Resources - Phylloxera resources

All resources listed below are available from the Board, unless otherwise stated. Prices are indicated. Additional postage charges and/or limitations on quantities of free items may apply. Contact the Board for more information, or to place an order.

Books and other resources related to viticulture and winemaking are available from Winetitles. Visit their online bookstore at www.winetitles.com.au/bookstore.

Statistical reports and information on the wine industry in Australia are available from the Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation. Visit their website at www.awbc.com.au.

Grapevine rootstocks: selection and management for South Australian vineyards (2007) Rootstocks are an undervalued management tool in Australia, habitually ignored despite their potential to provide viticultural benefits to growers in warm and cool climate vineyards. This publication will give growers, viticulturists and vineyard managers all the information necessary to make appropriate rootstock choices for their specific site and climate. This publication is the culmination of three years of data collection and observations of rootstock performance in commercial vineyards across the major viticultural regions of South Australia. Available from the office. Free to SA registered grapegrowers. All others $33 (inc GST) plus postage and handling.

Vineyard protection protocol A concise protocol to help vineyard owners protect their vineyards from pests, diseases and weeds - including phylloxera. Based on two simple strategies: restricted vineyard access and cleaning and disinfestation. Available from the office. Free to SA registered grapegrowers. Or can also be downloaded from this site.

Phylloxera identification brochure Four page full colour technical brochure summarises the latest information about phylloxera biology, behaviour, prevention and management. Includes photos of the insect and information on how to identify and diagnose phylloxera infestation symptoms in vineyards. Available free to SA registered grapegrowers. All others $0.22 each plus postage and handling. Or. 1.2 Mb PDF file. Can be downloaded from this site.

Vineyard signs Protect your vineyard with "STOP" and "No entry" signs. Your first line of defence against uninvited guests who may be carrying phylloxera. Available from: Heatpac Safety Signs 15 William Street Mile End South 5031 Ph (08) 8234 0322 Fax (08) 8351 9572 OR Artcraft Unit 3, Commercial Crt 38 Cavan Road Dry Creek 5094 Ph (08) 8349 8000 sales@artcraftpl.com.au Visit their website www.artcraftpl.com.au to download an order form.

Phylloxera stickers The widely recognised "don't spread phylloxera" sticker - for vehicles, footbaths, lunchrooms etc. Car sticker size and truck or tractor (A4) size. Free to SA registered grapegrowers. All others $0.11 each for small sticker and $0.55 each for large truck sticker.

Phylloxera video "Taking aim at phylloxera" A comprehensive educational resource covering the biology and management of phylloxera - including history, lifecycle, quarantine, protocols, rootstocks and alternative management techniques. CD/DVD versions can be viewed on most modern computers. Separate segments can be selected for viewing or including in electronic presentations. CD, DVD or VHS format. Free to SA registered grapegrowers. All others $33 (inc GST and postage and handling).