Prevent Smoky Burns and Preserve Air Quality

NVG's Low-Smoke Burning Technique & Other Alternatives

Permitted burn season runs from October through April. One of the easiest and most cost-effective alternatives to smoky burns for growers to implement is NVG’s Low-Smoke Ag Burning Technique. Use NVG's step-by-step manual available in English and Spanish to reduce black carbon, preserve air quality, and conduct virtually smoke-free burns!
 
Burning is an essential practice with no alternative when it comes to preventing the spread of vine pests and diseases. In addition to NVG's Low-Smoke Burning Technique, the use of fireboxes such as Airburners can also deliver a clean burn. For vines not compromised due to pest and disease issues, other alternative methods include chipping and grinding.

NVG's Vine Disposal & Open Burning Resources

• NVG’s Low-Smoke Ag Burning Manuals and Task Force Webpage
• Open Burning & Vine Disposal Requirements & Best Practices
• Alternatives to Traditional Agricultural Biomass Burning in Napa Valley (2018), Daniela Bazán, Master of Science in Environmental Management
• Napa County Agricultural Commissioner Burn Permit Information
• BAAQMD Regulations
• BAAQMD'S 'Spare the Air' Status
• Learn about BAAQMD’s Free Chipping Services​