Are there alternatives to wine grapes?
If we consider some opportunities for wine growers to diversify part of their enterprise away from grapes, then there is a variety of crops that may be suitable. |
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Does cutting costs on vineyard nutrition really make savings?
As in recent years, many vineyard managers are approaching the 2009-10 season with considerable financial pressure and the daunting prospects of water restrictions, depressed grape prices, uncertain contracts and higher fertiliser costs. As a result, many are considering a reduction in vineyard operating costs such as reduced fertiliser inputs and less use of soil and plant analyses. |
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Frost management in vineyards
Spring frosts have the potential to reduce yield and threaten vineyard productivity. Frosts not only pose a risk to the current season’s crop, but due to the perennial nature of grapevines, can also influence the productivity of vines for
several seasons in the future. |
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Fundamentals of covercropping for drought conditions
Soils that can provide moisture and nutrients to the vineyard will be the best remedy to the current drought conditions that many Australian viticulture regions are experiencing.
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Pest & disease management in vineyards under drought conditions
It makes sense that people are thinking about cutting costs, because this season carries a very high degree of uncertainty for many growers. The spray program is one vineyard activity where you might be thinking of making savings.
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Reviewing your table grape costs makes cents
This article compares the incomes and costs for two vineyards, to highlight what it is that makes one business secure while the other will struggle.
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Spray management under drought conditions
Consider what really determines the cost of a spray program. Compare the real costs of your spray options. The sprays you apply often might be the cheapest to purchase, but remember that the final cost is also determined by labour, fuel and machinery costs, amounts applied and the number of times you must spray. |
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Ten steps to help you decide whether organics is for you
In the early stages of considering organic certification, many growers feel uncertain about what is involved in the process. There are three big and obvious questions; ‘can I grow it?’, ‘can I sell it? and ‘will I make a profit?’.
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