Sonal C. Holland became India's first Master of Wine in 2016 and is a leading figure in the country's rapidly developing wine industry. As New Zealand producers consider the opportunities (and hurdles) of the New Zealand-India Free Trade Agreement, Sonal is uniquely placed to share insights.
As we begin the 2026/27 financial year, the New Zealand Winegrowers Brand team remains focused on investing where we can deliver the greatest value for members.
Generative artificial intelligence is helping New Zealand dairy farmers make better decisions, cut repetitive tasks, and improve communication, according to a new report.
Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2027 will offer something for everyone, says committee member Murray Cook.
The New Zealand wine industry continues to feel and see the effects of the changing economic landscape, oversupply, and ongoing market uncertainty.
With the exception of a heat event during early January that brought some record breaking temperatures to the east coast of the North Island, it has been a very average summer and early autumn for most of the country.
We are encouraged that employers are already engaging with two new visas for seasonal workforce recruitment.
A Lincoln University research fellow is working to safeguard grapevine species from extinction, using careful science and liquid nitrogen.
Reducing emissions is a constant battle at Yealands Wines in the Awatere Valley, with nearly 20 years chipping away at carbon.
The 11th International Cool Climate Wine Symposium nimbly walked a line between academic conference and technical workshop, showcasing the “frontiers” of cool climate winegrowing.
Despite very challenging and uncertain times for the New Zealand wine industry - both at home and in our export markets - 2026 has kicked off with some real positives, reinforcing the strength of the global reputation for New Zealand wine. Enjoy the read.
Ormond Nurseries Young Viticulturist of the Year
Biosecurity incursion – yellow legged hornets In Auckland
Keeping healthy and safe during vintage 2026
Heatwaves, flooding, thunderstorms. La Niña has strongly influenced our summer weather again as 2025 closes and we charge headlong into 2026.
ProWine Shanghai
Advertising wine in New Zealand is subject to strict regulatory requirements.
In the lead up to the introduction of biosecurity requirements into the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand programme for vineyard members, there has been a lot of focuws on biosecurity measures for vineyards.
A stratospheric warming over Antarctica occurred during August.
Our third Wine Business Forum, entitled ‘Embracing Change and Sustaining Growth’, has just drawn to a close with another strong turnout of New Zealand Winegrowers members and wider industry.
Vaughn Bell on pest management, biosecurity, and some insights into the future of viticulture
An agritech startup is introducing Kiwi winegrowers to a 24/7 vineyard assistant with instant access to winery, vineyard and plant-procedured data.
After more than 20 years collecting and curating data for winegrowers, a homegrown software company is taking its vineyard views to a new level.
OPINION: The months ahead are important for New Zealand Winegrowers.
OPINION: New Zealand's soils and climate make our wine industry extraordinary. But it is the people behind the vines and…
The third Aotearoa New Zealand Chardonnay Symposium will be underway in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, on 17-18 September.
In a global wine market facing headwinds and overall decline, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc continues to stand out as a…
From a secluded corner of South Wairarapa, Paul and Amy Mason aim to forge wines that reflect their place.
