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Australian Viticulture was founded by Winetitles in 1997 to meet the specific needs of Australia's grapegrowers. Our articles feature the latest information on viticultural technology from research centres around the country, all clearly and precisely presented by staff and contributors who are experts in the field. We aim to help our readers face the challenges of a changing industry.

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In the September/October issue of Australia’s only journal dedicated to viticulture, Australian Viticulture, we welcome national water trading company, Waterfind, to our team of regular contributors. Waterfind chief executive Tom Rooney begins with a look at the market conditions for 2008-09 across the southern Murray-Darling Basin.

Our contributing writer, Terry Gange writes about how driedfruit growers have welcomed the guarantee of higher prices from major processors Sunbeam Foods and Clyne Foods.

Sonya Logan looks at the establishment of a Victorian viticulture biosecurity committee which is aimed at improving industry consultation and participation in the planning and coordination of State vine health programs.

Meanwhile Yasmin Chalmers and Karl Sommer, researchers at the Victorian Department of Primary Industries, go back to the fundamentals of grapevine development and give advice on how to manage the vineyard using less water.

And don’t miss this issue’s Varietal Report on Tempranillo. As more growers adopt Tempranillo into their vineyards, exports of Tempranillo labeled wine are increasing dramatically, particularly to Australia’s key market of the UK. While Tempranillo has been in Australia for a long time, it is still considered a ‘new’ variety, with many wines made sold as limited releases at cellar door.

For further information about Australian Viticulture or to secure your copy of the September/October issue, featuring other timely practical information visit www.winebiz.com.au/ausvit/ or telephone Winetitles on +618 8292 0888.