive Species
- Research Reports (submitted through Call for Abstracts)
- Student Flash Talks
- Regional Wine Reception
- Outreach Seminar
- Student-Industry Mixer
- Supplier Displays
Organized by Sustainable Wine UK. this June 2021 event brings together brands and progressive thinkers in sustainable wine in the Americas.
The focus will not just be the USA – speakers and attendees will join us from South America, Canada, and other nations worldwide.
Over a day of workshop, 60+ speakers, and two conference days on Zoom – we’ll debate key issues, and the practical implementation of sustainability with some of the leading producers, distributors, importers, retailers, and many others across the wine industry.
Attendance is free but may be limited to the first 1000 sign ups
Organized by Sustainable Wine UK. this June 2021 event brings together brands and progressive thinkers in sustainable wine in the Americas.
The focus will not just be the USA – speakers and attendees will join us from South America, Canada, and other nations worldwide.
Over a day of workshop, 60+ speakers, and two conference days on Zoom – we’ll debate key issues, and the practical implementation of sustainability with some of the leading producers, distributors, importers, retailers, and many others across the wine industry.
Attendance is free but may be limited to the first 1000 sign ups
Organized by Sustainable Wine UK. this June 2021 event brings together brands and progressive thinkers in sustainable wine in the Americas.
The focus will not just be the USA – speakers and attendees will join us from South America, Canada, and other nations worldwide.
Over a day of workshop, 60+ speakers, and two conference days on Zoom – we’ll debate key issues, and the practical implementation of sustainability with some of the leading producers, distributors, importers, retailers, and many others across the wine industry.
Attendance is free but may be limited to the first 1000 sign ups
Learn the nuts and bolts of creating habitat for beneficial insects in your vineyard, farm or backyard. Presentations will cover beneficial insects' role in the vineyard for pest prevention and how native plants can create a beautiful and inviting space for your employees and the public. Learn about conducting a site assessment, site prep, planting, plant selection, insect scouting, and available technical and financial resources.
The first Sustainable Wine Roundtable Global Conference 2022 will be held online on June 22nd & 23rd. There is no cost to attend.
The conference will cover issues related to sustainability including:
- Vineyard inputs: A new approach to an old debate. Protecting human health, the environment and productivity.
- Packaging: Mitigating glass impacts - is standard size & weight the key?
- Consumers say they want sustainable wine; how can retailers deliver?
- Carbon accounting: harmonising the metrics and methodologies. Is standardisation a realistic goal?
- How will the Sustainable Wine Roundtable catalyse change in the global wine industry? And why does it matter?
- Strategy Panel: Why is sustainability now not a choice but a necessity? What does it mean for wine businesses?
- Sustainable tourism: How do we link sustainable tourism with sustainable wine?
There will be over 50 speakers in two days (agenda timings designed for PM Europe, AM USA) from: Viña Concha y Toro; VSPT Wine Group; Moët Hennessy; Treasury Wine Estates; Whole Foods Market; Systembolaget; Château Léoube; Vintage Wine Estates; Enotria&Coe; Amorim; Cloudy Bay; Domaine Bousquet; Catena Zapata; Waitrose & Partners
Sign up (event is complimentary to attend) at: https://sustainablewine.co.uk/sw-events/the-sustainable-wine-roundtable-conference-2022. All sessions will be recorded and available on the Sustainable Wine Podcast channel.
The first Sustainable Wine Roundtable Global Conference 2022 will be held online on June 22nd & 23rd. There is no cost to attend.
The conference will cover issues related to sustainability including:
- Vineyard inputs: A new approach to an old debate. Protecting human health, the environment and productivity.
- Packaging: Mitigating glass impacts - is standard size & weight the key?
- Consumers say they want sustainable wine; how can retailers deliver?
- Carbon accounting: harmonising the metrics and methodologies. Is standardisation a realistic goal?
- How will the Sustainable Wine Roundtable catalyse change in the global wine industry? And why does it matter?
- Strategy Panel: Why is sustainability now not a choice but a necessity? What does it mean for wine businesses?
