Introduction to THE Program and Certification Requirements

New to sustainable winegrowing? Here's where you can get up to speed on our program, designed specifically for use on Long Island.

Introduction to LISW
Certification Requirements

THE 18 CRITERIA USED FOR CERTIFICATION AND MEANING BEHIND THEM

These 18 points were taken from the VineBalance workbook (itself developed by Cornell University) as most relevant to growing premium wine grapes on Long Island. They form the core of our program.

Core Criteria Defined
THE CORE CRITERIA

MANAGING PESTICIDE SELECTION AND NITROGEN IN THE VINEYARD

At the end of the day, these are some of the most important decisions we have to make on the farm.

Pesticide Selection Protocol
Nitrogen Management Protocol

THE LISW GROWER VOW

All of our members have agreed to be stewards of our agricultural region.

LISW GROWER VOW
LISW GROWER CONTRACT