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WGCSA nominated you to participate in the PIRSA Development Program, can you tell us about the program?
The program was designed for leadership training, which had us thinking about what we did in our working day and how can we better ourselves. As a group, we were tasked with exploring the topic – how can we further strengthen the relationship between PIRSA and industry. The program was a great example of PIRSA and industry sharing knowledge as part of the learning environment where we could explore the needs of both industry and PIRSA and how we can work together collaboratively in an effective manner. This was the first time in which anyone from industry was invited to participate in the Talent Development program.
What do you think was the biggest benefit of your involvement in the program?
Looking deeply into all aspects of my working day. My personal values, time management, staff management to name a few. It was great to stop and look at the big picture and to look at ways in which I can be more efficient, productive and become an industry leader.
Also having a better understanding on how PIRSA operates and the many different departments within.
How has participating in the program impacted your business?
Have built some great relationships within PIRSA, and has shown me ways in which I can better use the facilities that are available to my business and the Langhorne Creek Wine Region. As to time management, that’s still being worked on!!
What would be your advice to growers considering participating in a similar program?
Whilst sometimes it is easier to say no to these types of opportunities as we are all busy in our day to day jobs, I would highly recommend participating in this program.
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WGCSA Councillors from across the state are keeping me up to date with the latest information as they hear back from growers about their harvest.
As vintage continues across the state, you might have noticed a few unwanted visitors in amongst your grapes. The black Portuguese millipede is a common sight around the house and relatively harmless. But did you know that millipedes may cause damage to grape berries and wine taint if they are fermented with grapes at harvest?
Growers can now buy their own delivery docket books – saving costs, reducing mistakes and improving record-keeping and communication between growers, wineries and transporters.
