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Pesatronic Can Filling 15kgs

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Pesatronic Can Filling machine
-up to 15kgs.

The Pestronic filling machines are fitted with a pump and rubber impeller that withdraws the product from the storage tank and sends it to the filling valve.

They are fitted with Electronic weighing scales and once the tare and quantity-in-Kilograms to be delivered have been set, they continuously process cans up to 15kg.

These machines are available in different configurations & prices between these configurations may vary.

The Pesatronic filling machines can be fitted (options) with a 20 x 20 Plate filter and a Speedy oil filling machine with 2 or 4 spouts.

Delivery charges apply.

From Grove to Gold: Your 2025 Roadmap to the Best Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Competitions

OLIVE OIL COMPETITIONS

From Grove to Gold:  Your 2025 Roadmap to the Best Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Competitions

Producing a truly memorable extra-virgin olive oil is only half the story; the other half is placing it in front of the right judges, at the right time, to earn the medals and credibility that open doors to retailers, chefs, export and domestic buyers. Yet with more than two dozen serious competitions now dotting the calendar... from local shows and boutique regional awards to global flagship competitions like NYIOOC and the IOC’s Mario Solinas.... choosing where (and when) to enter can feel complex and confusing. 

To cut through the clutter, The Olive Centre has compiled a comprehensive guide that distils the 2025 competition landscape into a practical roadmap. You’ll discover which Australian and New Zealand shows can provide some of the best technical feedback.  Which Southern-Hemisphere internationals dovetail with our harvest window, and which global contests deliver the biggest marketing bang for your entry fee? Whether you’re a boutique producer chasing your first medal, benchmark or an established grove looking to bolster export credentials, the list below will help you turn fresh, green fruit into gold-stamped accolades.

Australian & New Zealand Competitions

May of these competitions will take Interstate entries in different classes

National

  • Australian International Olive Awards (AIOA) – national IOC-recognised judging; lab chemistry sheet with every entry. Up to $390 per entry and less for members.  https://internationaloliveawardsaustralia.com.au
  • Golden Olive Awards (Australian Golden Olive) – In 2025, the 27th Golden Olive Awards will be held - great first-timer venue; free FFA/PV testing. Up to $290 per entry or less for members.  https://australianoliveawards.com.au
  • New Zealand Extra Virgin Olive Oil Awards – ideal for trans-Tasman exporters. Need to be a member to access the competition https://www.olivesnz.org.nz/awards/

State

Regional

International Competitions

Image credit: EVO IOC Judging panel.

Guides

Chefs

Key Take-Aways

  • Medals are only the start. The real prize is the taste descriptor, lab data, sensory notes and publicity that build trust with retailers, chefs and overseas buyers.
  • Create Benchmarks Enter one Australian or NZ show within a close timeframe of harvest (AIOA, Sydney Royal, Perth Royal, etc.) to fine-tune quality while the oil is fresh.
  • Leverage Southern-Hemisphere timing. Aim for Sol d’Oro SH, Mario Solinas SH, Armonia SH or the new Olio Nuovo Days SH to compete when northern oils aren’t yet on the circuit.
  • Choose one global flagship for brand lift. NYIOOC, LA, Athena, London, EVO IOOC, TerraOlivo or EVOOLEUM each deliver international press and market seals... pick the one that aligns with your target buyers (and budget).
  • Do the maths. Domestic entries cost ~A $39–250; premiere internationals run US $400–600 plus freight - plan for at least two shows in your annual marketing budget.
  • Ship it right. Filter, lab-test, bottle within six weeks of dispatch, use insulated packs and keep spare bottles ready for re-runs.

Bottom Line

Pair one domestic show (for technical validation) with one Southern-Hemisphere and, if export-minded, one big global contest. With a tight competition calendar and disciplined prep, you’ll turn fresh extra virgin olive oil into gold-stamped traction for the 2025 season, and beyond, to stepping into building your brand.

Happy competing, and may your freshest olive oil translate into a glittering haul of gold in 2025!

OWA_2025_Entry_Form_editable.01.pdf OWA_Conditions_of_Entry_2025.pdf

Global Olive Oil Prices Soar to Record Highs in 2023 Amid Spain’s Severe Drought Crisis

The global olive oil market has entered unprecedented territory. In 2023, Spain’s severe drought has crippled the world’s largest producer, driving olive oil prices to record highs and reshaping global supply chains. As European consumers face steep costs, Australian producers are experiencing strong demand and record export returns. This article examines the climatic and economic forces behind this crisis.
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Seed Oils vs Extra Virgin Olive Oil: What the Science Says

An evidence-based comparison shows extra virgin olive oil is more stable, less processed and richer in beneficial compounds than most seed oils.
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