What is the difference between LIVE Region I and LIVE Region II?
In January of 2009, the LIVE Vineyard Certification Technical Committee decided to create, based on climate, two distinct regions for its membership. These fall under one of two categories: LIVE Region I or LIVE Region II. Each region has its own unique set of forms, including pesticide list, and Green/Yellow List of Vine Protection Measures.
LIVE Region I describes cool-weather, maritime viticulutral climates. Currently, this includes Western Oregon (Willamette Valley), certain areas in Southern Oregon, and Western Washington.
LIVE Region II describes warm-weather, maritime viticultural climates. Currently, this includes certain areas in Southern Oregon, Central and Southern Washington, and Eastern Oregon and Washington (Walla Walla).
Each region has its own pest- and climate-related issues that require unique attention. If you are unsure what region you fall under, please contact the LIVE office.