18 June 2025
The 2025/26 Agrochemicals registered for use in Australian viticulture, commonly known as the ‘Dog book’, is now available online via the … more
Archive for the ‘Agrochemical Updates’ Category
Agrochemical update – January 2025
20 January 202520 January 2025
This eBulletin provides an agrochemical update relevant to Australian grape and wine producers. It concerns agrochemical products that have been cancelled by … more
Agrochemical update – Reminder of off-label grapevine permits currently active for viticulture
12 December 202412 December 2024 – updated 13 December 2024
All agricultural and veterinary products sold in Australia must be registered for use by the Australian Pesticides … more
Agrochemical update – Downy mildew considerations
28 November 202428 November 2024
A number of regions have reported wet weather over the past few days, resulting in increased risk of downy mildew infection. This … more
Agrochemical update – temporary change to Ontario’s maximum residue limit for phosphorous acid
27 November 202427 November 2024
AWRI and Australian Grape & Wine have successfully negotiated a temporary change to the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) maximum residue … more
Agrochemical update: diazinon use in vineyards to be phased out
21 October 202421 October 2024
In a Special Gazette dated 10 September 2024, The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) handed down its final regulatory decision … more
Agrochemical update: APVMA announces final decision on chlorpyrifos – use on grapevines to end
9 October 20249 October 2024
In a Special Gazette dated 3 October 2024, The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) handed down its final regulatory decision … more
Off-target herbicide spray drift: reporting and testing
12 September 202411 September 2024
Phenoxy herbicide spray drift onto vineyards is a relatively common occurrence, resulting in grapevine damage and potential residue issues.
This agrochemical update … more
Paraquat and diquat herbicides under review by the APVMA
6 September 20246 September 2024
Paraquat and diquat agrochemicals have been used in Australia since the mid 1960’s as non-selective contact herbicides and plant tissue desiccants. Current … more
Spray season reminder
2 September 2024
With budburst upon us in a number of wine regions, it is a good time to reflect on some of the key … more