Dr Mary Retallack of Retallack Viticulture was honoured to deliver the keynote address at the WAVE 2025 – Sustainability in Action conference held in April, where she was invited to speak as the WSU Ravenholt Lecturer in Washington State, USA. In her keynote presentation, Dr Retallack shared insights from the EcoVineyards Program, highlighting practical approaches to improving soil health and …
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Dr Mary Retallack talks about functional biodiversity and native insectaries at New Zealand’s Organic & Biodynamic Winegrowing Conference
Dr Mary Retallack was invited to speak at the Organic & biodynamic winegrowing conference in New Zealand in June 2025.
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2025 finalist for the General Jeffery Soil Health Award
We’re proud to share that Dr Mary Retallack has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2025 General Jeffery Soil Health Award.
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Karanto Vineyards
Date: June 2025 EcoGrowers: Kate and Sarah Elliott Region: Langhorne Creek, SA”We have enjoyed being part of the EcoVineyards program. It has provided great opportunities to learn about native flora and fauna, and the benefits they present. The workshops were always fantastic and Mary and her team are extremely knowledgeable and their passion for the project is infectious. Thanks!” Kate ElliottREAD …
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Adelaide Hills session, Chris Malcom, The potential for using soldier fly larvae frass in vineyards
In this video, Chris Malcolm from Mobius Farms presents the potential benefits of using soldier fly larvae frass in vineyards.WATCH HERE
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Adelaide Hills session, Dr Mary Retallack, Grapevine health and nutrient integrity
In this video, Dr Mary Retallack of Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd discusses the connection between grapevine health and nutrient integrity.WATCH HERE
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Adelaide Hills session, Ian Falkenberg, Birds in vineyards
In this video, bird expert Ian Falkenberg highlights the ecological roles of birds in vineyards and the importance of understanding their impact.WATCH HERE
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Adelaide Hills session, Dr Michael Nash, Snail control in vineyards
In this video, Dr Michael Nash, The University of Adelaide, explores integrated strategies for snail control in vineyards.WATCH HERE









