Shared Pressures, Different Approaches: Vineyard Pest and Disease Management Round-Table Discussion 

Event Details

April 22, 2026
12:00PM – 1:00PM  

Session Description

Join us for a facilitated grower roundtable discussion, bringing together vineyard operators using different management systems to discuss how they manage pest and disease pressure in their own vineyards. We’ll focus on practical decision-making, operational constraints and trade-offs, highlighting shared challenges rather than comparing or debating production systems. 

Guest Speaker

Steve Ells, Ellslea Vineyards 

Steve Ells is the owner and operator of Ellslea Vineyard in Nova Scotia’s Gaspereau Valley. Steve grows hybrid and vinifera grapes for the provincial wine industry with a strong emphasis on soil health as the foundation for vine performance and long-term vineyard resilience. He previously served as President of the Nova Scotia Grape Growers Association and remains an active voice in grower-focused viticulture. 

Bruce Ewert, L’Acadie Vineyards 

Bruce Ewert is the founder, owner and winemaker of L’Acadie Vineyards in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley. He established L’Acadie in 2004, focusing on organic and sustainable viticulture. Bruce is recognized for his commitment to soil health, ecological farming and crafting wines that express the unique character and terroir of the Annapolis Valley.

Registration

Registration is required. The registration deadline is April 21, 2026. There is no cost to attend. 

Questions?

Katarina Vucic
kvucic@perennia.ca
902-599-1390