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Conservation

Conservation of the critically endangered Elim Fynbos is the cornerstone on which we have based our farming practices. Geoff McIver – owner

Commitment to Conservation

Servitude

Conservation Servitude

In 2017 Lomond Wine Estate became the first wine farm in SA to sign 68 hectares of endangered Overberg Sandstone Fynbos andendangered Elim Ferricrete Fynbos into a conservation servitude, in partnership with the Grootbos Foundation and Fauna and Flora International. This safeguards populations of endangered species such as Aloe judii, a locally endemic Aloe which is only known from a few populations, and Leucadendron elimense, a rare conebush which is associated with ferricrete soils.

Protected Environment

Walker Bay Protected Environment

In a significant step towards preserving its natural heritage and fostering sustainable land management, Lomond Wine Estate has embarked on declaring its property as a Protected Environment. This bold move reflects the estate’s commitment to environmental stewardship and marks a new chapter in its journey towards sustainable viticulture and conservation. Lomond Wine Estate, along with seven other landowners within the conservancy, are in the final steps of declaring their properties as a Protected Environment, a legally designated area established under the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPAA) of 2003.  The Walker Bay Protected Environment aims at conserving important ecological features and biodiversity while promoting sustainable land and resource management.

Sustainability

Lomond Wines is committed to fighting climate change through sustainability. We are a proud member of Carbon Heroes.

Solar

Both cellar and tasting room are powered by 2 50kw solar energy systems.

Fuel Savings

Bikes are utilised by viticulture team rather than bakkies.

Organic Fertilizer

Organic waste materials are composted and utilised as fertilizer for vineyards.

Water Smart

Probes in vineyards monitor moisture levels in the soil to assure proper irrigation.

Recycling

Chem containers, glass, cardboard, and all organic materials are recycles or composted.

Soil Health

Cover crops are utilised to promote soil health in assistance with compost.

Servitude Area

Lomond is the first wine farm in SA to sign a portion of the farm into a Conservation Servitude with Fauna and Flora International.

International Recognition

In 2023, Lomond was named Social Responsibility and an Environment Champion by UK Wine Importer Hallgarten. Read the full story below:

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