May 21, 2014 | Labelling, NZ, Olive Oil News
A political push for country of origin food labelling is growing, with Labour moving to make it part of new food legislation. Labour food safety spokesperson Damien O’Connor is proposing an amendment to include compulsory labelling in the Food Bill which has...
May 2, 2014 | NZ, Olive Oil News
A University of Auckland research team has found that people who eat both fruit and vegetables will have the best protection against common pancreatic diseases.
May 2, 2014 | NZ, Olive Oil News, Olive Oil Shows
With a great track record at the LA International EVOO Competition, but tight time frames for entry, it’s a bonus for NZ producers to have extra time in hand. Olives NZ has once again negotiated with the organiser that, provided members submit their entry and payment...
May 2, 2014 | NZ, Olive Oil News, Olive Oil Shows
Martinborough producer D’Arc Grove was awarded a gold medal at the recent Olive Japan 2014 competition, run by the Olive Oil Sommelier Association of Japan. Only 149 golds were awarded out of 400 registrations and D’Arc Grove Blend was New Zealand’s only winner – an...
Apr 23, 2014 | EVOO, NZ, Olive Oil News
New Zealand entries have traditionally performed very well at the LA International EVOO Competition, however many producers find the relatively early timing of the event difficult – entries close on 3 July, with judging on 17-18 July. Olives NZ has therefore...
Apr 23, 2014 | EVOO, NZ, Olive Oil News
Trees dripping with olives are begging for an early harvest, and that means a hefty workload for growers who also have grapes to pick. Sunny weather and light showers have resulted in bumper crops and two months of intense activity. Growers usually have a break...
