Nov 10, 2017 | Australia, Awards, Events, General Olive News
After a number of turbulent years thanks to low prices and sub-economic production, the Australian olive industry is well on its way to bouncing back. 2017 has brought a number of accolades for Australian producers, with more than 40 gold medals awarded to local extra...
Nov 10, 2017 | Australia, Awards, Competitions, General Olive News
It’s clear Tasmania produces quality olive oil, with growers collecting 20 medals at the annual Australian Olive Association awards. Tasmanian Olive Council president Christine Mann, from award-winning Glendale Olives at White Hills, said the state had 21 entries and...
Nov 10, 2017 | Australia, Awards, Competitions, Events, General Olive News
Grindelwald’s good soil and climate were contributing factors to Village Olive Grove producing the state’s best olive oil. Recognised at the Australian International Olive Awards with a gold medal and trophy for best extra virgin olive oil in Tasmania, Village Olive...
Nov 10, 2017 | Australia, Awards, Competitions, General Olive News
Lovers of fine food don’t have to go any further than Forbes to get the best olives. Locally grown and bottled Gibson’s Grove olives have again claimed honours at the Sydney Royal Fine Food Show, this year bringing home the title of Champion Olive. More great regional...
Oct 27, 2017 | Awards, EVOO, NZ
Congratulations go to Wairarapa’s Loopline Olives on taking the coveted Best in Show award for the second time. Akaroa producer Robinsons Bay was named Reserve Best in Show, just pipped for the top award by half a point, while The Olive Press was awarded the Best...
Oct 27, 2017 | Australia, Awards, Competitions
There’s just two weeks left to apply for the 2018 AgriFutures™ Rural Women’s Award. Emerging female leaders from across the country are encouraged to apply for the Award, which is open to women wanting to innovate and make a difference, or contribute to enhancing the...