Events
By Laura Thomas A deepening mental health crisis is affecting Australian agriculture. Challenges associated with rising farm costs, natural disaster and ongoing global tension is piling the pressure on farmers…
By Laura Thomas Grove biosecurity is more important than ever, as demand for premium Australian olives and the industry’s reputation for quality continue to grow. Strong national biosecurity ensures high-quality…
By Laura Thomas Australian country shows have long been a feature on regional calendars everywhere, an annual celebration of rural agriculture, industry and way of life. Nowadays, these traditional country…
The countdown is on for 2026 Australian International Olive Awards (AIOA) entries, with just 10 days left to secure your chance to be named the Best EVOO, Flavoured Oil or…
Whether you’re looking to start a grove from scratch or want to refresh your knowledge on olive growing, attending one of the AOA’s upcoming Back to Basics Field Days is…
Hort Innovation held its inaugural Impact Update event on 1 June, leading into the Hort Connections event being held in Adelaide. The grower‑focused event showcased real-world outcomes from Hort Innovation projects…
By Laura Thomas Farm tourism is said to be one of the fastest-growing corners of Australia’s visitor economy and now, new research will help paint a better picture of where…
By Laura Thomas Australia’s olive industry is on the front foot when it comes to safeguarding the domestic market from the effects of food fraud. Ongoing market surveillance and world-class…