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Sustainability Leader Since 1994

Our 30-Year Journey

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Tailgate Meetings & Events

Casual, in-person educational field demonstrations and discussions. Join the conversation and learn how to adopt sustainable farming practices.

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Listen to interviews covering the latest science and research with the world's top experts and experienced growers.

Online Courses

Learn the latest science-based practices on demand. Many courses offer DPR and CCA Continuing Education (CE) hours.

Resource Library

Research articles, presentations, videos, and handouts.

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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.

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Memorial Scholarship

Multi-year, higher education investments in the children of California's vineyard and winery workers.

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A multi-day educational conference bringing the latest scientific and technical information to growers, PCAs, and ag professionals.

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Sustainable certification for vineyards, wineries, and wines. Show your dedication to sustainability by getting SIP Certified.

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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.

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Our Mission Statement

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.

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Demonstration Projects

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.

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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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Our Latest Podcasts

Our Latest Podcasts

Mar 20, 2025

Andy Fels, (Shady Lane Cellars) shares insights from his USDA SARE producer grant project comparing two pest management approaches: a ‘soft’ pesticide program and a conventional one.

Mar 20, 2025

Succession planning is essential for businesses navigating leadership changes due to retirement, promotions, or new opportunities. Erin Hoffman (Collaboration Business Consulting) shares key strategies for success.

Recent Library items

Recent Library Items

Feb 18, 2025

Resources from our 2/20 Tailgate!

Upcoming Tailgates & Workshops

Tailgate | Minimizing Row Passes for Maximum Vineyard Health
Mar 26
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Tailgate | Minimizing Row Passes for Maximum Vineyard Health
Tailgate | Fungicide Spraying: Evolving Strategies & Grower Insights
Apr 25
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Tailgate | Fungicide Spraying: Evolving Strategies & Grower Insights
Tailgate | Dry Farming Site Tour
May 1
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Tailgate  |  Dry Farming Site Tour
Tailgate | Biochar Field Day
May 9
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Tailgate  |  Biochar Field Day