Riverland Viticulture Technical Group - workshop 16th December 2011.

Riverland Wine: 'Thirsty work in a dry landscape' audio CD

The RWIDC and the Grape and Wine Research and Development Corporation have produced a 10-track audio CD from industry participants and experts from both within and outside of the Riverland focusing on the drought and the future of the region. Issues addressed include; market change, climate change, water use efficiency, and farm management. Copies are available by request from the RWIDC.

Survey: The RWIDC is looking for the views from people who have listened to the CD so we can tailor future projects to meet the needs of interested parties.

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Where's the Water?

The RWIDC was pleased to co-present with a host of other industry bodies the 'Where's the Water?' seminar held on the 2nd of May 2007 at the Chaffey Theatre in Renmark.

Two of the presentations are provided for download (pdf format, appx. 2MB each);

David Zadow's presentation: "Saving a drop by converting to drip"

Bruce Hampel's presentation: "Taking care of business"

For additional information on the drought;

South Australian Wine Industry Association - Drought

PIRSA - Drought

Riverland Viticulture Technical Group (VTG)

The Riverland Wine Industry Development Council initiated the formation of a Riverland Viticulture Technical Group in late 2002. The group is comprised of Riverland Grower Liaison Officers, Viticulturists, Winegrape producers and Research Scientists.

Its aims are;

To provide a forum to exchange information and discuss viticulture research projects of particular benefit to the Riverland wine industry (eg. sustainable irrigation practices),
To provide a high standard of extension services to Riverland Winegrape Growers (individual and corporate) through Grower Liaison Officers, Viticulturists and Consultants (eg. facilitate communication of research findings to growers), and
To provide advice and consider ways to improve quality standards at the weighbridge (eg. post harvest quality control).

The role of the Viticulture Technical Group;

To liaise with Riverlink and all organisations involved with viticulture research,
To invite scientists from outside the Region to visit and share their experience,
To identify research projects of particular value to the Riverland,
To make application (through RWIDC) for GWRDC/RITA funding for Riverland research,
To make recommendations to RWIDC regarding matters relating to the development of the wine industry in the Riverland and extension services to Growers,
To represent the Riverland on the Riverlink Wine Industry Network, and
To represent the Riverland on a South Australian Priorities Reference Group for GWRDC.

The membership of this group includes; Grower Liaison Officers, Viticulturists, Winegrape producers and Research Scientists based in the Riverland (or outside the Region with a specific interest in the development, culture, and management of Riverland vineyards).