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The WGGA has voiced an objection to the recent proposal by WFA that an industry-owned services body be established to take on the major functions of WFA and the AWBC.
Australian Winegrape Outlook 2008-2012
Australian Viticulture is proud to publish the Australian Winegrape Outlook 2008-2012 paper, prepared by McGrath-Kerr Business Consultants Pty Ltd for Wine Grape Growers’ Australia and the Grape and Wine Research and Development Corporation.
Vine improvement
The discussions about direction of vine improvement in Australia have been simmering away for some time. Australian Viticulture journalist Sonya Logan spoke to the main players to highlight a significant development.
Durif Varietal Report
Morris Wines of Rutherglen are considered to be the pioneers of Durif in Australia and Australian Viticulture caught up with David Morris to hear the story of the family’s history with the variety.
Vineyard development
This issue’s Profitable Viticulture column, written by Tony Hoare of Hoare Consulting, McLaren Vale, highlights the benefits of conducting soil surveys to improve vineyard uniformity.
Brown Brothers Milawa Vineyard viticultural technical officer Catherine Anderson provides a detailed case study of the company’s recent experience with vineyard development and redevelopment.
Vine nutrition
The Victorian Department of Primary Industries has recently conducted a study that aimed to identify research and extension opportunities in the field of vine nutrition, recognising that many growers find selecting and evaluating fertilisers to be a major challenge.
Langhorne Creek water supply
Growers in the Langhorne Creek region of South Australia are doing everything they can to ensure a viable water supply for forthcoming vintages, but cost is a major prohibitive factor. Yet many are making inroads to maintain a healthy environment to ensure the ongoing success of the region.
Biodynamics, NZ style
Australian Viticulture’s Tasmania correspondent Mark Smith recently visited a biodynamically-operated vineyard in Central Otago, New Zealand, and reports on the methods used in our neighbouring land.
Smoke taint
Several research groups around Australia are working together to discover the true depths of the impact of fire-related smoke taint on grapes and wine.
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From the Editor's desk
The May/June issue of Australia’s only journal dedicated to viticulture, Australian Viticulture, is proud to present the Australian Winegrape Outlook paper 2008-2012, the annual update on supply and demand for winegrapes, prepared by McGrath-Kerr Business Consultants Pty Ltd and produced by Winetitles for Wine Grape Growers’ Australia. This paper provides detailed statistical insight to the projected status of Australia’s vineyards taken from ABARE data, the Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation and the ABS.
Australia’s vine improvement bodies are currently going through a process of change, and Sonya Logan spoke with the sector’s main players to report on the proposed national body, aiming to set new standards for core vine improvement activities.
This issue’s Varietal Report focuses on Durif, and we present the story of Morris Wines, considered to be pioneers of the variety in Australia. Some of Australia’s Durif growers share their stories of triumph with a variety that is renowned for the challenges it presents in the vineyard.
Vineyard development and redevelopment is a major focus of this issue, and we present the advice of Tony Hoare, of Hoare Consulting, in McLaren Vale, about the use of soil surveys for new vineyards to maximise uniformity. Brown Brothers viticultural technical officer, Catherine Anderson, presents a case study of the company’s extensive experience with redevelopment of existing vineyards.
Langhorne Creek growers are grappling with severe drought conditions, exasperated by their main water source, Lake Alexandrina, increasing in salinity. Lauren Jones spoke with the leaders of the proposed water pipeline project as part of a feature about the region’s environmental activities.
Also in this issue, we present the latest research results on the topic of smoke taint. After a recent visit to Cental Otago, New Zealand Mark Smith tells the tale of Felton Road’s conversion to biodynamic grapegrowing.
Many growers may now be considering purchasing new vineyard machinery for the next season, and there is a great depth of information available about the new models on the market, and some interesting stories about growers’ own inventions.
For further information about Australian Viticulture or to secure your copy of the May/June issue, featuring other timely practical information visit www.winebiz.com.au/ausvit/ or telephone Winetitles on +618 8292 0888.
