UPDATE WITH AHA VITICULTURE 01.12.22

Campbell-Clause from AHA Viticulture updates Mike Sleegers on the Margaret River region’s viticultural season so far, and what to look for as summer begins. WATCH HERE Jim gives us an informative run-down covering: Cool season leading in delayed budburst, but now tracking well Earlier varieties showing some unevenness in budburst and phenological differences. Yields Disease…

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VITICULTURE UPDATE 13/11/22

It’s all happening in the Margaret River region as flowering begins, cooler weather persists and growers adjust their spray programs. VITICULTURE UPDATE 13 NOVEMBER 2022 – READ This viticulture update covers: 1. Sulphur is still in good supply, with plenty of Microthiol in store. 2. Late season botryticides may not be guaranteed without orders (chaos…

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Join us at the Ag Show 4&5 November

In support of all things agriculture, Cowaramup Agencies is a major sponsor of this year’s Margaret River Agricultural Show, to be held 4 & 5 November. So after you’ve grabbed your fairy floss, come visit the Cowaramup Agencies’ trade stand focusing on water pumps, filtration, purification, fire fighters, poly and steel water tanks with these…

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Irrigation session 26 October

Cowaramup Agencies is pleased to partner with irrigation specialists Netafim, MAIT Industries and SWAN Systems to bring growers the latest in irrigation innovations. This session is for the Margaret River region’s viticulturalists and operations requiring effective irrigation systems. It will cover the latest in irrigation technology from key suppliers to Cowaramup Agencies’ Pumps & Irrigation…

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SPRING VITICULTURE NEWS

Take a look at our latest Viticulture newsletter HERE for: NEW powdery mildew fungicide INTERVENE Organic fungicide offerings from OCP Spray equipment from Silvan Organic P – guano available in bulka-bags Paper-coated tie wire – we have these when others don’t Mike talking organics 8 September https://mailchi.mp/cowag…/cowaramup-agencies-news-9374285

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GROWERS SESSION & NEW FUNGICIDE UPDATE

Join Cowaramup Agencies for a viticulture-based session for Margaret River growers to explore what’s new in fungicides. There’s also a bonus session on plant propagation and new plant material from local expert Steve Partridge, ARM Nursery. Presented by Bayer Crop Science, Nufarm and Organic Crop Protectants. Light refreshments served afterwards. Don’t miss it. RSVP essential…

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FMD INFO SESSION

A Foot & Mouth Disease information session late in July attracted a huge turnout. Thanks to Stefan and Bettina from Naturaliste Vet Clinic and speakers including local vet Courtney Bombara. The update included: What to look for What people can do on farm (and off) Government preparedness There was a strong focus on farm biosecurity…

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STEEL POSTS FOR VINEYARD TRELLISING ON YOUR MIND?

This winter newsletter looks at the success of Gripfast posts on Keith Mugford’s Moss Wood vineyard. Take a listen to Keith talking about the Waratah Gripfast steel post and trellising system he has used for 30 years. READ NEWSLETTER HERE Gripfasts are: Easy to use and install Delivery is compact, easy and convenient Last the…

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