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National Plant Biosecurity Status Report 2019

Stainless Steel Olive Oil Containers / Fusti

Australian Olive Oil Association

COSPAK

Gallard Services - Contract Olive Tree & Grove Maintenance

Growise - Advanced Biological and Microbial Soil Health and Plant Growth Solutions

Rio Vista Olives

JMA Engineering ~ Stainless Steel Storage Tanks

Olive Grove and Vineyard Removal and Re-Working

Mechanical Olive Harvesting Contractor

Linde Forklift - Hire & Sales

Cosme-Australia Stainless Steel Fabrications

News

Survey on the Australian Olive Industry Reveals a Striving Industry in Need of a New Focus

A groundbreaking independent survey on the Australian olive industry was recently conducted by The Olive Centre (TOC), a leading supplier of equipment and machinery, events, and professional advice to the olive industry in Australia.

Feral Deer 'Cultivating' Olive Trees in Adelaide Hills as the Pest Plant Strangles Native Vegetation

Conservationists say feral deer are "cultivating" the growth of olive trees in the Adelaide Hills, prompting a warning from the Country Fire Service (CFS) about the fire danger posed by the highly combustible pest plant.

EU Olive Oil Production Expected to Hit 5 Year High

Olive oil production is expected to rebound in the European Union in the 2020-21 crop year, reaching 2.3 million tons, according to a short-term agri-food outlook report published by the EU.

China's Appetite for Olive Oil Slowly Growing as Eating Habits Change

Growing olive trees began in the country on a large scale in the 1960s, but China lacks the favorable climate conditions to allow groves to flourish

Traceability Program to Build Trust in Australia’s Food Supply Chains

Australia’s food safety systems will be strengthened by the delivery of a new national implementation program to help track and trace food products from farm to fork in domestic and export markets.

Trade Group Petitions FDA for Olive Oil Standard of Identity

The North American Olive Oil Association (NAOOA), a trade group, has filed a citizen petition with the United States Food and Drug Administration asking the agency to create a standard of identity (SOI) for olive oil and olive-pomace oils.

Australian Representative Appointed to New International Industry Organisation ~ Women in Olive Oil

Amanda Bailey, managing director of The Olive Centre and chief executive of the Queensland Olive Council, has been appointed the Australian Leader for Women in Olive Oil, an international organisation for women in the olive oil industry.

Xylella Update: Spread Continues in Southern Italy Amid Calls for Swift Action

With the bacteria spreading beyond predictability, an evolving patchwork of strategies aim to identify and contain outbreaks.

EIP-AGRI Focus Group Pests and Diseases of the Olive Tree: Final report

EU report on olive tree pathogens and parasites affecting and threatening olive production, and the principles farmers are using to protect their olive groves.

European Geographical Indicators Valued at More Than $80 Billion

A study from the European Commission found that extra virgin olive oils make up US$326 million of the total value of European geographical indicators. PDO and PGI oils from Spain and Italy account for nearly 40 percent of that amount.

Active and Intelligent Packaging = Longer Shelf Life

Discover two types of smart packaging that are increasing shelf life and communicating directly to consumers - intelligent and active packaging.

Doubling Olive Yields Possible — Research

New Zealand olive yields can be more than doubled by using fruit tree management techniques instead of more traditional methods.

Consumers Reject EVOO Bitterness, Study Finds

Most consumers do not like bitterness in their extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), and they perceive the intensity of that taste much more than experts do, according to a new study.

Australian Consumers are Increasingly Demanding with the EVOO They Buy

The consumption of olive oil has increased in the last 20 years in Australia mainly due to the increasing popularity of Mediterranean cuisine and the the health benefits of this product, which is present in approximately 65% of households.

Australian Producers Making Do Despite Bush Fires, Record Drought

In spite of a record drought and devastating bush fires, some large Australian producers are expecting close to an average production and high-quality oils in 2020.

Navigating the Changing World

More than 45 years ago, GS1 triggered the product identification digital revolution through the barcode. Today, it has the tools to support the value chain trends of tomorrow.

Obsessed with Olive Oil

Interview with Fil Bucchino on his film about EVOO and the passionate artisans that bring it to your table.

Where the World's Olives Live Side by Side

From a distance, this olive grove on the outskirts of Córdoba looks just like any other field. But it is home for more than 1,000 olive cultivars from 29 countries, from Iran to the Americas, passing through all of the Mediterranean Basin.

Drought, Not Fire, Remains the Bane of Australian Olive Growers

Australia's olive growers have mostly been spared from the wildfires that have been ravaging the country. Persistent drought, however, continues to cause concern.

