Organic & biodynamic winegrowing conference NZ

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Dr Mary Retallack talks about functional biodiversity and native insectaries at New Zealand’s Organic & Biodynamic Winegrowing Conference

adminArthropods, Birds, Grasses and forbs, Hydroseeding, Insectary, IPM and biocontrol, Mammals including microbats, Midrow, Multispecies, Native plants, Perennials, Plant health, Predators, Shrubs, Soil health Indicators, Undervine, Woody groundcovers, Videos, Videos

Dr Mary Retallack was invited to speak at the Organic & biodynamic winegrowing conference in New Zealand in June 2025.

Case study
Karanto Vineyards

adminInsectary, Native plants, Perennials, Shrubs, Case studies, Langhorne Creek, Langhorne Creek, 2023–2025

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 …

Adelaide Hills session - Chris Malcom

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Adelaide Hills session, Chris Malcom, The potential for using soldier fly larvae frass in vineyards

adminArthropods, Biostimulants, Compost, Microbes, Videos, Videos

In this video, Chris Malcolm from Mobius Farms presents the potential benefits of using soldier fly larvae frass in vineyards.WATCH HERE

Dr Mary Retallack

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Adelaide Hills session, Dr Mary Retallack, Grapevine health and nutrient integrity

adminArthropods, IPM and biocontrol, Plant health, Predators, Videos, Videos

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

adminBirds, IPM and biocontrol, Predators, Videos, Videos

In this video, bird expert Ian Falkenberg highlights the ecological roles of birds in vineyards and the importance of understanding their impact.WATCH HERE

Adelaide Hills session - Michael Nash

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Adelaide Hills session, Dr Michael Nash, Snail control in vineyards

adminIPM and biocontrol, Pests, Videos, Videos

In this video, Dr Michael Nash, The University of Adelaide, explores integrated strategies for snail control in vineyards.WATCH HERE

Adelaide Hills session - Janet Klein

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Adelaide Hills session, Janet Klein presents regional updates

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

In this video, Janet Klein, EcoVineyards Regional On-ground Coordinator, shares updates from Adelaide Hills EcoGrowers, highlighting the progress made at their demonstration sites over the three years of the program.WATCH HERE