Looking to fund your next water/energy-saving project? The CDFA's SWEEP grant is open for applications through January 18th. There's still quite a bit of money up for grabs but it's going fast. Contact Loni at loni@advancedvit.com or (415) 619-4955 to discuss your project ideas and funding...

You may have noticed it's harder to get stuff these days. It doesn't look like things are going to get better anytime soon. More importantly, they aren't likely to get better in time for frost season. Oh yee a little faith...and planning. Why not order your new frost alert system today? The AV team...

Between the ongoing drought and new legislation on the horizon, now is the time to invest in vineyard sensing technology. The State of California wants to help and is willing to fund 100% of the cost of selected projects that focus on saving water and reducing emissions. SWEEP awards up to $200,000...

The State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) is providing grants to advance innovative irrigation systems in California agriculture. These systems aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance water conservation. Eligible components include soil moisture monitoring, drip systems,...

This month, Congress (barely) passed the Inflation Reduction Act, known colloquially as "The Climate Bill." This bill puts an unprecedented $369 billion towards reducing carbon emissions and investing in domestic energy production and manufacturing. A big slice of this is ear-marked for...

Vines' nutrient needs vary across the season, and bloom is a particularly sensitive time. Leading up to bloom, you want to make sure your micronutrients are on point. Boron and Zinc for instance are crucial if you want to ensure good set. On the other hand, too much nitrogen can reprogram your...

February 16th: Pinot Noir is already bursting at this Russian River Vineyard It's been a little toasty for February. It looks like we're off to an early start this season...again...and with that a particularly dangerous frost season. If you haven't noticed, it's still pretty hard to get stuff....

The three GSA Boards (Groundwater sustainability agencies) will hold public hearings to review and consider adoption of Groundwater Sustainability Plans on the following dates and times: Sonoma Valley Monday, December 6. The public hearing will begin no earlier than 4:15 p.m. The meeting will be...