Viticulture Research and Extension Associate

Tremain has been the viticulture research and extension associate at Virginia Tech since 2010 where he generates and delivers innovative research to Virginia grape growers. He is responsible for developing programs and outreach for new and experienced grape farmers in Virginia’s growing wine industry. His current research focuses on vineyard cost flow projections, evaluation of protective culture in vineyards, and vineyard fertilizer programs.  

Tremain completed vineyard and winery practicums in Italy (2006), New Zealand (2009) and Virginia (2007 & 2010), received his MSc in Horticulture at Virginia Tech (2010), and completed his MBA at Shenandoah University (2017). He is a third generation farmer and has helped transition the family farm in Loudoun County from dairy production to direct-to-consumer sales of pastured beef/lamb, and wine, as Zephaniah Farm Vineyard.