It’s been a growing season like no other in Margaret River, defined by consistently higher than normal temperatures which has led to early budburst and phenological development in wine grapes.
Jim Campbell-Clause from AHA Viticulture ventures that this is a season to learn from, having provided many opportunities to identify and manage the hot conditions.
In this clip, filmed 14.02.24, Mike Sleegers from Cowaramup Agencies talks with Jim about the various pressures of the season, including:
• Weather
• Sunburn on fruit
• Irrigation
• Canopy Management 2
• Birds
And importantly vineyard management after harvest, which is rapidly approaching for many growers. (See Cowaramup Agencies notes on post harvest nutrition below).
They even have a crack at predicting the Break In The Season at the end of the clip. Place your bets now . . . .
Cowaramup Agencies Rural / Viticulture / Irrigation Supplies T 9755 5279 E cowag@cowag.com.au
With thanks to AHA Viticulture Vineyard Management and Consulting T 9756 8011 E office@ahaviticulture.com.au
Ask Mike about post harvest nutrition with Vicentia
- Budmate
- Kelpack
- Keystone Plus
- Activist Cal Mag
- Artemis Opti
- Tora
Ask Cowaramup Agencies about irrigation projects – design, installation, maintenance and more. Pumps & Irrigation T 9755 5279.
