Events
By Laura Thomas Australia is famously home to some of the deadliest snakes on the planet and as farmers, we’re much more at risk of a surprise encounter than our…
The first of the AOA’s Olive Industry Think Tank Workshops has been held, with WA growers enjoying a jam-packed afternoon of information, ideas and discussion around a range of industry…
By Laura Thomas A review into controversial changes proposed for Australia’s Health Star Rating system is continuing, after hundreds of submissions were received during the recent public consultation process. More…
By Laura Thomas A new Xylella outbreak in one of the world’s oldest olive-producing nations has prompted a timely biosecurity warning for Australian growers. Late last week, Italian authorities confirmed…
By Laura Thomas Enforced food laws, tailored water allocation and increased R&D investment are the Australian olive industry’s key priorities for government, as food security challenges threaten the nation’s food…
The AOA’s Olive Industry Think Tank Workshops are all systems go, with the first two events scheduled for early-mid October. The state-based events are replacing the AOA National Olive Conference…
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…