ASVO
The Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology was founded in 1980 as a non-political organisation to serve the interests of practising winemakers and viticulturists by encouraging the exchange of technical information. The Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology (ASVO) is a non-political member-based organisation founded to serve the interests of practising winemakers and viticulturists by encouraging the exchange of technical information.
ASVO is extending the deadline for applications for the Dr Patrick Iland Scholarship until 15 June. Up to $5000 is available for individuals or small-to-medium businesses undertaking professional development projects. Here's some ideas of what kinds of things you can use the scholarship for. Criteria and application forms can be found here
https://www.asvo.com.au/asvo-scholarship-program
Pia Merrick, Head Winemaker at Australian Vintage's Buronga Hill Winery, is speaking on the topic of unlocking ESG Value at the ASVO Viticulture Seminar in Mildura this month. You can still register to attend at https://www.asvo.com.au/events/2026-mildura
Meanwhile, as mentioned by Pia, you can watch this video to see what Murray Valley Winegrowers have been doing on sustainability: https://www.mvwi.com.au/fact-sheets/others/swa/
26-27 May - Viticulture for Challenging Times – Mildura 🍇| Guided Wine Tasting - Disease-Resistant Varieties – From Vineyard to Glass | Feature Session
Session chair: Nick Dry
Joining the discussion panel and guided wine tasting:
Tennile Chalmers, Chalmers Wines
Bethany Collins, Hill Smith Family Estate
Justin Kassulke, Kassulke Farms
Pia Merrick, Australian Vintage
Expect practical insights, honest discussion, and strategic thinking for growers under pressure.
📍 Mildura
🎟️ Register now: https://www.asvo.com.au/events/2026-mildura
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