July 9, 2026
Selling a vineyard, winery, or rural wine country property involves more than finding the right buyer. Before a transaction can move forward, buyers, lenders, t
July 9, 2026
In a tighter wine market, preventable vineyard loss is no longer just an operational headache. It is a margin issue.For many vineyard owners and managers, 2026
June 29, 2026
Vineyard managers spend considerable time evaluating vines, irrigation systems, and equipment, but trellis infrastructure often receives less attention until pr
June 23, 2026
33% of tractor hours are spent outside the blocks. Knowing where your machines spend time is powerful. But there is another question you should be...
June 18, 2026
Vineyard managers are constantly balancing labor efficiency, operational demands, site conditions, and weed management objectives. As the industry continues to evolve, many vineyards are exploring...
June 18, 2026
Roy has spent years producing high-quality wines with a focus on sustainable practices, always working to balance vine health against careful water use. It was visibility, knowing what was happening across...
June 10, 2026
In this year's edition of THE ROOT, we spotlight two unique Loire Valley grapes: Pineau d'Aunis and Grolleau Noir. Pineau d'Aunis is celebrated for its distinctive peppery spice and vibrant red fruit character,...
June 3, 2026
Shafer Vineyards put Lumo on Borderline. Expanded to Rustler and Ridgeback. And the system just went in at Schoolbus. 58 blocks across 96 acres. That kind of ex
June 3, 2026
Farm tools aren’t just tools—they're investments. And in agriculture, where your equipment works as hard as you do, durability isn’t a luxury, it’s a requiremen
May 29, 2026
The biggest challenge in ag technology isn’t innovation. It’s building tools that actually work on the farm.In a recent episode of Sustainable Winegrowing with









