Field Day at Grapewood Farm: Regenerative Organic Grain Production & Processing

Grapewood Farm , Common Grain Alliance and the Virginia Association of Biological Farming are co-hosting a field day focused on the viability of regenerative and organic grain growing. Hear from Fred Sachs about Grapewood Farm’s organic grain farming practices, see the grain cleaning equipment and mill, and hear his valuable insights for farmers interested in organic production. Virginia Association of Biological Farming will also speak about information and resources they have available to support farmers' transition to organic. There will be an organic certifier present to provide additional information about certification requirements and answer questions. Light refreshments and an opportunity to network and fellowship with other farmers will follow the presentation.  

This event is hosted by Common Grain Alliance and the Virginia Association of Biological Farming with sponsorship from the Transition to Organic Partnership Program.

Date: Thursday May 29,  11:00am - 3:00pm

Location: Grapewood Farm 362 Federal Farm Rd, Montross, VA 22520

Note:  Park in the designated area where you see other vehicles, and walk to the large building. Attendees should be prepared for a walk as we visit the site.

About Grapewood Farm: Located in the historic Northern Neck, Grapewood Farm proudly offers "Virginia Grown, Virginia Ground" organic small grains and superior stone ground flour for customers in the Mid-Atlantic region.  Grapewood Farm is dedicated to the good stewardship of the land and to managing its natural resources in a sustainable manner.  We utilize practices such as no-till and reduced tillage, cover crops and crop rotation to help reduce damage and rebuild soil fertility. This healthy soil results in healthier crops, and more nutrient packed grains that are then stone ground into Virginia’s finest whole grain and sifted flour.

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