Every vineyard reaches a point where difficult decisions need to be made. The challenge is knowing which path will deliver the best long-term outcome for your business.

Across Western Australia, many vineyard owners are grappling with ageing vineyards, changing market conditions, declining profitability and increasing management costs. Whether you're considering revitalising an existing block, placing it into care and maintenance, or removing and replanting, making the right decision requires careful consideration of the economic, practical and long-term implications.

Join industry experts and fellow grape growers for this practical, discussion-based workshop exploring the key factors that influence vineyard management decisions. Through real-world case studies, expert presentations and interactive discussion, you'll gain practical frameworks and tools to help make informed decisions for your own business, while also considering broader industry responsibilities such as sustainable land stewardship and vineyard health.

Who should attend?

This workshop is designed for:

Vineyard owners and managers
Grape growers
Winemakers with vineyard management responsibilities
Viticultural consultants and contractors
Wine business owners and decision-makers

The event is open to all Wines of Western Australia (WoWA) members statewide. Whether you're based in Margaret River or another WA wine region, you can participate either in person or online via Zoom, making the workshop accessible regardless of location.

What you'll learn

Topics will include:

Practical decision-making frameworks for complex vineyard decisions
The true costs and implications of pausing, preserving or removing vineyards
Labour, contractor and project planning considerations
Practical experiences and lessons from growers who have already navigated these decisions
Future planning opportunities and available industry support
Interactive Q&A and panel discussion with industry experts

This workshop is proudly delivered by Wines of Western Australia in partnership with the Margaret River Wine Association and the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

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