Australia
When most people think of olive oil they see ancient, romantic groves and undulating hills in exotic, far-flung Mediterranean locales such as Spain, Italy and Greece. But since Australia’s recent…
“Except the vine, there is no plant which bears a fruit of as great importance as the olive.” A quote from ancient Roman philosopher Pliny that still rings true to…
It’s not difficult to find a bottle labeled “extra virgin olive oil” — a term that’s not only ubiquitous, but that is also synonymous in most people’s minds with a…
Acting on this continuing issue, the AOA has launched a Change.Org online petition to let the government know that consumers really do care about truth in labelling, and want to…
The vast majority of imported “extra virgin olive oil” in Australian supermarkets fails to meet local and international standards, renewing concerns shoppers are paying a premium for inferior products. Tests…
Local producers continued to make their mark on the international stage at the Olive Japan 2016 competition, taking home a total of 10 Gold and nine Silver medals. The 2016…
Whether picked on site or sourced from other nearby growers, the first pressing at Taralinga Estate happens almost immediately after picking, so our olive oil contains the highest level of…
A Rutherglen olive grove has taken out the industry equivalent of Olympic gold. Gooramadda Olives won a best in class award at the prestigious New York International Olive Oil Competition…