Olive growers enjoy fruits of labour

Bryan and Mandy Wheatland run Glenroy Grove on the outskirts of Narromine. Photo: TAYLOR JURD

“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 local olive producers, who from humble beginnings, have now grown their farming businesses into nationally recognised award winning products.