We’ve been exploring ways nature can help with biological pest control by using living organisms as natural predators instead of adding organic or synthetic pesticides. This starts with providing habitat and food sources to encourage these predatory insects. ...
While the vines themselves rest during this time of the year, the vineyard is still well and truly alive. The passing of the Winter Solstice marks the commencement of pruning season here at Tinja – a crucial step in our vineyard care that helps to...
While our new Climate Change Vineyard has been designed, planned and created in a way that maximises the natural forces of waterflow – many of the 30+ year old vines here at Tinja need a little assistance...
In the weeks leading up to Harvest, we undertake a practice that almost seems criminal – crop thinning. Armed with secateurs and a careful eye, our team remove fruit from the vines, with the aim of helping only the best bunches reach full maturity. ...
Chickens are fantastic pest controllers and soil conditioners, so we're trialing using our hens to control cover crops and improve soil health across our vineyards and farm (featuring a nifty new hen house)....