Australia maintains national standards for wine that are administered by state and territory governments. Federal regulations focus on quality control. The Australian federal government assists the industry by improving the trade environment (redressing barriers to trade) and by improving the domestic economic operating environment. Policy issues are the province of the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.
The Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation promotes and controls the export of wine and brandy. The Grape and Wine Research and Development Corporation is the body responsible for investing in grape and wine research and development, on behalf of the Australian wine industry and the Australian community.
Australia’s reputation as one of the most technologically advanced wine-producing nations owes much to the industry’s emphasis on research and development. Key research and development sources include the Australian Wine Research Institute, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, the National Wine and Grape Industry Centre, state departments of agriculture and universities. A number of Australian universities and other tertiary education institutions offer courses in viticulture and oenology.
The peak industry body representing winemakers’ interests is the Winemakers’ Federation of Australia. It develops policies and programs to increase net returns to Australian winemakers. The Wine Grape Growers of Australia is the peak industry body representing the interests of grape growers.
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