How Mali Produce Improved Produce Quality with PyroAg Wood Vinegar

Aug 5

3 min read

For Amrit Singh and his family, producing premium fruit and vegetables starts beneath the surface.

At Mali Produce in Renmark, South Australia, healthy soils are the foundation of growing high-quality wine grapes, cucumbers and capsicums. Rather than relying heavily on pesticides, the family has focused on creating a balanced growing environment that supports healthy plants naturally.

Since introducing PyroAg Wood Vinegar alongside an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program, the family has observed healthier plants, cleaner root systems and improved produce quality across both their vineyards and greenhouse crops.

About Mali Produce

Established in 2007, Mali Produce is a family-owned horticultural business based in Renmark, South Australia.

The business manages:

80 acres of wine grapes
10 acres of greenhouse vegetables

Their greenhouse production includes premium cucumbers and capsicums, while their vineyards supply both red and green wine grapes to local winemakers.

Across every crop, the family's goal remains the same: producing premium-quality produce while continually improving soil health.

A Commitment to Healthier Soils

For Amrit Singh, healthy plants begin with healthy soil.

The family wanted to reduce their reliance on pesticides while maintaining the quality their business had become known for.

Several years ago, they introduced PyroAg Wood Vinegar as part of a broader strategy focused on improving soil health through biological farming practices rather than relying solely on conventional crop protection products.

Combining PyroAg with Integrated Pest Management

PyroAg was not introduced on its own.

The family combined it with an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program that uses beneficial insects and natural predators to control pest populations.

By combining biological pest control with PyroAg Wood Vinegar applications, the farm aimed to create a healthier growing environment for both vines and greenhouse vegetables.

Healthier Plants and Cleaner Root Systems

After four years of incorporating PyroAg into the farming system, Amrit observed several positive changes.

According to the family:

Soil quality improved
Produce quality improved
Plants appeared healthier
Root systems became noticeably cleaner

These observations reinforced the decision to continue integrating PyroAg into both greenhouse and vineyard production.

Producing Premium Fruit and Vegetables

Quality has always been the driving force behind the business.

Whether producing cucumbers, capsicums or wine grapes, the family believes healthy soils provide the best opportunity for crops to thrive.

Rather than simply growing more produce, their focus remains on producing consistently high-quality crops that meet the expectations of customers and local winemakers.

Reducing Reliance on Pesticides

One of the major benefits identified by the family has been the opportunity to reduce pesticide use.

Through the combination of biological pest management and PyroAg Wood Vinegar, the business has continued moving towards a more biologically balanced production system.

As Amrit explains:

"We pride ourselves as being sustainable farmers, and PyroAg Wood Vinegar is a product that allows us to eliminate pesticides from the equation."

For Mali Produce, this approach supports healthier crops while maintaining the premium quality the business is known for.

Key Takeaways

Family-owned horticultural business established in 2007
80 acres of wine grapes and 10 acres of greenhouse vegetables
Growing cucumbers, capsicums and wine grapes
PyroAg integrated with an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program
Improved soil quality and cleaner root systems observed
Healthier plants and enhanced produce quality
Supports reduced reliance on pesticides

Download the PDF Case Study

Download the original Mali Produce case study to learn more about how PyroAg Wood Vinegar has been integrated into both greenhouse vegetable production and commercial vineyards.