Biodiversity is essential for any resilient vineyard. Join us at Grgich Hills American Canyon to discuss the impressive work they have done to integrate biodiversity within vineyard blocks. Experts will be on hand to discuss all the various species that a vineyard can support.
Ivo Jeramaz, Winemaker & VP of Vineyards and Production at Grgich Hills, will welcome us to the beautiful property and illustrate the various implementation of habitat diversity they have undertaken at the American Canyon ranch.
Jo Ann Baumgartner & Sam Earnshaw from Wild Farm Alliance will provide insight on how to maximize bird habitat and establish hedgerows to support the local ecology.
Erin Arnsteen from the Monarch Joint Venture will outline how pivotal vineyard acreage can be to support the dwindling Western Monarch populations.
Cori Carlson, owner of Napa Pasture Protein, will explain the ecological goals of grazing a vineyard.
Ruby Stahel from the Napa RCD will join us to discuss the various resources that the RCD has to support habitat enhancement on Napa properties.
This is an entirely outdoor, walking event. Rain Date: 3/5/26.