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The transitional period for Australia’s new Country of Origin labelling requirements is almost over and from 1 July 2018 all businesses involved in the sale of food product around Australia must comply with the new requirements. So if you’re not prepared already, it’s time to ensure you know how your products need to be labelled…
The headline says it all – a goanna with taste!
If you’ve got something industry-related to sell, you can now reach your target market directly with Olivebiz Classifieds. Our new online Classifieds service is an easy and inexpensive solution to advertising your unwanted equipment, extra oil – or even your grove. And if there’s something you’re looking for, it’s the ideal way to get the…
The first quarter of the year has passed already and we’re now well into 2018 with Friday Olive Extracts (FOE), bringing all the latest industry news and events to your Inbox every week. THE place to share olive industry news, event details and reminders, the weekly format introduced in 2017 has made our industry e-newsletter…
Agricultural tourism and working holidays are a big part of many farm operations, though naturally these activities pose a big risk of introducing or spreading diseases, pests and weeds. In the wake of a number of large agricultural events, many of which have featured displays, open days and property tours, Animal Health Australia and Plant…
Australian researchers found extra virgin olive oil to be the safest and most stable even when used at high temperatures, dispelling a common myth about cooking with olive oil. In case you missed our previous coverage … and because it’s great to see Australian myth-busting research getting global coverage.
Applications are open for the Governor of Victoria Export Awards, rewarding successful and innovative exporters. Open to all Victorian exporters, regardless of business size or total export sales, the awards provide recognition in local and international markets. More information here.
A free agribusiness-linked resource library is available from the Agribusiness Development Institute, which is also running some MLA and Queensland Government-subsided courses. More information here.
Horticultural Innovation Fund offers up to $50K for applied R&D projects that contribute to a more productive and profitable horticulture sector. Preference given to projects with some Victorian involvement. Deadline 30 June. More information here.
Tucked away in a corner of Witt’s New Plymouth campus is a garden producing autumn treasures – olives, figs and feijoas. There are more offerings in here, but it’s the Mediterranean fruit that’s captured the imagination of chef tutor Alex Dickie and four Level 3 cookery students.