Section 2.3: Vineyard Suitability for Grafting – Grafting budget
It is a good idea to set a budget prior to committing to a grafting project so there are no hidden surprises and for cashflow purposes. For budgeting (preparation to filling the wire and dormancy) there are a number of costs to consider when grafting;
Direct costs
| Item Description | Estimated Cost in A$* |
|---|---|
| Virus testing | $200/sample |
| Budwood | $0.40/stick (2 grafted vines) |
| Cordon cutting and removal | $0.80 – $3.50/vine |
| Cordon wire replacement | $2/m |
| Grafting | $2.80/vine |
| Tying up | $1/vine |
| Training x 6 passes | $1.50/vine/pass |
| Pruning | $0.50/vine |
| Regrafts |
Consumables
| Item Description | Estimated Cost in A$* |
|---|---|
| Wound paint/chemical | |
| String | |
| Tape guns/tape | |
| Grafting tape | |
| Vine guards |
Other indirect costs
| Item Description | Estimated Cost in A$* |
|---|---|
| Toilet hire | |
| Spraying | |
| Irrigation | |
| Nutrition | |
| Regrafting | |
| Midrow – slashing | |
| Weed management |
*Prices quoted are an estimate based on 2023 pricing.