Napa Valley Vintners’ Post

Giving back to the community 🕓 How I woke up at 4am today to be in the vineyards and volunteer with #TerraUma to participate in 🌿 Harvesting French Colombard Grapes 🍇 ☀ It's August, during the day close to 40 degrees C, early morning 25 already. This is grape harvest season in Israel. I had the incredible opportunity to join the Terra Uma crew, handpicking French Colombard grapes. Terra Uma is a foundation created by Tomer Weinberg, CEO, who was looking for a way to address PTSD post combat experience. He found this through the process of wine making, and now there have been several rounds of 'graduates' from the program and with success. Each participant in the program plays an active role in wine making, learns about the grapes, the process, the fermentation and finished product. This is a healing journey and enables them to reintegrate into society. The participants produce wine and sell their unique bottles. The proceeds go to the foundation. I met Tomer and the team through skill-based volunteering in sharing marketing expertise, and today we finally met live with the volunteers and program participants. 🙏 The experience of harvesting grapes is more than just a task; it’s a celebration of tradition, teamwork, and the promise of a great vintage. 🍷 💡 What did I learn today that also applies to leadership & life skills? 1) Teamwork really makes the dream work. The work is lighter and more fun, you talk and exchange experience. We sure heard some interesting stories today whilst picking grapes (but that for another time). 2) There are times when you need to get your hands dirty. Yes, stand in the dirt with your team and feel what it's like. You cannot see everything from remote and know what people are feeling and seeing. It opens perspectives. 3) Think about purpose. Knowing how your contribution helps achieve the greater goal is very satisfying. Even when it may be hard and at times you think why am I doing this all? Think about the end goals and how small steps lead to progress. For my IL based friends and colleagues, more info about Terra Uma foundation: https://lnkd.in/db-qU7KH Lisa Rahmani Claire Assal #HarvestSeason #VineyardLife #FrenchColombard #WineMaking #Teamwork #volunteering #ESG #Tevalife Below: In the vineyard with Tomer Weinberg

Another great class of ‘Growing your own food!’ Wandsworth Council Lifelong Learning We learned how to grow some basics of garlic, ginger and herbs 🪴 😍 next sustainability classes … Booking link below 👇🏼 #sustainability #classes #lifelonglearning #ecoliving #moneysaving #costofliving #lifeskills

Engaging in meaningful conversations is always inspiring, especially when it involves a bit of trash talk! My latest article in Edible Marin & Wine Country Spring issue explores the "Conversations Worth Having" at Barndiva in Healdsburg. If you're intrigued and want to learn how to walk the talk, check out the article online or in print. Let's keep the conversation going! #EdibleMarin #WineCountry #ConversationsWorthHaving #Barndiva #Sustainability

Question: What does the Formula 1 Grand Prix have in common with the Northcote Local Food Garden - a communal permaculture patch in Melbourne's inner north? Answer: Not much, until this year. Back in March, the Reground team worked with Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix to collect all of the ground coffee from the event and deliver it to NLFG, located not far from Reground HQ in Darebin City Council. At the Food Garden, Kerrie and the other volunteers are now using the ground coffee to create perfectly calibrated compost and prepare the garden for autumn planting. When we say we're turning waste into a resource, this is what we mean. The ground coffee that event organisers would otherwise have paid high fees to send to #landfill is instead helping nourish soil and grow #community right here in Melbourne. It's simple, it's local and it works.

Get ready for an intriguing event! We're unveiling a groundbreaking product set to revolutionize the indoor food garden market. Can you solve the riddle to uncover the mystery? Join us for the reveal and presentation to learn all about this innovative solution and how it can transform your indoor food garden! Stay tuned! #FutureGreenThumb #IndoorGardenMarket #InnovativeSolutions #Presentation #IndoorGardening"

🔥 New on the Enlightened Omnivore 🔥 Few things bring people together like a meal cooked over fire, and there’s nothing quite like roasting a whole lamb to celebrate the end of summer. In my latest piece, I explore the art and tradition of roasting lamb, rooted in ceremony and community gatherings across cultures. It's more than just a meal—it’s a tradition steeped in culture, spirituality, and connection. It’s an experience that nurtures not only our bodies but also our spirit, connecting us to the land, to history, and most importantly, to one another. I also break down the "how-to" for roasting your own whole lamb, with a step-by-step recipe and tips to make your feast unforgettable. From sourcing to seasoning, to serving, this guide has everything you need to master the art of whole animal roasting. https://lnkd.in/gMi_Hvv5 #WholeAnimalRoasting #FoodCulture #Community #HowTo #EnlightenedOmnivore #MindfulEating #CulturalTraditions #Spirituality #WholeAnimalRoasting #FoodCulture #Community #Connection #EnlightenedOmnivore #MindfulEating #TeamBuilding #FoodCulture #Community #Sustainability #MindfulEating #Leadership #EnlightenedOmnivore #LambRoast

'Tis the season for day tripping, and what better place to go than flavourful and fun Dufferin County? Home to iconic TikTok hikes (hello Mono Cliffs Park!) and tasty temptations at local farmers' markets and restaurants, Dufferin County is abundant with sensory experiences — and needed a home to show them off. Enter: the newly designed and developed Explore Dufferin #website where you can explore itineraries, events, community profiles, places to stay, and much more. #WebsiteDesign #WebDevelopment

With more tasks and more people on the ground, the risk of incidents rises during busy harvest season. Discover how we ensure safety and efficiency across orchards and vineyards. https://lnkd.in/gi7-DRnn

"Peek behind the scenes at Agri Bianco! Curious about the roots of your favorite fruits? Explore the enchanting orchards where our sun-kissed treasures come to life. From the farm to your local supermarket, our fruits carry the essence of nature's goodness. #AgriBiancoExperience #FarmFreshFruits #SavorTheJourney"

📸Here are some shots from our farms, where the care of nature and the craftsmanship of humans are evident. We invite you to taste the difference in what we grow with love and harvest with passion. #PepperHarvest #OrganicFarming #lombardipepperpickle #lombardipepperpickles #lombardipeppers #pickledpeppers #pickledpepper