New Zealand WineGrower Magazine

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August / September 08

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Features for August / September 08

Issues for election candidates

By Philip Gregan

As I am sure everybody in New Zealand is aware, 2008 is election year. Voting is now only a matter of three or four months away. Read Article

Protest at WSMP costs

Concern at the costs of verification of Wine Standards Management Plans (WSMPs) has been expressed by Tony Soljan, FWINZ, in a letter to Hon Lianne Dalziel, Minister for Food Safety. Read Article

Marlborough examines pointers ‘08 holds for ‘09

Tessa Nicholson

It’s no secret that this year’s vintage in Marlborough was stressful for all concerned. Read Article

Seminars look to profitable future

Wine New Zealand, the annual domestic showcase for presenting the country’s wines to trade buyers, this year expands to include two new award competitions, as well as informative seminars. Read Article

New Zealand WineGrower Magazine

Official Journal of the New Zealand Wine and Viticultural Industry

August / September 08

Features for August / September 08

FROM THE DESK OF THE CEO

Issues for election candidates

By Philip Gregan

WINE STANDARDS MANAGEMENT PLAN

Protest at WSMP costs

2008 VINTAGE REVIEW

Marlborough examines pointers ‘08 holds for ‘09

Tessa Nicholson

WINE NEW ZEALAND 2008

Seminars look to profitable future