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Organic winegrowing in Central Otago
Winegrowers in Central Otago are embracing organic practices at a rate that “punches above their weight”.Super judge — Jim Harre
Jim Harre is the first to admit he keeps a low profile for someone with such a big influence on…Women in Wine: Fiona Fenwick
Women In Wine's Fiona Fenwick studied something very different to wine — international terrorism.Any Old Vines? — Bob's Blog
How important is vine age to wine quality?National
Bayer Young Vit of the Year
For the second year running an emerging leader from Central Otago has taken out the national title of Bayer Young…
Breaking through the agricultural challenges
Our growing world needs more food production than ever — yet it will have to be produced with less water…Challenged to think and do
The year 2050 was mentioned often in this year’s Bragato Conference.Let’s talk plant breeding
One of the sellout sessions at Bragato was Let’s Talk Plant Breeding.Winning the war? BMSB in Georgia 2019
New Zealand Winegrowers (NZW) was part of a small delegation that recently visited the beautiful country of Georgia, in the…Regional
Organic winegrowing in Central Otago
Winegrowers in Central Otago are embracing organic practices at a rate that “punches above their weight”.
Sommeliers rank Marlborough winery
In the first Sommeliers Choice Awards held in the US, a Marlborough winery gained medals for every single wine they…Central viticulturist shortlisted for international recognition
Since graduating from Lincoln University in 2004, Central Otago viticulturist Nick Paulin has been on a steep upward trajectory.Dam – not enough water
The summer of 2019 is not the first time Marlborough has suffered from a big dry.Homage set to double
It’s high in price, small in production and set to grow following high quality grapes from the 2018 vintage.Opinion
Food-Friendly Wines — Bob's Blog
What are best food-friendly wines? Bob Campbell, MW offers his picks.
Any Old Vines? — Bob's Blog
How important is vine age to wine quality?A Forum for our Young Leaders
At the recent 200 year celebrations in the Bay of Islands, NZ Winegrowers was very pleased to announce a new…Celebrating 200 years of New Zealand Wine
In his diary Reverend Samuel Marsden records on September 25 1819 that he planted some grapevines in the grounds of…Wine prices on the rise — Bob's Blog
New Zealand wine prices are on the rise.Profiles
Super judge — Jim Harre
Jim Harre is the first to admit he keeps a low profile for someone with such a big influence on…
Women in Wine: Fiona Fenwick
Women In Wine's Fiona Fenwick studied something very different to wine — international terrorism.15 years of growth
Back in 2004 when Chris Yorke sent out his first New Zealand Winegrower press release, New Zealand wine had reached…Last minute entry reaps reward
Tonnellerie de Mercury NZ Young Winemaker of the Year, Emily Gaspard-Clark very nearly didn’t enter this year’s Marlborough regional young…Rippon Vineyards: World Class
The picture-perfect setting of Rippon on the shores of Lake Wanaka looking out to Ruby Island has a fairy-tale quality.Industry
Board implements changes
The PwC Strategic Review last year offered a number of recommendations presented to the New Zealand Winegrower’s Board.
Green tea instead of Sulphur
A Marlborough winery is attempting to replace sulphur dioxide (SO2) from their organic Sauvignon Blanc and replace it with green…Our oldest winery
Mission Estate Winery was established in 1851 by pioneering French Missionaries, making it New Zealand’s oldest winery with a fascinating…Going underground
The arguments advocating against sub surface irrigation are often over played, with the benefits ignored.Improving our readiness for Pierce’s Disease
Throughout northern California wine producers have dealt with Pierce’s Disease, caused by the bacterial pathogen Xylella fastidiosa, for over a…Machinery & Products
New machinery for the vineyard
Mark Daniel on what's new in machinery for the vineyard.
New Holland launches Braud 9000 series grape harvesters
New Holland Agriculture has introduced the new Braud 9000 series to its portfolio of self-propelled grape harvesters, with the 9090L…Collaboration increases capability
Initially designed to assist fertiliser spreading trucks operating on steep New Zealand hill country, TracMap’s GPS guidance and job management…Tractor for tight spaces
Italian specialist tractor manufacturer SAME, part of the SDF Group, used the recent EIMA 18 Expo in Bologna, to roll…Ozone in the vineyard
The word ozone conjures up images of big holes in the atmosphere, stronger UV light, the risk of severe sunburn…» Latest Print Issues Online
Editorial
The challenges of the past and future — Editorial
The past forms the present and the present leads to the future. That is basically the theme of this issue…
Learning and growing — Editorial
When you stop learning, you stop growing. It’s a saying that came to mind a few times recently, after attending…
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New machinery for the vineyard
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Green tea instead of Sulphur
A Marlborough winery is attempting to replace sulphur dioxide (SO2) from their organic Sauvignon Blanc and replace it with green…