Latest Industry News

AOA Processing Webinars get technical
The COVID-forced move to an online format for 2021 has been welcomed with enthusiasm, with more than 60 producers attending the first of the AOA Processing Webinar series. An integral part of our industry’s continuing knowledge sharing program, the biennial AOA...
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Preventing olive product fraud
Noting the 2020 season in Australia was an ‘off’ crop year, it is not surprising that there is now a market shortage of both Australian EVOO and table olive products. Subsequently many Australian growers and marketers are seeking alternative suppliers in order to meet...
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2021 National Awards for Excellence nominations now open
It’s time to nominate for Hort Connection 2021's annual National Awards for Excellence, which will be presented during the Gala Dinner on Wednesday, 9 June. The awards recognise outstanding contributions to the Australian horticulture industry made by individuals and...
read moreShare your feedback on the OWI’s past and future work
The Olive Wellness Institute (OWI) is turning three in April, and they’re running a survey to celebrate! That’s not actually how they’re celebrating (although we all are, given the great work they’ve done over the past three years) but they are running a survey and...
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Strategic Investment Plan update process underway
The 2021-2026 Strategic Investment Plans (or SIPs) will provide the roadmaps to guide Hort Innovation’s investment of levies and Australian Government contributions, ensuring investment decisions are aligned with industry priorities. In 2021, Hort Innovation will...
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