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By Laura Thomas Australian farmers are being warned against complacency, as the annual fire danger season begins to heat up. The Australian and New Zealand Council for Fire and Emergency…
The first of the AOA’s Olive Industry Think Tank Workshops has been held, with WA growers enjoying a jam-packed afternoon of information, ideas and discussion around a range of industry…
A more prosperous and sustainable Australian horticulture industry starts with clear priorities and targeted action. Strengthening industry capability, improving farm productivity, generating domestic demand, enhancing biosecurity resilience and driving export…
It’s now time to be checking your groves for olive lace bug infestations. Dr Robert Spooner-Hart, the AOA’s Scientific Adviser on Sustainable Pest Management, has noted the emergence of young…
The results of the 2026 Australian International Olive Awards (AIOA) have been announced, proving the value of the Australian industry’s commitment to high-quality production. Despite a challenging year on many…
Australian-Grown Innovation is running FREE Engage workshops across Australia and online this October and November, and you’re invited to join them to learn about the practical process of innovation. The…
An “off year,” challenging seasonal conditions and rising operating costs failed to dampen the quality of extra virgin olive oils, flavoured oils and table olives entered for judging in the…
By Laura Thomas A review into controversial changes proposed for Australia’s Health Star Rating system is continuing, after hundreds of submissions were received during the recent public consultation process. More…
By Laura Thomas A new Xylella outbreak in one of the world’s oldest olive-producing nations has prompted a timely biosecurity warning for Australian growers. Late last week, Italian authorities confirmed…
By Laura Thomas Enforced food laws, tailored water allocation and increased R&D investment are the Australian olive industry’s key priorities for government, as food security challenges threaten the nation’s food…