All Things Soil Sustainability

This workshop covered soil sampling methods and values, compost production, biochar application, using sheep in the vineyard, as well as soil sensing and tracking technologies and other tools that assist with soil health, water retention and nutrient retention. Opus One also shared their experience applying compost and biochar blend. 

speakers

Miguel Garcia, PhD | Sustainable Agriculture Program Manager at Napa RCD

  • Soil Sampling: Introduction & Demonstration 

Nathalie Jure | Director of Viticulture, Opus One Winery

  • On-Farm Compost & Biochar Production and Application

Andy Buck | Community Outreach and Business Development at Upper Valley Disposal and Recycling (UVDS)

  • Local Compost Sourcing

Tim Dewey-Mattia | Recycling & Public Education Manager at Napa Recycling & Waste Services

  • Local Compost Sourcing

Charlie McIntosh | Product Manager at Pacific Biochar

  • Biochar Sourcing & Usage

Keisha Wheeler | Co-Owner of Catalyst BioAmendments

  • Catalyst Bioamendments

Vinsense Technology

  • Bryan André Soil Scientist at VinSense
  • Dr. David Ebert Founder at VinSense

Ryan Mykita | Head of Growth & New Markets at Biome Makers 

  • Becrop Rate Soil Testing

Christian Cain | Owner of Perennial Grazing

  • Benefits Of Sheep in The Vineyard