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The postponed Olives NSW CoP workshop will be held from 9am to 12 noon on Wednesday 21st April at the Riverine Club Wagga.
Read MoreThe NSW Northern Olive Oil Show will be judged in Tamworth on July 31 with a presentation of prizes to be held that evening at a time/venue to be advised.
Read MoreAustralian Organic has appointed Paul Stadhams to the position of CEO. Paul has a background in the agriculture and food processing sectors and was most recently a state administration and…
Read MoreThe Australian Olive Oil Sensory Panel at Wagga Wagga has been awarded the highest possible score for sensory analysis of olive oil by the International Olive Council, the governing body…
Read MoreWhat is the Olive Levy? Levy is payable on olives that are produced in Australia (Olive levy) and either sold by the producer (domestically or for export) or used by…
Read MoreRegistrations are now open for the ABARES Burnie Regional Outlook conference on Wednesday 26 September 2012. The conference program is tailored to the region, including commodity forecasts and discussion on industry trends. It’s a chance to access information, make new contacts in the community and gain an understanding of global issues affecting the region. A mix of local and ABARES speakers will run sessions on Global economy – local impacts, Expanding the North West – productivity and markets, Adapting to a changing environment and a closing panel discussion on Skills, training and careers for young regional Australians. Here panellists and delegates will explore topics such as demographic shifts, regional development, future producers, labour and skills, future industries, new technologies and social media. The conference will be held at The Point and the cost is $98 (inc GST). For bookings email: [email protected] or go online here https://www.daff.gov.au/abares/regional.
Read MoreProducers wanting to learn about organic farming can now do so for a fraction of the cost. Biological Farmers of Australia, BFA, is subsidising the cost of the Diploma in Agriculture (Organic Production) organic farming course for 55 students. The 18-month long curriculum is focused on developing plans to change or develop systems towards organic, and is offered through TAFE NSW Riverina Institute via correspondence. Students are linked with a mentor in their region to help them. A $400,000 grant from the National Workforce Development Fund means students only pay a third of course costs. For more information contact Rob Fenton on 0408 227 624 or [email protected].
Read MoreThe NSW DPI testing laboratory and the Wagga Wagga Extra Virgin Sensory Panel have received accreditation from the IOC for 2009-2010.
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