- Sustainable tourism: How do we link sustainable tourism with sustainable wine?
There will be over 50 speakers in two days (agenda timings designed for PM Europe, AM USA) from: Viña Concha y Toro; VSPT Wine Group; Moët Hennessy; Treasury Wine Estates; Whole Foods Market; Systembolaget; Château Léoube; Vintage Wine Estates; Enotria&Coe; Amorim; Cloudy Bay; Domaine Bousquet; Catena Zapata; Waitrose & Partners
Sign up (event is complimentary to attend) at: https://sustainablewine.co.uk/sw-events/the-sustainable-wine-roundtable-conference-2022. All sessions will be recorded and available on the Sustainable Wine Podcast channel.
During this hour, project leads Drs. Tom Collins (WSU), Anita Oberholster (UC Davis), and Elizabeth Tomasino (OSU) will talk about the logistics and work done to date, and what's to come in the multi-year, grant-funded research project focusing on wildfire smoke exposed wine grapes in California, Oregon, and Washington.
A link to the webinar will be sent after registration.
Join the Oregon Wine Research Institute for a full day, hands-on workshop on vineyard health monitoring. This event includes five modules designed to give you practical information to hone your vineyard scouting and monitoring skills and to increase your knowledge of plant health, protection, and management from economically important vineyard-based issues including, pests, nutrition, drought, and wildfires. The modules will include new and regionally important information based on research findings from researchers from Oregon State University, the US Department of Agriculture, and Oregon Department of Agriculture.
Registration ($60 per person)
Registration is required in advance to ensure that adequate materials are available. Space is limited to allow greater interaction with presenters. Lunch, handouts, printed publications, and scouting tools (magnifying loupe) will be provided. Registration deadline is 12:00 noon, June 17. No late registrations or on-site registration will be allowed.
4 ODA pesticide certification credits available for ODA license holders (2 core + 2 other).
Enjoy the first day of summer with a tour of native seed production, polinator enhancement, and farm habitat restoration (riparian, oak woodland, pollinator hedgerows) at Heritage Seedlings’ Lake Farm property.
Tour leader: Lynda Boyer, Restoration Biologist and Native Plant Manager, Heritage Seedlings, Inc.
Water, apples, and cookies provided. Bring your binocs! Easy walking and we will drive to the west side of the farm for part of the tour. Please RSVP if you can to lboyer@heritageseedlings.com
DIRECTIONS
Directions to Lake Farm Jordan St Field: (east gate and seed production area) [no physical address but it’s just east of 8229 Jordan St SE on the north side of the road and 8382 on the south side of the road; and west of Dumore Dr. SE) Sign says Heritage Seedlings 8500/8600 Block – here is a link to a view of the gate location showing Dumore. If you hit the Railroad tracks or Howell Prairie after that you are past Dumore and need to turn around.
Old Fashioned Directions: I-5 north or south to exit 253 [Hwy 22] 22 east to exit #5 [Joseph St] Left at exit onto Joseph St (go under Hwy 22) In ~ 200 yards at T in road [71st] go left Take immediate Right onto Jordan St. Continue on Jordan 1.6 miles heading east (1/8 mile west of railroad tracks north side of road and just east of 8229 Jordan St SE on the north side of the road and 8382 on the south side of the road; and west of Dumore Dr. SE) *You will see deer fencing on the left and a large, green double gate. For the Seed Production fields, go through the gate and down the gravel road past the building on the left and the large oak on the right until the gravel road comes to a “T”. Take a right at the T and you will see the greenhouse. Park at the greenhouse.
Portland-based farmer and educator Ra will be our guest during this webinar session. We will learn about the concepts of food forests and living soils. Guests will have the chance to ask questions and interact. We want this to be a fun and loose session!
The webinar is free for all to attend. Guests are welcome to donate to Ra's GoFundMe campaign to start his own teaching farm in Oregon.
A link to the webinar will be provided to all who register. As space is limited, there is a maximum of five tickets per registration please.
