Education Committee Chair
Kraemer Farms Vineyard
First Term Expires: 12/31/2026
Austin Kraemer is a 4th generation farmer from the Willamette Valley in the Silverton area. Born into a family legacy of agriculture, Austin, alongside his brother Ben, manages Kraemer Farms vineyard operations. Stepping into his father’s boots, Austin took on the crucial responsibility of overseeing the existing vineyard acres while establishing a few hundred more acres.
Austin’s journey in agriculture led him to OSU where he pursued a degree in Agricultural Business Management. Eager to broaden his knowledge, he embarked on an insightful internship with E.J. Gallo Winery. After, Austin returned to his roots, Kraemer Farms in the Willamette Valley. With a focus on winery relations and a vision for vineyard expansion, he played a pivotal role in shaping the vineyards’ operations trajectory.
Austin’s commitment to fostering strong relationships within the winemaking community and expanding the vineyards underscored his dedication to both the family legacy and the thriving wine industry in the region.
Austin Kraemer, shares his life on the family farm with his wife Destinee, who is expecting their first child in February, and his Belgian Malinois, Chief. Beyond the demands of the vineyard, he is a fanatic gardener and avid Outdoorsmen, with a fondness for raising livestock. His goal is to continue an ongoing legacy of wine growing in the Willamette Valley while contributing to the advancement of the industry for the betterment of the businesses, people, and the environment.
