About Vinebalance
VineBalance's Link to AEM
New
York's Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) Program is a voluntary,
incentive-based program that helps farm operators make common-sense, cost-effective
and science-based decisions that help meet business objectives while protecting
and conserving the State’s natural resources. Strong partnerships at the
local, state and federal levels have led to the growing success of AEM,
linking existing agricultural and natural resource service agencies together
with the farmer as a cooperative team. As the umbrella program for all
of New York’s agricultural conservation efforts, AEM also lays the groundwork
for participation in other state, federal and locally administered programs.
With close to 10,000 farms enrolled in 54 counties across the state, AEM
is continually expanding as new assessment tools are tailored to meet the
needs of all types and sizes of agricultural operations.
VineBalance’s New York Guide to Sustainable Viticulture Practices Grower Self-assessment Workbook is recognized and endorsed by the AEM Program of the New York State Soil & Water Conservation Committee and New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets as the official Tier 2 Assessment Worksheets for vineyards.
For more information about the AEM Program, visit their website at: www.agmkt.state.ny.us/soilwater/aem