Wines impressed at Mzansi Young Farmer Indaba 2024
The South Africa Wine Enterprise Development division attended the third instalment of the Mzansi Young Farmer Indaba from 4 to 6 April, hosted in Pretoria North with a selection of…
Taking South African wine to the world – in Germany
In March every year, the world of wine descends on the German city of Düsseldorf, aptly named after the Düssel River, which divides the city into four branches. The fair…
Systems and holistic approaches key to human development
In the sustained pursuit of professional recognition of skills and education, South Africa Wine’s People Development division is a value-driven entity with a strong emphasis on teams and individuals eager…
Leadership Development Programme for production-level managers
South Africa Wine is creating an opportunity for the development of our future industry leaders. The Hortgro/Mzars programme developed 107 leaders in the Western Cape Agri Sector with a marked…
The Confronting Climate Change initiative
In an era where climate change is no longer just a looming threat but a pressing reality, industries worldwide seek ways to mitigate their carbon footprint. Among these sectors, the…
Improving wine quality control using an electronic tongue
Ensuring wine quality throughout production is vital for customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. Microbial spoilage organisms pose a significant risk to wine quality, requiring early detection and management of faults.…
Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria
Grape production in the Sao Francisco Valley in Brazil requires large amounts of fertiliser input, fuelling cost inflation for producers. Researchers prospected six sites for plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria to identify…
SOUTH AFRICA WINE PARTNERS WITH STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY TO SPEARHEAD INNOVATIVE CHENIN BLANC WINE PROJECT
South Africa Wine, the South African Grape and Wine Research Institute (SAGWRI), Stellenbosch University, and the Chenin Blanc Association of South Africa (CBA) are launching a pioneering initiative to advance…
BLEND AND BOND: THE SOUTH AFRICA WINE SUMMIT MARKS A NEW DAWN FOR THE WINE INDUSTRY
The South Africa Wine Summit heralds an exciting new chapter for the country’s wine industry. Hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) on May 23, the summit serves…
Unveiling the Influence of Country-of-Origin bias on expert wine judgments
Are your wine preferences truly unbiased, or could they be subtly swayed by the country where the wine originates? A new study conducted at the renowned ProWein International Wine and…