The land around the original Krondorf village was subdivided into small lots that allowed each family to grow produce, establish orchards and raise livestock. Instead of focusing on a single crop, the villagers grew a wide range of fruits, vegetables and grains, which allowed them to survive through times both good and bad. This sustainable, mixed style of farming was modelled on the German Hufendorf system.

In many of these Hufendorf farms, vines were planted among the other produce, creating small weingartens. While some crops failed, many vines flourished, which proved their hardiness and suitability to the region’s soils.