From Ra:
Heya I am Ra, a brown farmer in the Pacific Northwest. Being of service is my greatest tool. For 20 years I lived off the grid and my passion has been living and teaching permaculture and indigenous styles of gardening with individuals and communities up and down the West Coast. I believe learning to live sustainably is one of the most powerful tools that connects us with the Earth, deepens our intuition, and creates an empowered environment and sense of self.
Join us as we unveil a new project a year in the making! We will be introducing our membership to our new Greenhouse Gas Tool for Vineyards and Wineries. Members will now be able to assess their carbon footprint across their entire operations. Our friends at Good Company in Eugene, Oregon have developed this spreadsheet to incorporate the most current emissions factors and examine your regenerative agricultural practices.
We will send the spreadsheet ahead of the meeting to our members so you have time to familiarize yourself with it.
This will be a webinar open to anyone who wishes to participate. Here are the call in details:
Time: Jul 22, 2020 01:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting at https://zoom.us/j/97203286033
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 972 0328 6033
Join our very first Fermenter meetup on July 1 from 11-12 online via Zoom!
This first meeting will serve as a time for us to introduce our vision for these monthly collaborative sessions and to hear your feedback on how these can best serve you and your needs.
What is The Fermenter?
The Ferementer is a LIVE community think tank for marketing sustainable wine. We are hosting a regular series of collaborative sessions for LIVE members to discuss identity, branding, marketing, sales, and anything else that may help you to communicate your sustainable efforts to your customers. Meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of each month and serve as a space where we can bring together ideas, hurdles, and wins, creating opportunities for inspiration, support, and the potential for us to collaborate on larger campaigns and marketing projects for sustainable wine.
Join us for a discussion of talent attraction, retention and management issues affecting small to midsize businesses that grow, make, and distribute wine and related products rooted in the Willamette valley region. Hear from the leaders who manage some of Oregon’s most iconic wineries to explore workforce challenges they face and how they are addressing them. We will provide ample time for questions and conversation along with the opportunity to enjoy some of Durant’s famous Willamette Valley wines. Note, while the focus is on the wine industry, many of the issues we will discuss are relevant to any small or midsize organization located in rural regions of the state.
At Durant Vineyards: 5430 NE Breyman Orchards Rd, Dayton, OR 97114
This in-person, outdoor educational event will feature a series of educational rotations, with 30 minute stops at four themed stations. On-site check in begins at 8:00 AM and the event will be done by 11:00 AM.
Station 1 – Assessing Coverage and Drone Spraying Learn about state-of-art on UAV based spraying, including the types of platforms available, what nozzles they use, and their flight speed/altitude attributes (along with swath width). Learn about pertinent FAA and state regulations on drone spraying. This station will include a demonstration with a DJI Agras T20 drone, and attendees can see what the spray coverage looks like in a full-canopy vineyard. Presented by Lav Khot, Washington State University.
Station 2 – Non-residue spraying – Ozone, Oil and UVC Come and see these alternative pest management technologies in action! This station will demonstrate machines that apply ozonated water, heated horticultural oil, and UVC light. It will present information on the logistics of the machines and their efficacy for disease management in vineyards. Presented by Lexie McDaniel and Jake Schrader, Washington State University.
Station 3 – Smart Spraying & Solid Set Canopy Sprayers Different ways to apply pesticides, through the “Intelligent Sprayer” and Solid Set Canopy Delivery System will be explained, including how they work and how they can be used to improve spray application. Both systems will be demonstrated in-field so participants can see the differences in how they function, including a visualization on total products that are used, and what their spray coverage is with these two application approaches. results will be discussed. Presented by Ramesh Kumar and Datta Bhalekar, Washington State University.
Station 4 – Commercial Rate Controllers VineTech and AgOtter will present information on their sprayer rate controllers, and how they can be used to assist in more accurate pesticide application and monitoring of product use in vineyards for smarter pest management. Presented by Grant DeVries (VineTech), and Dave Nerpel (AgOtter).
HOST ORGANIZATIONS This event is co-hosted by the Washington State Grape Society and Washington State University Viticulture Extension.
