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What Is Regenerative Farming? Here in Indiana, farming is part of our identity. It shapes our landscape, our communities, and the way we gather around the table. But not all farming looks the same—and more importantly, not all farming has the same impact on the environment. If you’ve visited our winery, you’ve probably heard us use the word regenerative. But what does that actually mean? And why does it matter—for your wine, your food, and even the water here in Indiana? Let’

What if the unexpected parts of your story are actually leading somewhere meaningful? The story behind “Big Yellow” is rooted in that belief—a reminder that no matter what comers our way, something good is still being formed.

Big Yellow is our new Traminette wine — Indiana’s state grape. Learn about its flavors and the fascinating science behind this beloved Hoosier varietal.

In an era where our food system feels increasingly opaque, many of us have become skeptical about what we buy at the grocery—and for good reason. While often attributed to processed foods (rightfully so), we should also be demanding better fruit and vegetables. Multiple studies have shown In the past ~50 years the nutritional density of our fruits and vegetables has declined by 25 to 50% [1] [ 2 ][ 3 ]. Where our food comes from, how it was grown, and what was added to it ma

The Rejoicing Vine joins Wish-TV's Daybreak to talk sustainable agriculture and sparkling wine in Indiana.

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The Rejoicing Vine leads the conversation on sustainability at the 2025 Indiana Grown Symposium Indiana Grown Symposium 2025 (Danville,...

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Learn how supporting local businesses helps strengthen your community.

Returning to my alma mater, I had the joy of teaching Purdue horticulture students about regenerative agriculture and the future of Indiana wine. Together, we explored how sustainability, science, and faith come together to cultivate life—one vine, one glass, and one student at a time.