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Wine Weather: What's been going on?
An unsettled end to 2023 has given way to a milder and drier January for most regions.Upcoming Events
Rosé DayAltogether Unique
Telling the New Zealand Wine brand story, and what makes it truly unique and distinctive on the world stage, has…Haere Ra 2023: Waitaki
From Te Kano Estate in the Waitaki Valley, winemaker Dave Sutton offers insights into the year that was.Haere Ra 2023: Central Otago
Matt Connell's winemaking palette includes colours from across Central Otago, from Gibbston and Alexandra, to Bendigo and Bannockburn.Opinion
Drops of God
OPINION: Drops of God is a mini-series about a large wine inheritance and the civilised battle between a Japanese wine enthusiast,…The world's hardest working Master of Wine?
OPINION: At 47 years of age Nicholas Paris has achieved far more than most of us hope to in a lifetime.Point of View: The future of technology and innovation in wine
OPINION: The role primary industries play in New Zealand’s economy has changed dramatically in the past 10 years.Bob's Blog: Going topless
OPINION: A year or so ago I congratulated Waiheke wine producer Destiny Bay for removing capsules from their bottles.Bob's blog: Genuine forgeries
OPINION: The world’s most notorious wine forger has served his 10-year prison sentence and is back in business, creating wine…Industry
On Your Behalf: Keepng healthy and safe during vintage 2024
The new year signals with the hum of activity ramping up on the vineyard and in the winery, as vintage…Biosecurity Update: Traceability - the key to getting ahead of biosecurity incursions
When a biosecurity incursion is identified, many things need to be done very quickly in order to stop the spread…Sustainability Update: Freshwater Farm Plans Update
Helping members navigate the upcoming RegulationsSeasonal Update: The outlook for Vintage 2024
Surprisingly awesome, says James Dicey when asked about the Central Otago outlook for Vintage 2024.BRIght Ideas: Loveblock Innovations
The Bragato Research Institute Research Winery has helped Marlborough's Loveblock winery refine the use of oenological tannins, specifically tannin extracted…Machinery & Products
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.Apping into old ways of farming
New technology can enable older ways of winegrowing, says Abby Rose, who developed the Sectormentor app for her family’s farm…Balancing innovation, cost and integration
In the rapidly advancing world of viticulture, technology is becoming an indispensable ally.Spraying smarter to grow better
In a competitive and dynamic landscape such as viticulture, the ability to effectively trial, evaluate and embed innovations can provide…» Latest Print Issues Online
Editorial
Welcome to 2024!
OPINION: The New Year is now well underway and appears to have started promisingly on the weather front, with lots…
Agritech's relentless growth
OPINION: Witnessing the relentless growth of agritech in New Zealand vineyards and wineries is somewhat "bittersweet" for Tahryn Mason, who…
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Hemp Study: Vineyard cover crop works well
A study of hemp growing between the rows in New Zealand vineyards shows “exciting” results that the hemp beneficially affects…
Wine Clips: Kiwi innovation bearing fruit
A Kiwi-designed biodegradable vine clip is hitting the export market, fuelled by demand for more sustainable vineyard practices.
Ten years of Méthode Marlborough
New Zealand wine enthusiasts have a deepening understanding and growing appreciation of sparkling wine, says Mel Skinner, Chair of Méthode Marlborough…