Always ahead of the latest technological and machinery developments, we imported the first Darwin mechanical blossom thinner in 2009. Today we’re still the sole importer of the Italian machine, which helps growers to produce high yields of good quality fruit without needing to rely on chemical agents or hand thinning labour. In this article, we … Continue reading →
Opening up the canopy with mechanical deleafers
We’re currently seeing an increased demand for mechanical deleafers as vineyard managers look for more cost effective ways to open up the canopy, increasing sunlight exposure and air circulation. Unlike other mechanical deleafers which use what’s known as an air blast system, the ERO leaf stripper, which Sam Barnes uses for his vineyard management contract work, … Continue reading →