Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards
40 acres11143 Evangeline Trail, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, B4P 2R1Lightfoot Family
We see regenerative agriculture as an essential and responsible way forward that is not only better for the environment but also better for product quality. Living soils grow healthy, balanced vines that bear better quality fruit, and, ultimately, wines that convey the purest spirit of place. It is of utmost importance to us to leave our land to future generations in a healthier state, our soils enriched and free from chemicals.
STORIES OF REGENERATION:
SHORT FILM
The biodynamic wines of Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards
PODCAST
Podcast: Connecting People to Place at Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards
WEBINAR
🎥 Regenerating the market: Direct-to-consumer models connecting farmers and families
Photo gallery
Nova Scotia
REGENERATIVE PRINCIPLE
Reciprocity within both natural and human ecosystems
2023-07-14 | Live Event
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Products
- wine
- wine grapes
Regenerative Practices
- Reduced tillage
- Minimum-till
- Permanent grassland
- Soil cover
- Cover crops
- Organic mulch
- Biodiversity
- Pollinator buffers
- Habitat conservation/creation/restoration
- Agroforestry and perennials
- Tree crops
- Perennial crops
- Windbreaks
- Organic inputs
- Compost
- Compost tea
- Manure
- Biostimulants
- No synthetic pesticides
- No synthetic fertilizers
- Integrating livestock
- Adaptive multi-paddock grazing
- Integrated crop and livestock
- Pastured pigs or poultry
Observations
- Return of wildlife - birds. snakes, deer
- Improved soil health - texture, minimal compaction
- Product quality - even ripeness and flavour development
Certifications
- Organic (Ecocert Canada)
- Demeter (biodynamic)
How to buy
- https://lightfootandwolfville.com/ , through our farm-winery store at 11143 Evangeline Trail, Wolfville NS, at the NSLC https://www.mynslc.com/
