A grape variety from Cyprus is helping Australian vineyards survive extreme heat; growers using Xynisteri have cut water consumption by 75%, while the vines have survived temperatures above 45°C
Koutouzis, located in South Australia’s Riverland, surrounded by vineyards, and has around 800 Xynisteri vines. When temperatures climb above 45 degrees Celsius and water is one of the most expensive inputs on a farm, survival may depend on looking backward. According to ABC News Information and Services, in South Australia’s Riverland, growers are looking to…