The Australian Wine Research Institute

Australia’s wine industry continues to evolve in response to changing markets, climate variability, labour availability and increasing sustainability expectations. This study tour explores how leading vineyard businesses are adapting to these challenges while continuing to produce high-quality wine grapes.

Join the AWRI for a four-day study tour through Western Australia’s premium wine regions, visiting innovative vineyard businesses and hearing directly from the growers, vineyard managers and technical specialists behind them. Through vineyard visits, technical presentations and interactive discussions, participants will explore a range of production systems, management philosophies and business models, gaining practical insights that can be applied in their own vineyards.

Designed for practising viticulturists, vineyard managers, consultants and technical professionals, the course provides a unique opportunity to engage directly with industry leaders, researchers and fellow participants. The small-group format encourages discussion, knowledge exchange and professional networking while showcasing some of Australia’s leading premium winegrowing businesses.

Topics covered include:

• Vineyard redevelopment, long-term planning, biosecurity, planting material and variety selection
• Managing relationships with multiple grape buyers and meeting diverse quality specifications
• Water management in a dry climate
• Technology adoption to improve vineyard efficiency and decision-making
• Sustainable vineyard systems and biodiversity
• Canopy management for premium wine grape production
• Vineyard business models and strategies for premium production
• Insights from innovative agricultural businesses beyond the wine industry

For more information about the AWRI’s other premium education courses, visit the pages below.

• • Advanced Wine Assessment Course