Feb 23, 2017 | Australia, Diet/Food, Research
Just as the rich nutrition in the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) enhances physical health, so it boosts mental health. A small but striking Australian study links it to alleviating depression. Med Diet Linked to Relief from Depression...
Feb 23, 2017 | Australia, Marketing, Olive business
A north East olive producer is dishing up a fresh take on a popular drop. Gooramadda Olives will soon launch its Frock – A Dress For A Salad range. The shake-and-pour bottles of flavoured oils comprised Hot, Exotic, Little Black, Beach and Vintage. Co-owner Melanie...
Feb 23, 2017 | Australia, Labelling, Marketing, Olive business
With counterfeiting and quality issues a constant problem for Australian food brands, some experts believe that provenance branding is the key to safeguarding quality. Provenance Branding Seen as Key to Protecting Australian Olive Oil Exports...
Feb 23, 2017 | Australia, Olive business, Olive Oil News
It might be the saddest quote you read today: “Olive oil is becoming a luxury.” This Sydney Morning Herald article also has a great little video featuring Boundary Bend’s Rob McGavin.
Feb 16, 2017 | Australia, Courses/Education, Olive business
On Saturday, 4 March Longridge Olives will open their doors to growers wanting to learn more about the SHD growing system on a free study tour presented by the AOA, and supported by the SA Murray-Darling Basin and Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges NRM Boards. Details...
Feb 16, 2017 | Australia, Awards, Olive business, Uncategorised
Creating a new olive oil co-operative in the Adelaide Hills to better target export markets is rural award finalist Bridget Ransome’s plan for the upcoming year. The economic development officer with Mount Barker District Council said local growers were...