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Producers are reminded that the Olives NZ Certification Program 2012 is now a ‘one-stop shop’ administered by the Executive Officer (EO). Samples can no longer be sent to AsureQuality or Plant and Food. Documentation, samples and payment go to the EO, who manages assessment (chemical and sensory) and provides qualification certificates which allow the use of the OliveMark. Certification documentation has been emailed to all members and can also be download here https://www.olivesnz.org.nz/members-news/certification/2012-certification-programme-and-documentation/ . The 55+ samples sent to date have all received positive results.
**Note: receipt of a submission by Olives NZ to receipt of results from DPI is generally 4-5 weeks, therefore 10 August is the last day for receipt of oils for certification to ensure entry into the 2012 ONZ Awards. There will also be no submissions sent to DPI from 17 August-10 September as the EO will be away.

World-renowned biological farming experts are coming to Australia this month to present at BFA’s annual farming roadshows, this year being held in Bundaberg (QLD), Bungendore (NSW) and Albury (NSW) from 19-23 July 2012. Participants will learn about the latest in biological farming techniques from US farmer, international soil health expert and author Gary Zimmer and respected researcher and author Leilani Zimmer-Durand. The one-day regional seminars will address issues specific to local farmers on how to improve soil health and increase productivity and profitability. Bookings are now open – more information and registrations https://www.bfa.com.au/Events/BFARoadshows.aspx

ABARES is delivering commodity forecasts, research and analysis directly to rural and regional Australia at the2012 series of one-day Regional Outlook conferences. Promoting industry productivity, community vitality and environmental sustainability, the 2012 conferences will balance national and regional perspectives; focus on the future; and emphasise agricultural, fisheries and forestry strategies that work in a context of economic volatility and climatic variability. Delegates from businesses, government, and the community will discuss industry trends, access forecasts and other information, make new contacts in their community and be exposed to new ideas while gaining an understanding of global issues that affect their region. Seven conferences held around Australia, starting with Berri on May 16. More information https://www.daff.gov.au/abares/conferences-events/regional-outlook