New Chemical Approach to Compromised EVOO

UC Davis researchers have developed a more rapid and cost-effective process to determine the reliability of a product bottled with an extra virgin olive oil label.

Conference on Xylella fastidiosa 2019 : Presentations & Proceedings

Around 350 plant health specialists from around the world gathered in Corsica for two days of intensive discussions on how science can help find solutions to Xylella fastidiosa - here are their presentations.

2019-20 Californian Olive Oil Harvest Looking Strong Compared to Dismal 2018-19 Crop

After a grim 2018-19 harvest due to poor weather, the 2019-20 olive oil crop in California is expected to match the ‘bumper’ harvest of 2017-18, says the California Olive Oil Council.

Geographical Indications for Food, Wine & Spirit Drinks in EU Now Available on New Public Database

Launched in April 2019, the public database 'eAmbrosia - the EU Geographical Indications registers' now includes geographical indications (GI) for agri-food products, wine and spirit drinks registered and protected in the European Union.

EVOO is Health: The 20 Discoveries made in 2019 about the Health Benefits of EVOO

An overview of major research projects published throughout 2019 finding that extra virgin olive oil is a powerful ally for good health.

New Zealand Growers More than Double Olive Production with New Techniques

Olive growers have more than doubled production after trials using new techniques, which could see the local share of the olive oil market grow to 20 percent.

Olive Oil Quality & Authenticity: Current EU Legislation, Standards, Methods of Analyses

A review of current EU legislation, standards, relevant methods of analyses, their drawbacks and recommendations for the future. Normative and standard sources for olive oil quality and purity: a global framework.

Overview of Olive Oil Production in the European Union

The European Union is the leading producer, consumer and exporter of olive oil. Since 2013, on average the EU produced 68.4%, consumed 54.2% and exported 66.9% of the world’s olive oil.

Brands Come Alive with AR Packaging

Every product manager is fighting the war-on-the-shelf these days and packaging is an extremely important aspect of retailing.

The Sustainability of Olive Orchard Planting Management for Different Harvesting Techniques

Olive harvesting methods were assessed to identify the more sustainable solutions.

Potential of Olive Oil Tourism in Promoting Local Quality Food Products

Oleotourism offers activities based on olive groves, their history, olives and olive oil.

Featured Listings

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Magill, SA

Short Wave Infrared heats objects and people, is 100% safe and a natural way to provide comfort without heating the air - much more energy efficient.

Mechanical Olive Harvesting Contractor

Renmark, SA

Mechanical Olive Harvester, Tree Shaker, Umbrella Harvester, SICMA F3(Machine) Catchment Facility, Fork Lift, Truck, Transport, Kalamata Olive Fruit Buyer.

COSPAK

Wingfield, SA

COSPAK is a manufacturer, importer and distributor of quality products in glass, metal, paper and flexible packaging solutions.

Cosme-Australia Stainless Steel Fabrications

Griffith, NSW

Stainless Steel Fabrications for all olive tanks and accessories.

Gallard Services - Contract Olive Tree & Grove Maintenance

Glossop, SA

Gallard Services offer pruning, hedging, mulching, spraying, skirting, GPS ground & soil preparation, orchard removal and pruning.

Rio Vista Olives

Mount Torrens, SA

Rio Vista Olives grow, harvest, process and produce premium extra virgin olive oil and table olives.

JMA Engineering ~ Stainless Steel Storage Tanks

Berri, SA

JMA Engineering specialises in engineering design, construction, manufacture and supply of stainless steel olive oil and liquid storage vessels.

Growise - Advanced Biological and Microbial Soil Health and Plant Growth Solutions

Osborne Park, WA

Growise is a progressive enterprise dedicated to providing proven and effective biological and microbial soil health and plant growth solutions.

Wildeye ~ Soil Moisture Monitoring

National, NAT

Wildeye gives you a simple way to see what’s happening beneath the surface without getting your hands dirty.

Australian Olive Oil Association

Carlton, VIC

Our aim is to promote consumer education, international quality standards and fair competition in the Australian olive oil industry.

Olive Grove and Vineyard Removal and Re-Working

Wangaratta, VIC

Are you looking to replant with better varieties, or simply want to go back to bare ground to start again?

Linde Forklift - Hire & Sales

Wingfield, SA

Linde Material Handling is a major participant in Australia's material handling equipment industry.

Research & Snippets

Official Journal of the International Olive Oil Council ~ OLIVAE

Packaging That Meets Shelf-Life Goals

Natural Molecules for Healthy Lifestyles: Oleocanthal from Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Health Effects of Olive Oil: From Lamp Oil to Kitchen Staple