Expert Tips to Build Healthy Soils This Winter
Prepare for the year ahead by focusing on the soil health of your vineyard. Here is a list of expert tips from Viticultural Consultant Graham Fisher on the things you can do this winter to give your vines the best start to spring in 2026.
Meet Graham Fisher
Graham Fraser works with our clients across the Southwest. His journey in viticulture began more than 20 years ago and we’re privileged to have someone of his knowledge and experience bringing essential advice and management support to Vinescapes’ clients.
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Winter is typically seen as downtime for vineyard teams, however if you get ahead of your machinery and equipment maintenance you will save time later in the season.
Rory gives us four key areas to address to give us a break from the cold and rain outside.
Prepare for a productive season ahead
Want to find ways to be more efficient in the vineyard or more productive? Curious about how you can farm more sustainably? Talk to us about our condensed vineyard assessment packages, as a low-investment option for improved outcomes for your vineyard.
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The growing English wine sector
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Frost risk analysis
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Vineyard management
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