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Business as a benchmark: ProWein 2025 makes a strong statement for the future of the wine and spirits industries
Image courtesy of Messe Düsseldorf / ctillmann ProWein 2025, held in Düsseldorf, Germany from16 to 18 March, sent out a clear signal for innovation, vision and future-proofness in challenging times for the worldwide wine and spirits sector characterised by internationally declining sales and looming trade barriers. The fair has succeeded in highlighting future prospects, providing […]
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The Australian Wine Industry Awards returns celebrating 35th anniversary of the Maurice O’Shea Awards
The new Maurice O’Shea Award trophy inspired by Mount Pleasant Wines’ new brand design. Image courtesy of Australian Wine Industry Awards The Australian Wine Industry Awards returns for 2025, continuing in partnership with McWilliam’s Wines and Mount Pleasant Wines to present both the Maurice O’Shea Award and McWilliam’s Wines Excellence in Action Award. This year […]
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Research to boost growers’ connection with ‘green finance’
A Charles Sturt University researcher argues that sustainability research is particularly relevant to supporting Australian farmers’ resilience to both climate change and market risk. Lecturer in Economics and Finance in the Charles Sturt School of Business Dr Nicola Thomas teaches Business Economics and Macroeconomics in the Bachelor of Business. Dr Thomas recently spoke at the Australian Bureau of […]
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Australia’s united food and wine team heads to Japan
The Australian Food and Wine Collaboration Group is headed to Tokyo in April as part of an ongoing effort to improve bilateral trade relations and increase export opportunities for Australia’s premium wine and food producers. It’s the sixth target market for the Collaboration Group, which has previously focussed its attention on emerging markets across Asia […]
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Stephen Henschke awarded the 2025 Institute of Masters of Wine Winemakers’ Winemaker Award
Photo courtesy of the Institute of Masters of Wine Stephen Henschke has been named the recipient of the 2025 Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) Winemakers’ Winemaker Award. The award was presented in association with the Drinks Business at a reception during ProWein in Düsseldorf by Patrick Schmitt MW, Drinks Business editor-in-chief, and Rod Smith MW, […]
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Australian Grape & Wine welcomes unfair trading protections for small businesses
Australian Grape & Wine (AGW) has welcomed a commitment by the Federal Government to extend unfair trading practice protections to small businesses, ensuring a more level playing field for businesses across the wine sector. In a statement, AGW that said Friday’s announcement builds on the government’s ongoing efforts to address power imbalances between small and […]
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Possible solution to the post problem: SA explores CCA trellis collection points
A feasibility study is underway in South Australia to determine if collection points in the state’s wine regions could be a simple, sustainable and cost-effective way to help vineyard owners manage the disposal of CCA-treated trellis posts.
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Queensland wineries band together to harvest ahead of Cyclone Alfred
Situated in Queensland’s Granite Belt, Ballandean Estate’s production facility is now at full capacity after successfully harvesting 95% of Vintage ’25, dodging the looming threat of Cyclone Alfred last week.
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Industry mentoring initiative opens avenue for mid-career professionals
An industry initiative aimed at boosting the personal and professional development of future generations of Australian wine industry employees has opened its doors for applications, with the Wine Industry Mentor Program returning for 2025.
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New Zealand Wine plans “significant presence” at ProWein
New Zealand wine is returning with a “significant presence” at this year’s ProWein, said New Zealand Winegrowers. Over 60 wineries from New Zealand will be represented.
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Statistics reveal consumer shift towards “mindful” habits in New Zealand
The recent Stats NZ beer, wine and spirits consumption has declined to the lowest level since data was first collected, supporting a seismic cultural shift towards “mindful drinking”.
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Coonawarra celebrates new vintage by reflecting on its first: just 1,800 gallons of wine in 1895
The 2025 Coonawarra Vintage was declared open yesterday morning, with a crowd of over 80 people gathering at the iconic Coonawarra Siding to herald in the new season.
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Tasmania establishes research hub to prepare for predicted production boom
A new, collaborative program is being launched in Tasmania, to “safeguard and strengthen” its reputation for quality wine, by positioning the state as a leader in cool-climate wine research.
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Margaret River winery signs on to light weight glass commitment
Evans & Tate has officially become a full signatory to the Margaret River Wine Association (MRWA) Lightweight Glass Charter.
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It might not be mildew: survey seeks grower input on bacterial vine diseases
A new survey has been launched to assess the extent and impact of bacterial inflorescence rot (BIR) in Australian vineyards. This research, conducted by Dr Andrea Roberts-Davison at Melbourne Polytechnic, aims to provide growers with much-needed practical advice by gathering data on the prevalence, financial losses, and viticultural practices that may influence the disease’s spread.
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Industry summit to focus on wine growth strategies for international markets
The Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) Wine Growth Summit will once again be held in Adelaide in 2025, this year with a focus on international growth.
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