Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd

Retallack Viticulture Pty Ltd is an independent Australian viticulture and agroecology consultancy specialising in sustainable vineyard management, functional biodiversity, soil health and industry extension. Led by Dr Mary Retallack, the business combines scientific research, practical viticulture expertise and grower education to help wine businesses improve vineyard resilience, sustainability and profitability.

Retallack Viticulture is the delivery partner for Wine Australia's National EcoVineyards Program, a major sustainability initiative designed to help grapegrowers improve vineyard soil health, establish cover crops and enhance functional biodiversity. Through regionally tailored resources, demonstration sites, workshops and on-ground support, the program promotes practical ecological approaches that strengthen vineyard performance while reducing reliance on external inputs.

The EcoVineyards program focuses on increasing the resilience of vineyard ecosystems by encouraging the use of cover crops, native insectary plants, integrated pest management and ecological restoration practices. These approaches support beneficial insects and other fauna, improve soil condition and help vineyards adapt to climate and production challenges. The program has become one of Wine Australia's flagship sustainability extension initiatives, operating across multiple wine regions throughout Australia.

Retallack Viticulture has also contributed to numerous research, development and extension activities for the grape and wine sector, including work on biodiversity enhancement, vineyard ecosystem management, biological pest control and sustainable production systems. The organisation has long been recognised for its leadership in functional biodiversity and ecological vineyard management, helping translate research into practical actions that can be adopted by growers.

By combining research, education and hands-on industry engagement, Retallack Viticulture is helping Australian grapegrowers build healthier, more resilient vineyard ecosystems while improving environmental outcomes and supporting the long-term sustainability of the grape and wine sector.