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Confirmed: tree is as old as it looks
Edin Buzuku knew his olive tree was old. Now, with the help of scientists from Istanbul Forestry University, he knows how old: 1314 years. The ancient tree stands within Buzuku’s family grove in the seafront city of Ulcinj in Montenegro.
Three new Associate Savantes recognised
Following the Savantes programs in New York and Minneapolis in February-March 2015, the organisation welcomed and congratulated three tasters who have been recognised as Associate Savantes. They are: Hayley Stevens Miller of Saratoga Springs, New York, USA, Marjan...
Confusing food labels are named and shamed on Twitter
A Spanish consumer rights group has launched a naming and shaming Twitter campaign after it found one third of consumers surveyed has bought the wrong product due to confusing food labels.
Farmers set to benefit from budget
Riverina farmers are among this year’s budget’s big winners, with $300 million in drought relief and big tax breaks for fencing and water retention facilities announced on Tuesday night. Farmers will be able to claim an immediate deduction on the bill for new fencing...
Small-batch processors register: still time to add your details
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 utilize their services. The FOE and Olivegrower team regularly have enquiries from people...