Apr 27, 2017 | Diet/Food, General Olive News, International News/Trends, Olives and Health
University of Louisiana researchers are working to develop treatments for cancer and Alzheimer’s from a compound found in extra virgin olive oil. Dr Amal Kaddoumi’s research at ULM focuses on Alzheimer’s, and Dr Khalid El Sayed is researching cancer. El Sayed says in...
Apr 27, 2017 | Events, General Olive News, NZ, Olive business, Uncategorised
KPMG’s Julia Jones says targeting premium diets overseas is the way to grow New Zealand’s food economy. New Zealand food producers need to narrow their focus to the “five-star hotel” market if they want to grow their business. That was the...
Apr 27, 2017 | Events, General Olive News, NZ, Olive business
The March round of Focus Grove Field Days was well attended by more than 100 Olives NZ members, including many new members and those from other regions. A new report is available on the website for those members unable to attend, along with an Interim Project Report...
Apr 20, 2017 | Environment, General Olive News, International News/Trends
Despite a recent eruptive episode, Mount Etna’s effusive activity was never a threat for people living on its slopes and contributed over the ages to the development of olive tree cultivation. Mount Etna, Sicily’s Gentle Giant That Nourishes Olive Trees...
Apr 20, 2017 | General Olive News, International News/Trends
Greek expat hopes his photo archive will help raise awareness about the value of the centuries-old trees in Laconia region.
Apr 20, 2017 | Australia, General Olive News, Olive business, Suppliers & Announcements
Applications are open for the $5m Leadership in Agricultural Industries Fund, to develop leadership capacity and capability within peak industry representative bodies. Consortiums can apply. The grants can be used to fund activities such as professional development,...