Join us on August 1st at Willamette Valley Vineyards (Turner location) to learn key strategies for establishing and maintaining pollinator habitat in and around an agricultural landscape.
Led by Pollinator Partnership and LIVE, we will discuss essential strategies to install and maintain pollinator habitat. Executive Director of the Cascades Raptor Center, Julie Collins, and Willamette Valley Vineyards’ own, Randy Hillyer and Joe Perez, will lead discussion on birds of prey as an ecological measure to reduce rodent pest populations and to preserve ground nesting pollinator habitat.
Also joining us for discussion on biological control agents as means of pest management, are Jana Lee and Dalila Rendon with the USDA Agricultural Research Service.
Join us for our 2024 Grape Field Day on August 13th at #SORECOregonState. This year includes a visit to Troon Wines and presentations on cover cropping in regenerative viticulture, Grapevine Trunk Disease management, LAMP assay for Grapevine Red Blotch Disease, and ongoing research into impacts of vine smoke and protective coatings.
Register at beav.es/pM5 before August 6th for special early bird pricing of $20/per person! Link is also in our bio.
The Soil Inventory Project (TSIP, tsip.org) has been awarded a USDA Partnership for Climate Smart Commodities grant to facilitate implementation of regenerative agricultural practices on agricultural land in the United States. TSIP is currently seeking vineyards to implement climate-smart viticultural practices and measure the resulting soil carbon sequestration. TSIP has partnered with International Wineries for Climate Action to connect with members of sustainable winegrowing associations. The grant will provide funding for practice implementation and compensation for collecting soil samples on a per acre basis. Domestically owned vineyards growing wine grapes in California, Oregon, Washington, and New York are eligible to participate. Vineyards must be able to establish a Farm Service Agency number to receive funding through the grant. Funding is limited, meaning entry into the grant program will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Join us for an information session at 10 am (PT) on August 21st to learn more about the grant. We will discuss the requirements for becoming enrolled and receiving payment, practices that are funded, and any other questions you may have.
On the Webinar:
- Kelsey Jensen – Associate Director, TSIP
- Lowery Parker – Head of Grant Programs, TSIP
- Arelle Oberlander – Vineyard Participants Project Manager, Sensiba
- Julien Gervreau – Founding Board Member at IWCA, Sensiba
As a part of certification requirements, vineyards & wineries seeking LIVE certification are required a yearly on-site inspection in the first two years of the program and an inspection once every three years following that.
On August 15th we are opening up the LIVE inspection of Quail Run Vineyards for public viewing. Come learn about LIVE certification and watch a real inspection with one of our third-party inspectors.
After the inspection, LIVE will be there to answer questions and share more information on the program.
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This workshop arises from an industry’s need to address the climate crisis at scale, collectively, both through mitigation and adaptation measures. To start, wine companies need to understand their dependencies and impacts, the sources of their emissions and, above all, that climate action is accessible, affordable (the opposite – inaction – may be extremely expensive) and a responsibility at the range of organizations of all sizes, regions and profiles.
The Porto Protocol brings an eagle’s eye approach on solutions for wine in a changing climate, an outcome of observing, talking, listening and gathering different perspectives, approaches, innovations, best practices and trends taking place as we speak with many different players across the globe.
The result is a hands-on approach workshop that digs into the carbon footprint of wine from soil to sip and considers the many options available for a more applied and proactive carbon management. We will deliver a thorough view on wine’s carbon footprint and beyond, gathering experts and producers that will share with you their knowledge and solutions.
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Come join us for a fun day of collecting and planting acorns at Left Coast Cellars! This event is a great opportunity to spend time in nature and learn about the importance of the Oregon white oak species. We'll provide all the necessary tools and guidance, so no experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get your hands dirty!
Beverages and light snacks will be provided. Please register so we can have a headcount.
We’re opening up a LIVE inspection for public viewing. Come learn about the LIVE Certification and watch a real inspection with our 3rd party inspectors.
Martha's Vineyard of Skamania County on October 22nd at 1:30PM. Meet in tasting room.
