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Horticultural Innovation Fund offers up to $50K for applied R&D projects that contribute to a more productive and profitable horticulture sector. Preference given to projects with some Victorian involvement. Deadline 30…
Read MoreTucked away in a corner of Witt’s New Plymouth campus is a garden producing autumn treasures – olives, figs and feijoas. There are more offerings in here, but it’s the…
Read MoreThe 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,…
Read MoreThe 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…
Read More07-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.
Read MoreCountless studies have proved the health benefits of olive oil. Why are we consuming less today than we did 14 years ago?
Read MoreFrance’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.
Read More08-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…
Read MoreBy: 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…
Read MoreThe 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…
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