Displaying items by tag: sustainability

A new earthworm soil test is offering insights into the biological health of New Zealand vineyards.

A state-of-the-art wastewater treatment system, inhouse upcycling of perlite and lees waste, and the spreading of grape marc and biosolids to vineyards, are just handful of the innovations rolled out at Rose Family Estate in recent years.

Having solar farms in the midst of Marlborough’s wine industry could be an in-situ solution to decarbonisation.

An ancient kōwhai atop a craggy hill face has inspired a decade-long planting programme at Northburn Vineyard in Central Otago.

Astrolabe walks the talk when it comes to authentic and sustainable wines, including Tōitu Carbon Zero certification, organic regenerative practices on its grower blocks, BioGro certification at the family's home vineyard, and a river restoration project with neighbouring winegrowers.

New Zealand's only glass manufacturer hit a target of 70% recycled glass in May last year.

New Zealand grape growers and winemakers continue to make progress in emission measurement, says Emily Dekker, Toitū Technical Team Lead for the primary sector. “Including for value chain analysis, for the opportunities of lower finance risks, better market access, and security.”

Through collaborative efforts with exhibitors, visitors, and industry partners, Fieldays says it is reaffirming its commitment to environmental responsibility with new initiatives for 2025.

OPINION: Over the past 25 years growing wine, Jonathan Hamlet has seen "a massive evolution" in the care taken in vineyards.

In February I enjoyed the opportunity to present a keynote address at Climate Action Week Marlborough on the reasons why climate change is the most significant long-term challenge facing our industry and what the short-term opportunities are for members to take action to reduce their carbon emissions.