Education

Nick McArthur Takes Out 2024 North Canterbury Young Viticulturist Of The Year

"Winning this competition is a huge honour," says McArthur. "The sense of community and the opportunities in the industry have been incredible."

Nick McArthur, the Operations Manager at Tiki Wines, recently clinched the title of North Canterbury Young Viticulturist of the Year for 2024.

McArthur shared his journey from growing up on a berry farm in Otago to making a name for himself in the competitive world of viticulture.

He highlights the camaraderie among young viticulturists, the industry's support for newcomers and his time at Lincoln University and hands-on experiences during harvests in Marlborough as playing pivotal roles in his career.

Listen to the full chat between Nick McArthur and Dominic George above.

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