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By Lisa Rowntree It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Peter O’Clery, a long-standing contributor to the Australian olive industry and a valued member of our…
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Image: Gidge Springs, WA. By Laura Thomas Time is fast running out to enter your quality oils and table olives in the nation’s peak industry awards. Entries are now being…
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Ongoing quality improvement is one of the aims of the Olive Levy Strategic Investment Plan, which guides the industry’s R&D priorities. The resulting activities have seen the development of production…
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National Biosecurity Week (NBW) returns this August, shining a spotlight on the vital role biosecurity plays in protecting our environment, food supply, economy, and way of life. This year’s NBW…
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“It was great having the exhibitors here: it’s so much better to talk in person.” When it comes to sharing information, Australian olive producers love getting together and talking face-to-face.…
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Hort Innovation has opened applications for two new non-executive director positions on its Board. In line with the company’s constitution, two of the current nine sitting Directors must retire due…
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(NSW DPIRD Biosecurity Collection, specimen ASCTHE027696). Photo: Pia Scanlon, WA DPIRD. A new National Diagnostic Protocol (#NDP54) for Meadow Spittlebug (Philaenus spumarius) has been developed and endorsed for use in…
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By Laura Thomas Above average rainfall is predicted for much of mainland Australia over the coming months, as soaking rains begin to provide drought relief for farmers. The Bureau of…
Read MoreThis article first appeared in Olive Growers Victoria’s newsletter. By: Dr. Paul H. Mason, Research Fellow/Sessional Lecturer, School of Natural Sciences/School of Social Sciences, Macquarie University, NSW If you grow olives, you already know…
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By Laura Thomas Consumer and investor interest in Australian olives is continuing to grow, as the industry goes from strength to strength. It’s been a good year for olive producers,…
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