R&D @ Work
Articles published in the GWRDC publication R&D@Work are freely available for use by the media with acknowledgement of the GWRDC. Topics in the latest edition include:

:: Clues found in the make-up of vines
:: R&D partners thrive on challenge
:: Researching the business is overdue
:: Grapegrowers are forging meaningful R&D links
:: Winemakers can respond to a broad range of tastes
:: Industry must ask where it wants to be
:: Prepare to move on
:: Holistic approach addresses a priority
:: Facts should drive decision-making
:: A new tier of grapevine enquiry has started
:: Research planning can't ignore powdery mildew
:: A product specification target is essential for growers
:: Consumer projects must seek real outcomes
:: Research and practice combine in a study of vineyard insects
:: Data may change how we think about irrigation
:: Adjuvants have a place as part of the mix
See links to the right to download stories.

New staff member
Michelle Hogg joins the GWRDC team in a reception/administration assistant role. Her background includes nine years in the office of Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions. Outside work, her interests include volunteering with the Somerton Surf Life Saving Club.


Cellar door posters
Several wine companies are now displaying their R&D partnership through cellar door posters. If you would like to have a tailor made poster to suit your office or cellar door call Karin on (08) 8273 0500 or email karin@gwrdc.com.au
click here to view examples



Final reports received at GWRDC
Among final reports recently received are 'Shiraz heritage trial' (RD 04/04-1), 'Benchmarking Southern Victorian Pinot Noir vineyards' (RT 05/01-1), 'Reducing powdery mildew in the vineyard' (RT 05/01-2), 'Vineyard measurement and berry sensory analysis' (RT 05/02-2),
'Develop a waste stream strategy (for solid waste) for the Riverina wine industry as a model for sustainable practices in all regions' (RT 05/04-04-05-R5),' Integrated strategies to manage seasonal variation in winegrape maturation (2.4.3)' (CRV 01/01)

For a list of all final reports tabled in the last year
click here. Enquiries about availability of reports can be directed to Dee Watt, email dee@gwrdc.com.au or phone (08) 8273 0500 quoting the project number and title.