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The 2018 ONZ Conference will be held at the Copthorne Solway Park, Masterton on Saturday, 13 October. The program will include presentations on the Focus Grove Project by Stuart Tustin, Factors affecting the Longevity of EVOO by Pablo Canamasas, Olive Growing in Argentina by Esteban Santipolio and a summary of the Consumer Research Survey. The…
The Ministry for Primary Industries has begun consultation on whether New Zealand should have a new organic regulation. Public submissions can be made until 5pm on 11 June 2018. Find further information regarding the proposal, dates and locations for public meetings, and how to make a submission, here.
07-May-2018 By Joseph James Whitworth The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a public consultation on draft guidelines for intake of saturated fats and trans-fats.
Countless studies have proved the health benefits of olive oil. Why are we consuming less today than we did 14 years ago?
France’s Avril has purchased a majority stake in Italian olive oil maker Costa d’Oro, making it the third largest producer in the fast-developing market, the oilseed group said on Tuesday.
08-May-2018 By Katy Askew Fermentation is making a ‘comeback’ in western markets, with growing demand supported by consumer perceptions of it as a ‘natural’ and ‘healthy’ food preservation method. Let’s hope that includes delicious naturally-fermented olives!
By: Dr David Katz My wife and I are recently back from co-hosting an Oldways-sponsored culinary travel adventure through Sicily. We ate, we drank, we toured, we made friends, we saw the dual beauties of nature and ancient civilization, and then – inevitably – we ate and drank some more. The trip and the cuisine…
The value of olive oil exports has increased by 180%, from the beginning of the export season from 1 November 2017 to 30 April 2018, posting a 12% increase in the average export price, compared to the same period last year, the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources and Fisheries said in a statement on Thursday,…
Recent research conducted by the Modern Olives Laboratory confirms that Australian EVOO is the safest and most stable oil to cook with. Canola oil, grapeseed oil and rice bran oil, were found to be the least stable and produced the highest level of polar compounds when heated. Key findings include: smoke point does not predict…
When it comes to gift ideas for new mums, it’s easy to go down the flowers and booties track, but what if you could give her a gift that keeps on giving? Australian Extra Virgin Olive Oil – or AEVOO as we like to call it – is the perfect natural, healthy, multi-purpose gift, especially…