Presenter of wine industry technical seminars, producer of the Australian Journal of Grape and Wine Research
Joined July 2009
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Mar 22
At last, registration has opened for the 2026 ASVO Viticulture seminar - "Viticulture for Challenging Times". May 26 to 27 marks the return of Australian viticulturists' favourite face-to-face event. Book now buff.ly/WMTX1A4
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Do you know a vigneron or winemaker who's driving innovation, championing best practice, and making a real difference to the Australian wine industry? Nominate someone before 30 June for the ASVO Winemaker of the Year award, sponsored by Tango Six, at buff.ly/V61toKj
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Jun 10
The Dr Patrick Iland Scholarship is still open - with applications extended to Monday 15 June, but that date is fast approaching. If youβve been thinking about applying, consider this your last chance. Learn more & apply: buff.ly/7PqHXDe
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Jun 9
ASVO Awards for Excellence are open for nominations for all of June. What does it take to win the Winemaker, Viticulturist, Wine Science & Technology or Emerging Talent award? Judges consider many factors, but first your nomination needs to be lodged buff.ly/V61toKj
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Jun 4
That's a wrap on the 2026 ASVO Viticulture Seminar in Mildura! Thank you to all who attended; and to those who shared their knowledge as presenters and panelists; and @wine_australia @EldersLimited @Affinity Labs #BraudAustralia @Loenology @PellencGroup #ecotrellis
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May 27
#viticultureseminar #mildura A great turn out for Day 2 in Mildura. So valuable to come together in person. Thank you to @Wine_Australia for supporting this seminar with levies from Australian grape-growers and winemakers and matching funds from the Australian Government.
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May 27
#viticultureseminar #mildura Incoming and outgoing Executive Directors Emily White and Chris Waters are in Mildura for the 2026 ASVO Viticulture Seminar. Day 1 was excellent. Bring on day 2!
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May 26
Brettanomyces is something that many wineries need to continually monitor as a potential spoilage risk for wine. This research improves understanding of how it evolves to increase its tolerance for sulphites and thus persists in wineries. Read buff.ly/5wE0yJE
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May 24
ASVO is extending the deadline for applications for the Dr Patrick Iland Scholarship until 15 June. Up to $5000 is available for individuals or small-to-medium businesses undertaking professional development projects.
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May 21
Registrations for ASVO's Viticulture Seminar close today. See you next week in Mildura. buff.ly/9bJQe0C
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May 17
If you've thinking about attending, it is time to decide. Expect practical insights, honest discussion, and strategic thinking for wine grape growers under pressure. Registrations close Friday 22 May at buff.ly/9bJQe0C
#ASVO #Viticulture #WineIndustry #Mildura
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May 17
This study considered the use of glass balls coated in titanium dioxide as an alternative method to the use of bentonite for protein stabilisation in winemaking. The results were promising. Read online at buff.ly/yAjgDvL
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May 14
Pia Merrick, Head Winemaker at Australian Vintage's Buronga Hill Winery, is speaking on the topic of unlocking ESG Value at the ASVO Viticulture Seminar in Mildura this month. To see what Murray Valley Winegrowers have been doing on sustainability: buff.ly/cCeN4jQ
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May 13
2026 ASVO Awards for Excellence. It all starts with the simple nomination of a worthy peer by an ASVO member. You all know many deserving recipients but if they are not nominated, they can never win. Start the process now. Entries close 30 June. Visit buff.ly/yxjFjbu
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May 12
26-27 May - Viticulture for Challenging Times β Mildura π| Guided Wine Tasting - Disease-Resistant Varieties β From Vineyard to Glass | Feature Session
Session chair: Nick Dry
π Mildura
ποΈ Register now: buff.ly/9bJQe0C
#ASVO #Viticulture #WineIndustry #Mildura
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28 Dec 2025
Is it feasible to ripen two crops in a single season? A 2-year study on Cabernet Sauvignon in South Australia evaluated vine responses to a βdouble croppingβ technique aimed at producing two consecutive crops within the same season. Read it here buff.ly/3QFMM2U
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May 12
Note: a correction to this article was published on 11 April 2026: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/β¦
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May 11
26-27 May - Viticulture for Challenging Times β Mildura π| Session 4 | Shaping the Future β Building Resilient Vineyard Businesses |
Session chair: Hayley Purbrick, Wine Victoria
π Mildura
ποΈ Register now: buff.ly/9bJQe0C
#ASVO #Viticulture #WineIndustry #Mildura
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May 10
26-27 May - Viticulture for Challenging Times β Mildura π| Session 3 | Investing in Technology - Without breaking the bank |
Session chair: Colin Hinze (ASVO Director and Sidewood Estate)
π Mildura
ποΈ Register now: buff.ly/9bJQe0C
#Viticulture #WineIndustry #Mildura
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May 7
26-27 May - Viticulture for Challenging Times β Mildura π| Session 2 | Smart Pest & Disease Management β Getting More from Every Spray and Input |
Session chair: Samantha Scarratt - ASVO President, @VinehealthAusπ Mildura
ποΈ Register now: buff.ly/9bJQe0C #Viticulture
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May 7
26-27 May - Viticulture for Challenging Times β Mildura π| Session 1 | Endurance and Adaptation β Strategic Pathways for Growers Under Pressure |
Session chair: Emily White. Panel discussion chaired by Liz Riley.
π Mildura
ποΈ Register now: buff.ly/9bJQe0C
#Viticulture
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May 5
Nominations are now open for all four major award categories for the 2026 ASVO Awards for Excellence: Winemaker of the Year, Viticulturist of the Year, Wine Science & Technology Award, and Emerging Talent Award. Entries close 30 June. buff.ly/yxjFjbu
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