In this episode of Conservation Stories, host Tillery Timmons-Sims and guest co-host Dusty Timmons sit down with Kelly Mulville, Vineyard Director at Paicines Ranch, to discuss innovative approaches to vineyard management through regenerative agriculture. Mulville shares how he integrates livestock grazing, biodiversity, and sustainable vineyard design to improve soil health, reduce irrigation needs, and enhance overall vineyard resilience.
The conversation delves into the unique trellising system used at Paicines Ranch, allowing year-round sheep grazing while maintaining grape production. Mulville also highlights the role of biodiversity, discussing how increasing plant species from 11 to over 100 has improved vineyard sustainability. He shares insights into the economic benefits of regenerative viticulture, the challenges of pests like voles, and the importance of adapting vineyard practices to climate variability.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how regenerative farming principles can be applied to viticulture, creating a system that benefits both the land and the farmer. This episode offers valuable takeaways for vineyard owners, conservationists, and anyone interested in the future of sustainable agriculture.
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Kelly Mulville, Vineyard Director at Paicines Ranch
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