May 2026 I Issue #1 I Biosecurity
Welcome to the first edition of From the Ground Up, Wine Victoria’s viticulture and sustainability newsletter.
This newsletter shares practical ideas, opportunities and trusted information to help Victorian wine businesses stay resilient and future-ready amid changing seasons, markets and rising costs.
Our first edition focuses on biosecurity. Protecting vine health and regional reputation relies on practical habits, shared responsibility and staying alert to emerging risks. Across agriculture, industries are investing more in preparedness and capability, and wine should be part of that conversation. Small actions taken early can make a meaningful difference.
We hope this becomes a useful source of ideas, tools and industry insights worth your time. Thank you for being part of Victoria’s forward-looking wine community.
Hayley Purbrick
Sustainability & Innovation Lead Wine Victoria
What avocados can teach wine about preparedness
The avocado industry is running new national biosecurity capability programs in 2026, including webinars on high-priority pests, on-farm resources and preparedness planning.
Case study: Staying one step ahead
Watch our video guide on implementing effective farm gate hygiene protocols to protect your vineyard from biosecurity risks.
Three Quick Reads
Biosecurity is everyone’s responsibility, and it is important to the health and viability of our industry that we stay on the front foot. Things in this space are always changing, so staying informed matters and can make a real difference. With future funding expected to support preparedness, now is a good time to build awareness.
# 1 VICTORIAS'S GENERAL BIOSECURITY DUTY
#2 WINE VICTORIA'S VINE HEALTH RESOURCES
#3 BIOSECURITY ALERT - GRAPEVINE BERRY INNER NECROSIS VIRUS (GIN VIRUS)
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- Greater Victoria's Regional Program
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