Is saccharomyces cerevisiae a friend or rival in mousy off-flavours?
Some wines develop a strange “mousy” flavour, described as basmati rice, mouse urine, or sausage skin.
Italy: Leaf removal and the recovery rate of young vines after heatwaves
Heatwaves are a reality in most wine-producing countries. Allowing vines to recover as soon as possible after extreme heat events is crucial for producing quality grapes for wine production.
Confronting climate change (CCC) benchmark report 2025
CCC Benchmark Report 2025 Confronting Climate Change (CCC) is a carbon footprinting initiative developed to support fruit and wine organisations by identifying and responding to the risks and opportunities associated with carbon emissions. The CCC online carbon calculator constantly evolves to keep up with the ever-changing carbon context. The 2025
Grafting type and its effect on xylem network formation in the graft union twelve months later
Grapevine grafting is an essential part of winemaking. We need the scion varieties to produce high-quality wines, but we also require the rootstocks to provide the necessary resistance against phylloxera and other pathogens or environmental factors.
GRAPEVINE TRUNK DISEASES IN THE NURSERY
Grapevine trunk diseases (GTD) can lead to substantial economic losses at the farm and/or winery scale.
UNDERSTANDING ESG AND ITS IMPORTANCE IN THE WINE INDUSTRY
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is a comprehensive framework that helps organisations measure and communicate their sustainability and ethical impact.
PEOPLE WITH PURPOSE
You might know Aware.org as the organisation behind harm reduction in the alcohol industry.
New Zealand: Leaf removal and fruit ripening in Pinot Noir
Leaf removal is a practice widely applied throughout most wine-growing regions for various reasons, including improving sunlight penetration to promote bud fertility, exposing bunches to achieve a specific wine style, maintaining an ideal canopy density to ripen high-quality fruit, and manipulating bunch microclimate to lower disease pressure.
Northwestern Mexico: Mealy bug and natural vegetation abundance
In the ongoing battle against Leafroll virus, the management of mealy bug populations remains essential due to its “virus vector” status.
SHAPING GLOBAL WINE POLICY
This year’s meetings emphasised committee work plans (economic, environmental and social sustainability), ensuring FIVS effectively advocates for the global wine industry.
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Why young talent matters in the South African wine industry
The 30 Under 30 class of 2026 showed that there is no shortage of talent in South African wine. The task now is to continue creating an environment where capable people can grow, contribute and build long careers in the industry.
Confronting climate change (CCC) benchmark report 2025
CCC Benchmark Report 2025 Confronting Climate Change (CCC) is a carbon footprinting initiative developed to support fruit and wine organisations by identifying and responding to the risks and opportunities associated with carbon emissions. The CCC online carbon calculator constantly evolves to keep up with the ever-changing carbon context. The 2025
UNDERSTANDING ESG AND ITS IMPORTANCE IN THE WINE INDUSTRY
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is a comprehensive framework that helps organisations measure and communicate their sustainability and ethical impact.
PEOPLE WITH PURPOSE
You might know Aware.org as the organisation behind harm reduction in the alcohol industry.
SHAPING GLOBAL WINE POLICY
This year’s meetings emphasised committee work plans (economic, environmental and social sustainability), ensuring FIVS effectively advocates for the global wine industry.
South African Wine exports: trends, insights & opportunities
The South African wine export sector demonstrated resilience in 2024, achieving a 4% year-on-year increase in value to US$562 million despite navigating a contracting global wine market.
Cheers to Agri-Worker Excellence
As the cellar foreman at Kanonkop Wine Estate, his journey is of perseverance, skill, and a huge love for his craft. On Thursday, 6 February 2025, his contributions were recognised during the annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event at Groot Constantia, where he became the first-ever recipient of the Wine Agri-Worker Award
CHANGE THROUGH PARTNERSHIP
The South African wine industry is embarking on a diversity journey that redefines its role in the global wine economy through strategic partnerships and a sharpened focus on social sustainability.
Confronting climate change (CCC) benchmark report 2024
CCC Benchmark Report 2024 Confronting Climate Change (CCC) is a carbon footprinting initiative developed to support fruit and wine organisations by identifying and responding to the risks and opportunities associated with carbon emissions. The CCC online carbon calculator constantly evolves to keep up with the ever-changing carbon context. The 2024
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 fruit and wine industries stand out for their significant environmental impact. However, with the introduction of the Confronting Climate Change
