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 The health of our environment rests in the hands of each and every one of us. At Pelee Island Winery, we employ a proactive approach to maintaining and bettering the microclimate we are so fortunate to have. It begins in our vineyards where Bruno Friesen, our viticulturalist, uses a protocol for integrated pest management, developed with support from World Wildlife Fund Canada (WWF), and regularly monitors the health of our vines and our clay soils. Our commitment to the limited use of ecologically responsible pesticide spraying and use of all natural island grown fertilizer are two examples of what he has done to take the vineyards above and beyond the guidelines provided.
The winery recently purchased a red cedar savannah forest that is unique only to the island. Restoration efforts have saved the forest and allowed for new growth and the acclimatization of dozens of unique habitat. Moreover, the winery plans to engage a 5 year study that will facilitate the total rehabilitation of the forest.
With vineyards, beaches and water surrounding us, there is no excuse but to start small with a big vision. If the island community can take steps towards becoming North America’s greenest community, it will spur on others to take action around the country that will benefit everyone. From use of renewable energies such as solar and wind power, all encompassing recycling, water treatment facilities, composting, bio-dynamic sewage systems and organic farming, we plan to lead the way to being recognized as the greenest, most environmentally safe community anywhere.
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