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The AOA’s Olive Industry Think Tank Workshops are all systems go, with the first two events scheduled for early-mid October. The state-based events are replacing the AOA National Olive Conference…
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has updated its 2026-2030 reconsideration priorities, which means more chemicals are now flagged for closer review over the next few years. The…
A new technology aims to give growers pinpoint accuracy when applying fertiliser, which could bring down costs, increase efficiencies and enable better decisions within tight seasonal windows. Hort Innovation has…
Artificial intelligence is developing rapidly, but what can it actually look like when applied to the day-to-day management of an orchard? Presented by strategic foresight and AI consultant Sami Mäkeläinen, this…
Biosecurity is an important area of levy R&D activity and there’s a new, important message for us all: with H5 bird flu detections now increasing across Australia, we all need…
The Australian Olive Association urges consumers to choose oils carrying the Certified Australian Extra Virgin Olive Oil® logo after recent retail testing highlights quality failures in many of the imported oils. There…
By Laura Thomas Firm quality standards and industry collaboration are more important than ever for Australian olives as food security challenges threaten agriculture worldwide, an industry leader has warned. Australia…
By Laura Thomas A deepening mental health crisis is affecting Australian agriculture. Challenges associated with rising farm costs, natural disaster and ongoing global tension is piling the pressure on farmers…
By Laura Thomas Grove biosecurity is more important than ever, as demand for premium Australian olives and the industry’s reputation for quality continue to grow. Strong national biosecurity ensures high-quality…
By Laura Thomas Australian country shows have long been a feature on regional calendars everywhere, an annual celebration of rural agriculture, industry and way of life. Nowadays, these traditional country…