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Gene Technology Bill: Impact on Winegrowers and New Zealand Winegrowers' Response
Genetic modification has long been a topic of hot debate.Biosecurity Update: Protecting the places that make our famous wines
Strengthening biosecurity in New Zealand Vineyards: A new requirement for SWNZ membersWine Weather
I am writing this story with the 2025 harvest in full swing.Getting sheep shape at Pyramid Farm
The vineyards at Pyramid Farm in Marlborough’s Avon Valley have never been run of the mill, with plantings that follow…National
NZ wine industry faces growing uncertainty, warns NZW chair
New Zealand's wine industry is facing an increasingly uncertain and unpredictable outlook, says New Zealand Winegrowwers (NZW) Board Chair Fabian…
Pinot Noir reigns in high-end NZ hospitality
Pinot Noir might be dwarfed by Sauvignon Blanc in New Zealand sales data, but in high end hospitality it's king,…Wine industry must drop ‘fine wine’ snobbery - Greening
The wine industry needs to stop "clinging to the debris of 'fine wine'" and instead speak in a language future…Empowering young Pinot lovers
When Dan Sims launched Pinot Palooza in 2012, he was well aware of the narrative that young people were eschewing…Growing regenrative viticulture
Regenerative agriculture is gaining traction worldwide, and New Zealand wine producers are increasingly embracing its principles.Regional
Grape growers Will & Jayne Grigg ‘cautiously optimistic’ about industry’s future
Marlborough grape growers Will and Jayne Grigg are "cautiously optimistic" about the future of the region's wine industry.
Vintage 2025
Nature has little regard for supply and demand equations, and there were abundant, high-quality crops for many around the country…The long view from Central
In the late 1970s, Ann Pinckney defied the prevailing view that Central Otago's climate was too extreme for viticulture, establishing…Grape expectations
The route to vintage seldom runs smooth, with the vagaries of nature and market dictating every turn. With a resplendent…Altogether Unique
What an exciting year lies ahead, kicking off with high impact in mid-February, when we welcome our hosted guests for…Opinion
Mastering Wine: Emma Jenkins' MW Musings
OPINION: There will be many who have noted with sadness the recent death of Peter Taylor, who established Scenic Cellars,…
Wine Weather: What's been going on?
After a fairly typical first half of spring there has been a noticeable change in the weather across much of…Mastering Wine: Emma Jenkins' MW Musings
OPINION: I didn't know what was in the glass when it was handed to me, but I knew it was…Growing Legacy: Celebrating 50 years at Te Mata Estate
OPINION: Whenever I present Te Mata's wines into markets, I often begin by saying that our winery's story is a…Tea Time: Replacing sulphur with green tea extract
OPINION: Over the years, the use of sulphur dioxide in winemaking has become a complex subject associated with several drawbacks,…Profiles
Growing Legacy
Fifty years after Hermann and Agnes Seifried picked their first grapes in Nelson, their eldest daughter, Heidi Seifried-Houghton, reflects on…
Méthode Actors: Vilaura's sparkling success story
Beautiful fizz makes for a classic romantic gesture.Chenin Blanc Legacy: Gordon Russell passes winemaking passion to daughter Holly
Thirty-five years after Gordon Russell caught the Chenin Blanc bug, he's well and truly passed it on to his daughter…Women in Wine: Emma Taylor
A love of research and study drew Emma Taylor into the wine industry, but it’s the people who have kept…Growing Legacy
As the second youngest of six kids, and the fourth generation on the land, Rippon's Nick Mills talks of his family's connection…Industry
Gene Technology Bill: Impact on Winegrowers and New Zealand Winegrowers' Response
Genetic modification has long been a topic of hot debate.
Biosecurity Update: Protecting the places that make our famous wines
Strengthening biosecurity in New Zealand Vineyards: A new requirement for SWNZ membersWine Weather
I am writing this story with the 2025 harvest in full swing.The Roadmap to Net 2050: and important commitment to our sustainable future
In February I enjoyed the opportunity to present a keynote address at Climate Action Week Marlborough on the reasons why…Organic Conference
Alicia Willner is one of the organisers of the Organic & Biodynamic Winegrowing Conference, on in Marlborough from 16-18 June. …Machinery & Products
Yamaha acquires NZ’s Robotics Plus, boosting agricultural automation
New Zealand-based company Robotics Plus, a specialist in agricultural automation, has announced an agreement for it to be acquired by…
Smart Machines: Oxin gains traction in the US
Marlborough-based agritech company Smart Machines has reached a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionise vineyard management.UV-C Treatment: Viticulture game changer
A system that combines UV-C light for disinfection could provide chemical free treatment of plant pathogens and diseases such as…H2Ortigator - the plant babysitter
A New Zealand startup is offering a novel approach to irrigation and nutrition management, specifically designed to optimise the growth…Streamlining nitrogen testing in winemaking
A Kiwi start-up is harnessing enzyme technology to simplify nitrogen testing for winemakers, a critical factor in producing quality wines.» Latest Print Issues Online
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From the Chair: Outlook for our sector
OPINION: Members will be aware of the significant challenges facing vineyards and wineries (highlighted in our 2024 Annual Report).
Editorial: Major Challenges Facing the Wine Industry
OPINION: New Zealand’s wine industry is facing “significant challenges”, writes New Zealand Winegrowers Board Chair Fabian Yukich this month, reflecting…
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