RSVP to isabelle@livecertified.org
Come join us for a fun day of collecting and planting acorns at Left Coast Cellars! This event is a great opportunity to spend time in nature and learn about the importance of the Oregon white oak species. We'll provide all the necessary tools and guidance, so no experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get your hands dirty!
Pizza and beverages will be provided. Please register so we can have a headcount.
Join Willamette University Professor and behavioral ecologist David Craig for a short bird walk in the Oregon white oak grove of LIVE Certified Left Coast Estate and hear from LIVE to learn more about our Growing Oaks project and how you can get involved. At 3:00 PM, we have reservations for a wine tasting and the option of ordering pizzas on their patio, under the cover of oaks. Music and a small natural dye workshop with oak galls to follow.
Join us! To register, email Rose Grimson at rmgrimson@willamette.edu.
Join The Fermenter monthly meetup! Next meeting on October 7 from 11-12:30 online via Zoom In our first three sessions, we dove into hurdles discussing problems that get in the way of telling a strong collective story for our sustainable wine industry. These sessions were energetic with great feedback and ideas. Last meeting we started brainstorming next steps for a collective marketing campaign.
Our next October 7 meeting will be a little different than normal! As requested by the group, I will be hosting a LIVE Tastemaking Training for the group. This is a 1 hour presentation with room for questions and a short exercise at the end where break down the history of LIVE, the perimeters of our program, walk through a variety of LIVE examples in practice, and share ways to talk about LIVE with consumers. This is open to any and all to attend and we encourage all the questions.
What is the Fermenter? The Ferementer is a LIVE community think tank for marketing sustainable wine. We are hosting a regular series of collaborative sessions for LIVE members to discuss identity, branding, marketing, sales, and anything else that may help you to communicate your sustainable efforts to your customers. Meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of each month and serve as a space where we can bring together ideas, hurdles, and wins, creating opportunities for inspiration, support, and the potential for us to collaborate on larger campaigns and marketing projects for sustainable wine.
Updated Rain Plans!
Due to rain forecasts, we are moving this event from Left Coast Estate to our greenhouse located at Stirling Fox Wine Grapes in Dayton, Oregon. This will be way more productive and fun as the Left Coast site is not covered. Thanks to our Van Duzer Vineyards acorn-collecting team we have plenty of acorns to pot on Saturday!
Time: Saturday, October 25 | 9:30 - 12:30
We will provide bagels and coffee. Bring water and extra snacks as you need.
Address:
Stirling Wine Grapes, Inc. | Art Off the Vine
15150 SE Wallace Rd, Dayton, OR 97114
Parking: Please carpool if you can to limit cars on the property. You may park in the front lot and walk over to the greenhouses. We'll be there to show you the way.
What to bring:
- Gardening gloves if you have. We will have a few pairs.
- Gardening spades and/or shovels if you have. We have a lot of volunteers this go around!
- Warm shoes that can get muddy. I like to bring a second pair to change into after
- Water bottle
- Extra food/snacks if you need. We will provide coffee and bagels
Feel free to call, text, or email with any questions!
Isabelle Tobe | 503-717-2261| isabelle@livecertified.org
What is Growing Oaks? We've set a goal to plant 11, 000 acorns a year! Learn more at livecertified.org/oaks
Come join us for a fun day of acorn potting in Dayton, Oregon at our Growing Oaks greenhouse, donated by Stirling Wine Grapes, Inc. This event is a great opportunity to spend time in nature and learn about the importance of the Oregon white oak species. We'll provide all the necessary tools and guidance, so no experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get your hands dirty!
We will have saplings available for purchase. Suggested donation of $20/pot to support project. Open to bulk pricing and best offers – make us a deal!
What is Growing Oaks? Learn more at livecertified.org/oaks
Address: Stirling Wine Grapes, Inc. | Art Off the Vine 15150 SE Wallace Rd, Dayton, OR 97114
Parking: Please carpool if you can to limit cars on the property. You may park in the front lot and walk over to the greenhouses. We'll be there to show you the way.
