Langhorne Creek National EcoVineyards ground covers event (revised program)

National EcoVineyards Program

National EcoVineyards Program ground covers event showcasing the use of multi-species cover crops and native grasses/forbs in the vineyard

Bleasdale Vineyards

National EcoVineyards Program ground covers event (updated program)Join agroecologist/viticulturist Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd and Regional On-ground Coordinator, Janet Klein who will host a National EcoVineyards Program ground covers event.We are delighted to welcome our special guest presenter Dan Falkenberg, Eden Hall Wines who will provide lots of practical tips and experience on the use of native grasses and forbs.Don’t forget to pick up your free seed 🌱 samples on the day!📆 Date and time: 8.30am, Thursday 23 November 2023📍 Location: Bleasdale Vineyards1640 Langhorne Creek Road, Langhorne Creek, SA, 5255🍱 Food provided: Morning tea and lunch------------------------------------------------Program (inside):• 8:30 am: registration and coffee• 8:45 to 9:45 am: Welcome, introductions and an overview ground covers by Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture• 9:45 to 11:15 am: An introduction to native grasses and forbs by Dan Falkenberg, Eden Hall Wines• 11.15 to 11:45 am: Morning tea• 11:45 am to 12 pm: SAWIA project update on alternatives to CCA posts in vineyards by Sarah Carlson, EO, AHWRThe South Australian Wine Industry Association, in collaboration with the Adelaide Hills Wine Region, Green Industries SA and the University of Adelaide’s School of Architecture and Built Environment, has been conducting research to identify the characteristics, performance and use of less hazardous alternatives to CCA posts in vineyards. With a focus on experiences from the Adelaide Hills, the project has developed information resources to enable vineyards all around Australia to make better decisions as they rebuild their vineyards after bushfire using more sustainable alternatives.Field walk (outside), please use the foot baths provided• 12:15 to 1:15 pm: Field walk and group discussion with local growers who will share their experiences in the establishment and maintenance of multi-species cover crops including Sarah Keogh, Bleasdale.Dan Falkenberg, Eden Hall and Andrew Fairney, Seeding Natives Inc will be available to discuss the establishment and maintenance of native grasses and forbs.• 1:15 to 1:45 pm: Lunch------------------------------------------------Dr Mary Retallack, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd, National EcoVineyards Program ManagerMary is an agroecologist/viticulturist with nearly 30 years of practical experience within Australia and overseas. She manages the National EcoVineyards Program and will be your host for each event along with your local Regional On-ground Coordinator (ROC).Janet Klein, Regional On-ground Coordinator (ROC)Janet Klein is a viticulturist and biodiversity conservationist who has spent the last 20 years dedicated to sustainable wine growing and landscape regeneration. Janet holds various positions representing sustainable viticulture and biodiversity conservation.Dan Falkenberg, Eden Hall WinesDan is the Viticulturist for Eden Hall Wines where he has helped pioneer the establishment of native grasses and forbs in the mid-row and under vine areas of vineyards. Dan will provide lots of pratical tips and insights, what works well and pitfalls to avoid.Andrew Fairney, Seeding Natives IncAndrew founded and is the CEO of Seeding Natives Incorporated, a not-for-profit business specialising in native grassland restoration and management. The primary focus has been on innovative methods and seeding techniques and designing machinery to sow a diverse range of native grassland species in one pass into our often shallow and depleted soils. The mission is to change the face of ecological restoration and save threatened species in the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges starting at the ground level rather than the traditional tree and shrub planting.This seminar and field event is recommended to wine growers with an interest in practical ways to improve soil health and incorporate the use of multi-species ground covers.RegisterIf you would like to attend this FREE event, please register via the National EcoVineyards Program Eventbrite page, and include any dietary requirements.Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear suitable foot ware for the biosecurity foot bath.More informationFor more information, contact Nikki Zorzi, Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd and National EcoVineyards Program, Executive Assistant at admin@ecovineyards.com.au or ‭0422 290 967‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬AcknowledgementsThe national EcoVineyards program is funded by Wine Australia with levies from Australia’s grape growers and winemakers and matching funds from the Australian Government. The program is delivered by Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd with significant support from regional communities.

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