biodynamic
adjective
bio·dy·nam·ic
ˌbī-(ˌ)ō-di-ˈna-mik 
-dī-
1
: of or relating to a system of farming that follows a sustainable, holistic approach which uses only organic, usually locally-sourced materials for fertilizing and soil conditioning, views the farm as a closed, diversified ecosystem, and often bases farming activities on lunar cycles
biodynamic practices
… these wines are distinctive and delicious. And … an increasing number of them are made from organic grapes or according to biodynamic principals, only deepening their purity and unique sense of place.—
Wine Spectator
Wine SpectatorThe shop features plants, herb seasonings, and herb teas all grown on the property by means of biodynamic methods.—Anthony Hitchcock and Jean Lindgren
Anthony Hitchcock and Jean Lindgren2
: grown by or utilizing biodynamic farming
biodynamic vegetables
a biodynamic vineyard
biodynamics
noun, plural in form but singular in construction
To proponents of biodynamics, the soil is not just a medium in which living things grow; the soil is itself a living organism.
—Bill St. John
Bill St. John
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For The Times) The Bloom Garden, which replaced a simpler ornamental garden, was designed by biodynamic farmer and educator Daron Joffe — known as Farmer D — with the goal of creating a multigenerational space for relaxation and inspiration.
—Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
In viticulture, organic and biodynamic farming resonate with both today’s health and environmentally conscious drinkers and an ever-increasing number of winemakers worried about climate change.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Set in a former royal garden, the all-day Little House leans into fresh and local cuisine paired with biodynamic wines.
—Jackie Caradonio, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2025
In 2020, 53 California vineyards were certified biodynamic, but that number has now fallen to 44.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2025
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2026
In viticulture, organic and biodynamic farming resonate with both today’s health and environmentally conscious drinkers and an ever-increasing number of winemakers worried about climate change.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Set in a former royal garden, the all-day Little House leans into fresh and local cuisine paired with biodynamic wines.
—Jackie Caradonio, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2025
In 2020, 53 California vineyards were certified biodynamic, but that number has now fallen to 44.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2025
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“Biodynamic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/biodynamic. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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