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Exton Park CEO to retire
Exton Park Vineyard has announced that Robin McMillan will retire as Chief Executive Officer, following a period of strategic development that has strengthened the estate’s positioning within the growing English sparkling wine sector. Robin has been asked by the Board to undertake a search for his successor to ensure a smooth leadership transition. Robin has […] The post Exton Park CEO to retire appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
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Making the most of organic inputs
With fertiliser prices remaining high, many UK vineyards are taking a closer look at how nutrients are applied and where savings can be made. Organic materials such as compost and farmyard manure are increasingly being used to supplement or replace bagged fertiliser, particularly in lighter soils where maintaining structure and moisture can be a challenge. […] The post Making the most of organic inputs appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
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Commitment to sustainability
WineGB accelerates sustainability drive with relaunch of national certification for UK wine. WineGB has announced the relaunch of Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB), its national independently audited sustainability certification scheme, reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to embedding sustainability at the core of UK wine production. This expansion includes an entirely new module for people. First […] The post Commitment to sustainability appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
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Hyperlocal data in your vineyard
Following the success of the FROST Project, Vinewatch is delighted to offer the latest hyperlocal monitoring system for vineyard management. The system shows exactly what is going on in the vineyard at bud height, including leaf wetness, leaf temperature, soil moisture, soil temperature, soil NPK, GDD as well as temperature and humidity. The system collects […] The post Hyperlocal data in your vineyard appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
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Tips to improve vineyardspray efficacy
Achieving best results from vineyard sprays requires far more than just selecting the right product, explains Hutchinsons agronomist, Will Robinson. Research by Syngenta for air-assisted sprayers in vines, top fruit and other horticultural crops, suggests correct application accounts for around half of overall efficacy, with product choice making up the remainder. This is perhaps not […] The post Tips to improve vineyardspray efficacy appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
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Unlocking vine potential: the importance of nutrition
As the new season approaches, vineyard nutrition becomes central to optimising vine performance. While winter pruning sets the physical foundation, it is nutrition that enables vines to release their potential. In UK viticulture, particularly in areas with fertile soils and generous rainfall, the challenge of controlling excessive vegetative growth, or vigour, persists. Although canopy management […] The post Unlocking vine potential: the importance of nutrition appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
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WineGB Wessex Base Wine Tasting 2025
The second edition of the WineGB Wessex Base Wine Tasting took place at Pinglestone Farm in Alresford, Hampshire, home of Louis Pommery England, offering a rare opportunity to examine the building blocks of English sparkling wine before secondary fermentation begins. For those of us invited to attend, it was a chance to taste potential rather […] The post WineGB Wessex Base Wine Tasting 2025 appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
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A celebration of English wine and heritage
I was delighted to be invited to an immersive day hosted by Digby Fine English at Minterne House & Gardens in Dorset. The experience was designed to do more than showcase wine. It was an exploration of heritage, craft, and the story behind the brand itself. Minterne House holds particular significance for Digby. It’s the […] The post A celebration of English wine and heritage appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .