Aug 3, 2015 | NZ, Olive business
Ryan Media and Olives NZ are providing a special offer to Olives NZ members, with the latest 2015 Olive Industry Directory available at half price – less than $20 including postage. Click here for more information
Jul 21, 2015 | International News/Trends, Olive business
The cash economy emerging after the closure of Greece’s banks is beginning to paralyze the country’s vital olive oil industry as farmers demand cash for supplies that distributors are unable to pay. With the country’s lenders at risk of default,...
Jul 21, 2015 | Australia, Competitions, EVOO, Olive business
Entries are now open for the 2015 Australian National EVOO & Table Olive Competitions. More information and downloadable entry forms are available on the AOA’s website here, under the “Events” section.
Jul 21, 2015 | Australia, Olive business, Surveys
Thanks to all the small-batch processors who have contacted us with their details; they’re now on our register, which we reference to connect processors with people wanting to utilise their services. The FOE and Olivegrower team have had a number of enquiries this...
Jul 21, 2015 | International News/Trends, Olive business, Olive Oil News
Greek’s agriculture sector was already facing a challenging 2015 before the economic turmoil this week, but now there’s fear the uncertainty could disrupt the food and wine trade. “There’s a lot of speculation and even more tension,” said...
Jul 21, 2015 | International News/Trends, Olive business
It is a vital element of Greece’s agricultural economy, but now the flow of olive oil has begun to slow as farmers are refusing to part with their product unless their distributors pay them in cash.