Vine Articles

Despite a global and national decline in wine consumption, UK wine continues to see rapid growth – but challenges remain. WineGB and NIAB experts shared their thoughts at this year’s Oxford Farming Conference. Sarah Kidby reports.

“Our farmers and wine businesses are fed up,” said WineGB CEO Nicola Bates while commenting on yesterday’s Spending Review announced by chancellor Rachel Reeves.

Agrovista agronomist Fokion Chatziavgerinos reviews some key tasks coming up in top fruit orchards and vineyards this spring and early summer.

As part of World Environment Day that took place earlier this week, WineGB has launched a Sustainability Packaging Toolkit, the second in its series of comprehensive guidance documents supporting sustainable action in vineyards and wineries.

The Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association has announced the Norfolk Wine and Cheese Experience will take place at the Royal Norfolk Show this June.

WineGB is encouraging wine enthusiasts to uncork their next adventure in one of England’s most surprising and scenic wine destinations, the East Midlands.

Soft fruit and asparagus grower Sandy Booth is using novel techniques to grow non-traditional grape varieties for his new wine brand. Sarah Kidby reports.

Micronutrients play a vital role in the health, productivity and quality
of grapevines, so ensuring levels are correct throughout the season
is crucial. Hutchinsons agronomist Rob Saunders shares his advice.

WineGB encourages wine lovers to ‘create new traditions’ and make the switch to drink English wine.

Spring is a hopeful season for many. It brings blossoms, blooms and bud burst. But it also brings harsh frost events, which can be detrimental for winegrowers.

Viticulture consultant and vineyard owner, Luke Wolfe believes that good wine starts in the vine. He explains his approach to soil nutrition and its impact on vine health.

VineWorks’ head of vineyard establishment, Will Mower, shares his advice when it comes to planting new vines.