MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Down to Earth provides a comprehensive service to the viticulture and olive industries in Western Australia.
Established in 1998 in the premium wine growing region of Margaret River, Down to Earth services a range of vineyards and olive groves ranging from 2-100ha that incorporate a di8versity of age, soil, varieties and canopies.
Each property has its own specific requirements, which we professionally manage to produce the best results for both the grower and winery.
We are commercial olive and grape growers so we have an intimate knowledge of requirements, not only of the property but also wineries and growers.
Our services include:
- Budgets and cash flow projections
- Feasibility advice on site and variety selection including soil and water reports
- Aid in council approval for proposed dams and developments
- Surveying and layout designs
- Full ground preparation
- Supply of materials and labour
- Trellis and irrigation installation
- Assistance with fruit sales
When establishing a vineyard with the intention of producing premium quality fruit, for which the Margaret River region is famous, attention to detail is paramount.
Our team of viticulturists and supervisors can model a management system to suit your requirements including:
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Vineyard consulting
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Pest and disease management including spray programs
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Fertiliser and irrigation regimes
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Crop yield estimates and maturity sampling
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Vine development monitoring
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Cultural and biological control practices (IPM)
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Co-ordinating the harvest to the specification of the winery/winemaker