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By Laura Thomas Bushfire-affected olive growers are being urged to seek industry support, following a bleak start to the 2026 season. It’s been a harrowing week for many growers thanks…
Have you shared your priorities for future olive fund R&D expenditure? If not, there’s still time to add your input to the process. The Olive Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) is…
The arduous task of protecting crops from bird damage is set to transform, with drones leading the charge. A new project funded by Hort Innovation will develop and commercialise a…
We know the olive is an incredible fruit, with myriad health benefits, and a new blog posted by the Olive Wellness Institute provides more great evidence as to why olive products…
Energy is now one of the biggest inputs in Australian olive production. From irrigation to processing to storage, every kilowatt effects your margin and competitiveness. Clean energy production provides ways…
As we head into 2026, a new webinar recording takes a deep drive into how Australians are shopping, spending and making choices around fresh produce and nuts. Presented in December…
By Laura Thomas Australian farmers are cautiously optimistic for the year ahead, according to latest industry data. A ”stable outlook and stronger appetite for investment” is touted for 2026, as…
By Laura Thomas It’s been another productive year for the Australian Olive Association, as it works to shape a positive future for the country’s burgeoning olive industry. As the national…
Shared learning and improved practices are what the annual AOA National Olive Industry Conference & Trade Exhibition is all about, providing an opportunity for producers and experts to get together…
The Olive Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) is the roadmap that guides Hort Innovation’s oversight and management of the olive industry’s investment programs, laying the foundation for decision-making in investments. The…