Case study
Lake Breeze Wines, Follett Vineyard

NikkiInsectary, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Case studies, Langhorne Creek, Langhorne Creek, 2021–2023

Date: October 2023 EcoGrowers: Tim Follett Region: Langhorne Creek, SAAbout this project “Our Follett Vineyards EcoVineyards experience has been one of learning and growth of knowledge towards the benefits of sustainability in and around our vineyard. Overall, it’s been a fun exercise that we are keen to continue, as we are seeing the benefits of more birds and insects already …

Rae Clark, Oborn Vineyard, SA EcoGrower

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Oborn Vineyard

NikkiArthropods, Insectary, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Case studies, Coonawarra, Coonawarra, 2021–2023

Date: October 2023 EcoGrowers: Rae Clark Region: Coonawarra, SAAbout this project “The EcoVineyards experience has been awesome, to have the opportunity to network with likeminded people. Our vineyards have all greatly benefited from the planting of over 20 different species of trees, shrubs, and grasses. We have gained so much from the EcoVineyards experience and are grateful for being given …

Dave Boyd, Patrick of Coonawarra, SA EcoGrower

Case study
Patrick of Coonawarra

NikkiInsectary, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Case studies, Coonawarra, Coonawarra, 2021–2023

Date: October 2023 EcoGrowers: Dave Boyd Region: Coonawarra, SAAbout this project “Great learning and interacting experience which also helped re focus some past understandings. The program helped to refocus the mindset to include native solutions.”READ THE FULL CASE STUDY

Case study
Sally and Andrew Macleod, Sharefarmers Vineyard

NikkiInsectary, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Case studies, Coonawarra, Coonawarra, 2021–2023

Date: October 2023 EcoGrowers: Sally and Andrew Macleod Region: Coonawarra, SAAbout this project “This project has encouraged us to identify areas within our vineyard where we are able to plant native species for the benefit of not only the vineyard, but also to our farm as a whole. It has been rewarding to learn about the native species endemic to …

Skillogalee WInes

Case study
Skillogalee Wines

NikkiClimbing and screening plants, Grasses and forbs, Insectary, Midrow, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Undervine, Case studies, Clare Valley, Clare Valley, 2021–2023

Date: October 2023 EcoGrowers: Kerri Thompson, Brendon Pudney and Simon Clausen  Region: Clare Valley, SAAbout this project “We feel that we had great support for this project from the EcoVineyards team, other local participants, and our own staff. It has been a really positive engagement, feels good for the soul and has given us a great opportunity to learn from …

David Watkins and Mark Evans, Watkins Family Wines/Rankins Estate Vineyard

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Watkins Family Wines, Rankins Estate Vineyard

NikkiInsectary, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Undervine, Case studies, Langhorne Creek, Langhorne Creek, 2021–2023

Date: October 2023 EcoGrowers: David Watkins and Mark Evans Region: Langhorne Creek, SAAbout this project “Being involved in the EcoVineyards program has been great for the environment, our organic growing program and our business. The program is not only good for the environment but also is improving the look of the property and has brought our staff and community together …

Heather Webster, Barry Featherston, Nick Woods, WindSong Wines, Langhorne Creek, SA EcoGrower

Case study
WindSong Wines

adminClimbing and screening plants, Insectary, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Woody groundcovers, Case studies, Langhorne Creek, Langhorne Creek, 2021–2023

Date: October 2023EcoGrowers: Peter and Julianne TreloarRegion: Clare Valley, SAAbout this project “The EcoVineyards program provided a focus and relevant supporting information for us to transition to more sustainable soil management practices in our vineyard. It also provided a wealth of practical information in an easy to access form to share with our customers – many of whom are supportive …

Brent Hutton, Regional On-Ground Coordinator for Hunter Valley

Meet the ROCs
Brent Hutton

Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd

adminROCs, Hunter Valley, Orange, ROCs

Brent Hutton is a dynamic viticulturist based in Pokolbin, NSW. He is renowned for his comprehensive expertise in vineyard management and has a Bachelor of Viticulture from Charles Sturt University. Brent’s commitment to sustainable viticulture is exemplified by successful initiatives in under vine cover crops and innovative biodiversity management. Having been recognized as a Top 50 Finalist in the Young …

Mary Retallack EcoVineyards video presentation

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Dr Mary Retallack, EcoVineyards Adelaide Hills ground cover event, Spring 2023

adminGrasses and forbs, Insectary, Midrow, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Undervine, Woody groundcovers, Videos, Videos

An introduction to ground covers and EcoGrower demonstration sites throughout Australia Join National EcoVineyards Program Manager Dr Mary Retallack who introduces the topic of ground covers (including cover crops) in vineyards and showcases a range of EcoGrower demonstration sites throughout Australia. This video was captured at the Adelaide Hills Wine Region ground covers event in November 2023.WATCH HERE

Rebecca Archer EcoVineyards Regional On-Ground Coordinator

Meet the ROCs
Rebecca Archer

Lower Blackwood LCDC

adminROCs, Margaret River, ROCs

Rebecca commenced with the Lower Blackwood Landcare team in February 2023, and has been working combined roles in project and finance management. Rebecca graduated with a First Class Honours degree in Environmental Science from Murdoch University, and kicked off her environmental career as a botanist conducting floristic surveys around the Perth metro area. Rebecca went on to gain over 15 …