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Viticulture

Simon Kemp

Horticultural Specialist

More than 30 years industry experience

Phone: 0800 421 000

Give Back To The Soil That Gives To You - Budget For Organic Matter Today

THE BENEFITS OF COMPOST IN VINEYARDS

Boost Organic Matter - Building up organic matter in soil may be the most important thing you can do to enhance long-term soil performance.

Nutrient Holding - Brings the CEC level up in the soil to keep nutrients around the root system.

Moisture Retention - Any applied water goes further, absorbing 6 times it's weight allowing crops to thrive through dry spells.

Weed Suppression - Especially important for young plants getting a head start.

Root Development - Bigger roots systems take in more nutrients and water.

Reduces Compaction - Increases air and water movement in the soil allowing for ample supply for root development.

SOLUTIONS



A purpose-built, slightly acidic organic compost. High in organic matter through manures and bioproducts create a long term healthy soil environment.	Crushed mussel shell sized from 1-100mm. It's reflective properties support pest control while providing slow release trace elements into the soil.	FishGro^®'s marine bioproduct and bark fine base allow for a rich, superior source of organic matter, trace elements through a sustainable method. Sized 1-20mm	A well-known high-quality mulch used throughout New Zealand. Has exceptional moisture retention and weed suppression qualities. Sized 1-150mm

TESTIMONIALS

Colin Mackay from Mackay AG Contracting tells us about his vineyard and agriculture contracting business, and why he uses Wholesale Landscapes for his horticulture requirements.

HELPFUL RESOURCES

Product Specification Guide - Get your copy here
Our Product Specification Guide (PSG-1) has an extensive amount of detail for each of our manufactured products. This will help you understand the make-up of the products, and make informed decisions. Technical details are also included in the PSG-1 such as ingredients, pH, bulk density, recommended application, and delivery volumes.

Horticulture Spreading - Get your copy here
We have a spreader unit for hire (bookings essential) which is capable of spreading either in a broad spread or via a side discharge for band spreading. The spreader unit is suitable for most vineyard and orchards rows. Alternatively, you can organise your own method of spreading the product or contact us for a range of contractors who can spread it for you.

Viticulture Brochure - Get your copy here

Additional Resources
Volume Calculator
Wholesale Landscapes Product Guide

SPREADING

Spreading - We have a spreader unit for hire (bookings essential) which is capable of spreading either in a broad spread or via a side discharge for band spreading. The spreader unit is 1.9m wide and is suitable for most vineyard and orchard rows.

Note:

Our spreader unit requires a tractor with a rear pin attachment and standard rear hydraulic plugs with hydraulic flow rates of over 40 litres/min.
A front-end loader or bucketed attachment to load the spreader unit will also be needed.
Our Spreader unit moves throughout regions on an annual basis; please contact us to facilitate use while in your area.
There is a discounted day rate for the spreader unit if spreading product purchased through Wholesale Landscapes.

Alternatively, you can organise your own method of spreading the product or contact us for a range of contractors who can spread it for you.

Application - There are many variables in application rates, depending on property management, soil types, the method of spreading and compost depth. Most vineyards run through a proportion of 60-100m3/ha. Please contact us for a more accurate measurement of volume. Due to variation in soil types within a block, targeting specific weak or low performing vines is also a common and viable option to even up yield.