Vineyards in the Watershed - Juliane Poirier Locke

Name: Vineyards in the Watershed
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Author: Juliane Poirier Locke
ISBN: 9780971662209

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Title:

Vineyards in the Watershed

Author:

Juliane Poirier Locke

ISBN:

9780971662209

Pages:

181

Description:

Optimization of ecological stability and wine grape productivity and quality through an understanding of natural processes such a biodiversity, carbon and nutrient cycling and plant-oil interactions is the stated mission of this text. Reducing pesticide use and promoting soil health through erosion control, cover crops and compost are all important goals of this book. A first-hand, real experience report on how organic and biodynamic grape growers of Napa achieve these goals. Everything is covered including elimination of herbicides, managing wildlife and social responsibility for the workers. The only book of this kind and essential to any new wine grape grower.