Building on the success of its inaugural event, WinePro New Zealand returns this winter with “a refreshed and more immersive experience”, say organisers.

Newly released data from Environment Canterbury (ECan) Farm Environment Plan (FEP) audits are showing a dramatic lift in environmental performance across the region.

As New Zealand marks the United Nations’ International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026 (IYWF 2026), industry leaders are challenging the misconception that women only support farming.

A solid recovery of global dairy prices this year makes a $9.50/kgMS milk price almost a shoo-in for this season.

A powdery mildew spore trapping trial could significantly reduce early season spraying in New Zealand vineyards, cutting costs and environmental impact.

A New Zealand startup is using satellite data to measure and map soil organic carbon in vineyards and farms over time. Nature Point has been working with global technology provider Downforce Technologies, which combines soil and environmental data with up to date satellite imagery to measure soil organic carbon (SOC) to a depth of 30cms.

Clos Henri Vineyard is using the newest technologies to nurture the oldest traditions.

A year out from Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2027, Sophie Preece talks to some of the winemakers helping drive the event. It’s time, they say, to take another deep dive into the variety that made New Zealand wine famous.

"Discombobulated vines lead to great wines", says viticulturist James Dicey, who has lamented the past five years of comparatively easy "cookie cutter" growing in Central Otago.

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