A rural Industries Research Development Corporation study has shown that olive growers can reduce their irrigation without sacrificing yield.
The study also suggests the characteristics of the olives are not affected by reducing water volumes.
The study, Olive Crop Management for Optimal Sensory and Chemical Quality Project, was carried out over four years at a large [...]
By Kim Woods,
Harvest, which began in mid-April, is wrapping up after severe frosts last week.
Wagga Wagga, in NSW, is home to about 55,000 trees owned by investment companies and small growers.
The Riverina Olive Growers Association has 45 active members picking fruit from up to 30,000 trees.
Association secretary Vici Murdoch said unseasonal heat and rain had [...]
By Julie R. Johnson,
Officials are scratching their heads as to why this year’s olive crop is the pits. “The crop looked really good early on,” said Doug Compton, assistant commissioner of the Tehama County Agriculture Department. “But then we began hearing reports of poor fruit set from olive growers.”
Across the state, Tehama County appears to [...]
By Rob Rogers,
Photo Frankie Frost,
Publishing heiress Nan McEvoy hopes a once-controversial 98-foot-tall windmill on her northern Marin ranch will become an inspiration for farmers and others interested in leaving fossil fuels behind.
“I know there is nothing my mother is prouder of,” said Nion McEvoy, who spoke on his mother’s behalf during a dedication ceremony at [...]
The waste obtained from olive during the oil extraction process can be used to eliminate heavy metals from sewage or waste waters of productive activities.
Olive pits, pomace and remains (from olive tree pruning) present an outstanding capacity to retain the lead present in this water, which confirms their capacity as biosorbents for their application in [...]
Take part in one of the top flavor-discovery experiences of the year, Beyond Extra Virgin 2009: An International Conference on Excellence in Olive Oil.
This unique event, scheduled for June 21 to 23, will be held at the University of California at Davis and the California campus of The Culinary Institute of America.
Conference highlights include extensive [...]
By Nadia Brandon,
Olive leaf extract has been widely used, is considered safe, and is well researched. However, as with all herbal medicines, caution should still be exercised when using any herb as part of a treatment or nutritional plan.
The following information should not substitute for medical advice or conventional medical treatments. Before taking any [...]
Italian investors are keen to invest in olive oil production in Pakistan, said Italian Ambassador Vincenzo Prati while addressing the National Conference on “Olive oil Production in Pakistan: result and way forward” at Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR) on Wednesday.
He said there was a dire need to establish interaction between chambers [...]
By Amanda Gold,
Purchasing olive oil these days can be a dizzying feat. Is it best to go for the more traditional Italian stuff? A particular varietal? Fruity or peppery? Mild? Robust?
According to local chef and author Fran Gage, however, keeping it local – or at least domestic – isn’t a bad idea. In her [...]
By Sandra Godwin,
ONE of the world’s biggest single-site olive groves opened the gates to visitors last week to celebrate being named Olive Grower of the Year.
Timbercorp’s 2777ha grove at Boort, managed by Boundary Bend Estate, was recognised by the Australian Olive Association for pioneering the production of quality olive oil on a large [...]
The 3rd edition of the largest Greek festival dedicated to olive oil and olives will take place in the Peace and Friendship Stadium in Piraeus near Athens between April 10 and 12.
The Olive Oil and Olives Festival serves as both a meeting point for those involved in the whole production process, as well as a [...]
Here are some pictures of Olisur Olive Oil’s new and Eco friendly factory.
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Energy Management Services International LLC (EMS) – the first company to provide energy management solutions (ESCo) in the Middle East – announced the organization of a seminar entitled ‘Energy Saving Methods and Mechanisms in the Olive Sector’ in collaboration with the Jordan Olive Products Exporters Association (JOPEA).
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By Marcia Wood,
Olives basking in sunny California groves might find that their new best friend is a small brown wasp. Known to scientists as Psyttalia cf. concolor, the little wasp can help foil the olive fruit fly, a powerful natural enemy of olives.
Agricultural Research Service (ARS) entomologist Victoria Y. Yokoyama and colleagues have imported and [...]
By Antonio Marín Ruiz,
A study from the CSIC, Spain and the University of Wales, U.K determines that consuming products rich in oil increase the content of mono-unsaturated fatty acids and lower the content of saturated fatty acid in milk and meat of goats and sheep.
Olive leaves provide half of the energy and amino acid requirements [...]
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