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GWRDC: Grape and Wine Research and Development Corporation

Innovators Network
e-Newsletter

April 2013
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In this issue

 

Articles

GWRDC receives climate change grant

GWRDC has secured a $600,000 grant to fund critical climate change research into ‘Cost-effective viticultural strategies to adapt to a warmer, drier climate’.

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NSW Regional Program battles botrytis and Brett

Four key activities covering botrytis, Brettanomyces, biodynamics and more were established by the NSW Wine Industry Association this year as part of the GWRDC Regional Program.

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Restoring riparian sites in Barossa vineyards

An ongoing program titled ‘Creating Resilient Landscapes in the Barossa’ is helping local growers to learn strategies to enhance biodiversity in their properties by restoring riparian sites and using native grasses.

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The Gemtree comparative trial – 4 years on

Trial compares organic, biodynamic, low and high input conventional management systems for their impact on soil properties, vine performance and grape and wine quality.

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The #INseries

GWRDC is pleased to announce the #INseries - an integrated program of extension workshops supported by the Innovators Network.

MAY 2013 - China Insights

Enjoy a breakfast of local produce while listening to the latest insights on Chinese consumer wine preferences. Learn how to apply these insights to your business.

Speakers: Larry Lockshin, Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science and Angie Bradbury and associates, Dig Marketing

  • McLaren Vale – 23 May
  • Barossa Valley – 24 May
  • Hunter Valley – 27 May
  • Yarra Valley – 28 May
  • Margaret River – 30 May

Times and venues will be advised soon. To register or to seek further information, please email registrations@gwrdc.com.au
 

Awards and Scholarships

2014 Nuffield Australia Scholarships

Applications for the 2014 Nuffield Australia study program are now open. Nuffield Australia awards scholarships each year to those in the agricultural and fishery industries in Australia. It provides an opportunity to travel overseas on a research topic relating to primary production.

GWRDC is the principal sponsor of the viticulture scholarship. Applications close 30 June 2013. More information here.

Australian Rural Leadership Program

Applications are now open for the Australian Rural Leadership Program supported by the GWRDC. Those who live or work in, or on behalf of, rural Australian industry and communities are invited to apply.

Applications close 20 May 2013. More information here.

South Australian Excellence Awards

High achievers in research, industry and education are encouraged to apply for the 2013 Science Excellence Awards, South Australia’s premier science event to showcase outstanding scientific endeavour.

Applications close 24 May 2013. More information here
 

Regional Outlook Conferences

The Australian Bureau of Agricultural Resources, Economics and Sciences (ABARES) has a number of Regional Outlook conferences taking place across Australia in 2013 following on from the National Outlook 2013 conference held in Canberra. More information here.
 

Research outcomes

  • Identification of anion transporters that confer chloride exclusion and salt tolerance to grapevine rootstocks   MORE

  • Visit by flavourist expert – Leslie Norris: for research collaboration and training in flavour additive technology   MORE

  • Optimising industry returns from existing soil and water research   MORE

  • Enhancing capability in grape and wine research through greater international collaboration   MORE

  • Improving Winery Refrigeration Efficiency   MORE

  • Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science research papers
 

GWRDC Media releases

  • GWRDC announces 2014–15 investment priorities   MORE

  • GWRDC Chair re-appointed for second term   MORE

  • $22,000 wine science award to explore ‘cold soak'   MORE
 

Events

Upcoming grape and wine events

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