Andrew Schultz
Are you ready for the next vintage?
Are you ready for the next vintage?
Andrew Schultz
The Tao of Farming - Lesson #4

When we wait for something we anticipate what comes next. We stand restless on the edge of the next thing waiting to rush in with our plans in hand. Patience is more pleasant. It is settling into the situation. Taking stock of what is around you, noticing more. Using your time to prepare further for the next, or adjust based on new information. Patience is equanimity.

The Tao of Farming - Lesson #4
Business Management
Andrew Schultz
The Tao of Farming - Lesson #3

There is a saying, “The farmers footsteps are the best fertilizer,” the important take away is that these footsteps wouldn’t occur if the farmer didn’t understand how important it is to be there in the first place.

The Tao of Farming - Lesson #3
Business Management
Andrew Schultz
The Tao of Farming - Lesson #2

The essence of farming is making decisions in the face of uncertainty. No one knows exactly what will happen, no one knows exactly what has happened even after we’ve witnessed and measured it.

The Tao of Farming - Lesson #2
Business Management
Andrew Schultz
The Tao of Farming - Lesson #1

Intuition in farming is important. For every action there is a reaction.

The Tao of Farming - Lesson #1

canopy management

Continued discussion on vineyard spray programs. How I saved 60,000 dollars in chemicals over two vintages. Part 2 of 2

Continued discussion on vineyard spray programs. How I saved 60,000 dollars in chemicals over two vintages. Part 2 of 2

The second most important factor is to understand how you fit in in the puzzle. Am I a mildew enabler? In the first post on this topic we talked about the things that the viticulturist must know but, cannot control. Today we will talk about the things that the viticulturist can control. Much of this for the seasoned viticulturist may seem like a review of items they've heard before. So, I will be taking the vocabulary that I have outlined and applying it to the decision making process I used in the 2016 season to add context.

Creating Time in the Vineyard... Proactive vs. Reactive Farming

Creating Time in the Vineyard... Proactive vs. Reactive Farming

I can't speak for everyone, but wouldn't it feel great to be on top of everything in the vineyard and feel like you are ahead of the game for once? In the moment, you'll likely never feel this relaxed. Even if you are on top of things, there will be times when you think you are behind. Aside from those realities, I want to discuss some ways to create time in your business and to assess whether you are really ahead of the game or behind the 8-ball. I'll end the discussion by summarizing three tools I use in getting the work done on time each season for the least cost.