"Presentation by Ann Thrupp,"

Outline of Talk

Concepts of 
 “Sustainable” & “Organic” Agriculture

Growing Organic Sustainably...
Relationships between
Organic & Sustainable Agriculture

Scientific Underpinnings for
Sustainable & Organic Agriculture

Formal Definition of “Organic” Farming


Basic Principles in Sustainable
Organic Production
…BEYOND A “LIST” OF MATERIALS …


 What is a “sustainable”
  organic approach?
 EXAMPLE OF FETZER
VINEYARDS

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FETZER’S ACTION STATEMENT

“Walking the Talk...”

Examples of Practices for  
Energy Conservation & Efficiency

Examples For Management & Conservation Of Water

Important Aspects of a “Sustainable” Approach to Organic Viticulture

Further points on Sustainable and Organic Viticulture

More on Sustainable Organic Practices…

"FETZER’S ORGANIC"

WHY GO ORGANIC?
Compelling Reasons & Benefits

Growth of the Organic Market in the U.S. (Food & Beverages)

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Economic Success from Organic Winegrapes: Indicators of positive outcomes

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Costs involved in Organic Viticulture:
Example of weed control costs

Another reason to Go Organic…
Can Create Quality Improvements


HOW TO ACHIEVE THE ORGANIC GOAL? MAIN STRATEGIES & ACTIVITIES

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Organic Program  
 Contact Information

Data on Organic Winegrape Production Registered in California