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Amid devastating bushfire activity across Australia, scientists have released a map showing avocado, mango, olive, banana, macadamia and citrus orchards that have been impacted, to help with response and recovery efforts. Driven by a Hort Innovation investment, in collaboration with various universities, state and federal government agencies, private sector companies and industry, the Australian Bushfires…
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There’s now less than a week to the start of the National Table Olive Workshop Tour with South African expert Linda Costa. One of the star presenters at the 2018 and 2019 National Olive Industry Conferences, Costa’s presentations and workshops had attendees wanting to hear – and learn – more, so she’s returning to Australia…
Read MoreThe Olive Wellness Institute team continues to provide new relevant information on all things related to health and olive products. One of the latest resources made available is a report on the health implications of rancid fats and oils. The fact is that all food will deteriorate over time – for example, fresh fruits and…
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As part of the national Strategic Agrichemical Review Process (SARP) currently being undertaken, surveys are being conducted to identify pest and disease priorities for a number of Australian horticultural industries. The surveys will identify diseases, insect pests and weeds of major concern. Against these threats, available registered or permitted pesticides will be evaluated for overall…
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Registration is now open for the final three events in the national series of TasteBook™/OliveCare® Sensory Training Workshops, being held in Campbell Town, Tasmania on 29 February; Urrbrae, South Australia on 6 March; and Toowoomba, Queensland on 4 April. An opportunity to learn from industry experts, sensory scientists and fellow producers, the workshops provide participants…
Read MoreThe Department of Agriculture is consulting with industry on its intention to revise and increase the costs charged to exporters of horticultural products. Producers currently or planning to export are encouraged to review the Cost Recovery Implementation Statement Plant Exports Certification 2019-20 and provide any feedback/comments to…
Read MoreOn 1 July 2020, changes to the water charge rules in the Murray-Darling Basin will come into effect. The changes were announced by the Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources on 3 April 2019, based on advice provided by the ACCC in 2016. The new rules provide transparency for customers of monopoly water…
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