What to bring: Snacks and water bottle, gardening gloves if you have. We will have a few pairs, gardening spades and/or shovels if you have, warm shoes that can get muddy, dress warmly in layers
Our first batch of two-year-old Oregon white oaks from our Growing Oaks project are ready to be planted! We will be hosting two Growing Oaks pick-up days at Argyle:
- Sunday, November 2 | 1-4 pm
- Wednesday, November 19 | 2-5 pm
We will give away one free pot to every LIVE member who wants one. Additional saplings are available for a suggested donation of $20 per tree to support the LIVE + Willamette University Growing Oaks project.
We have roughly 500 saplings ready this Fall and will distribute as supplies last (with many more currently growing to be available for next Fall – should have 3,000+ available by then.)
Interested?
Fill out this form to order your tree(s) + let us know which pickup day works for you. We will take payment during the pickup.
For bulk purchases (50+ trees), email isabelle@livecertified.org to ensure we have enough saplings. If you are outside of the Willamette Valley and interested in saplings, email Isabelle to coordinate.
The LIVE reporting website has a fresh new look! Thanks to your feedback, we’ve made several updates to the reporting portal to improve your experience. Don’t worry – the navigation remains the same. The updates focus on clearer design and a more user-friendly layout.To help you get familiar with the changes, we’re hosting a webinar on November 5th from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. During this session, we’ll walk you through the new features and answer any questions you may have.
If you have questions in advance, feel free to reach out at isabelle@livecertified.org.
Come join us for a fun day of acorn potting in Dayton, Oregon at our Growing Oaks greenhouse, donated by Stirling Wine Grapes, Inc. This event is a great opportunity to spend time in nature and learn about the importance of the Oregon white oak species. We'll provide all the necessary tools and guidance, so no experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get your hands dirty!
We will have saplings available for purchase. Suggested donation of $20/pot to support project. Open to bulk pricing and best offers – make us a deal!
What is Growing Oaks? Learn more at livecertified.org/oaks
Address: Stirling Wine Grapes, Inc. | Art Off the Vine 15150 SE Wallace Rd, Dayton, OR 97114
Parking: Please carpool if you can to limit cars on the property. You may park in the front lot and walk over to the greenhouses. We'll be there to show you the way.
What to bring: Snacks and water bottle, gardening gloves if you have. We will have a few pairs, gardening spades and/or shovels if you have, warm shoes that can get muddy, dress warmly in layers
The Virtual Organic Grower Meeting provides you with the most up to date Wilbur-Ellis Organic happenings! Get ready for a half-day comprehensive session of the latest and greatest on new products, soil and plant health, and more.
Agenda
9:00 - Welcome
9:05 – 9:30 – Soil and Plant Interactions with Humic Acids, Micronutrients, Amino Acids, and Ammonium Nitrate (Carl Bruce)
9:30 – 10:00 – Overview of Organic Product Trials (Patrick Troy, Rebecca Metz, Amy Richardson)
10:00 – 10:30 – Wilbur-Ellis Organic Branded Products Label Overview (Jason Ellsworth)
10:30 – 11:00 – Organic Whole Systems Approach incorporating WECO Organic Branded Products (Gina Colfer)
11:00 – 11:30 –Q & A
As a reminder, LIVE reporting for the vineyard certification is due on December 10th. The LIVE winery certification reporting is due February 10th and separate reporting webinar for the winery certification will be held in February.
For those who are new to LIVE reporting or those who just need a refresher, please join us for a walkthrough of the LIVE reporting process for vineyard certification on December 4th at 10am PT.
What you will learn: Participants will learn about dormant pruning of grapevines, including plant physiology related to dormancy and the timing, intensity, and proper methods for dormant pruning. Focus will be placed on wine grape pruning and will include how to do both cane and spur pruning methods and how to prune mature and young vines. NOTE: The same concepts apply for all grapevine pruning, whether wine, table or juice grapes.
Schedule of the event: The event will start with a lecture on main campus to cover dormant plant physiology, pruning basics, and the methods involved in pruning and training vines (1 hour duration). The group will then travel to OSU's Woodhall Vineyard (45 min drive) for hands-on training of how to prune grapevines (2 hours).