Effective pest and disease management in olive orchards depends on more than simply selecting the correct pesticide. Accurate application is critical. Proper set-up and calibration of spray equipment ensures that chemicals are applied at the correct rate per hectare, in accordance with label requirements, while maximising spray efficacy and minimising waste.

Effective ant management supports biological control of black scale in olive groves. Learn how Distance® PLUS Ant Bait using pyriproxyfen IGR technology fits within Integrated Pest and Disease Management programs.

Food Ministers have asked FSANZ to develop a proposal to mandate the Health Star Rating system in Australia and New Zealand, potentially reshaping front-of-pack labelling requirements across the food sector.

Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is highly perishable - unlike wine, it does not improve with age. In fact, a three-year scientific study confirmed that heat, air (oxygen), light, and time are EVOO’s worst enemies, causing rapid oxidation, rancidity, and loss of antioxidants if oils are not properly stored. These four factors are often summarised by the acronym H.A.L.T. (Heat, Air, Light, Time). Producers and commercial olive oil brands must ....

India’s olive oil market is small but rapidly growing, with rising health awareness, premiumisation and tariff reductions under the Australia-India ECTA creating new opportunities for Australian extra virgin olive oil exporters.

The 37th International Course for Professional Olive Oil Tasters concluded successfully in Italy, bringing together global participants and showcasing Australian olive oils alongside leading international producers.

New industry data forecasts steady growth in Australia’s olive oil market, with value expected to rise from USD 440.6 million in 2025 to USD 638.5 million by 2034, driven by...

Labeling your olive oil bottles isn’t just a legal formality - it’s a key marketing tool that communicates quality and builds consumer trust. Professional Australian olive growers should view the bottle label as valuable real estate... every element, from the product name to the nutrition panel, can inform customers and differentiate your brand. This article provides expert tips on compliant olive oil labeling according to Food Standards Austral

Toro has discontinued its Waterbird irrigation sprinklers, prompting olive growers to reassess under-tree irrigation systems and consider modern alternatives including micro-sprinklers and drip irrigation. What are the alternatives?

The Codex Committee on Fats and Oils is meeting in Kuala Lumpur to discuss international standards affecting edible oils, with olive oil representation actively defended by the Spanish delegation during CCFO29.