Australia
Sep. 9, 2025
Australian Co. Debuts New Table Olive Production Method
A new method for processing table olives in Australia is gaining attention for its potential to broaden the market. It boasts faster processing, fresh flavors, and no fermentation.
Aug. 25, 2025
Australian Olive Growers Have Good Harvest Despite Drought
Irrigation proved crucial in some areas of the country, but farmers and millers still experienced good volumes and a high-quality production.
Aug. 6, 2025
Southern Hemisphere NYIOOC Nears Registration Deadline as September Results Loom
Registration for the Southern Hemisphere edition of the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition is closing soon, with organizers preparing to reveal award winners beginning in September.
Jul. 23, 2025
Turkish Olive Oil Exports to Australia Surge Amid Strategic Trade Push
A Turkish producers' association said bilateral trade talks played a significant role in the 162 percent increase in olve oil exports and the 85 percent rise in table olive exports to Australia.
Apr. 29, 2025
Campaign Encourages Australians to Get Drizzling
The "Get Drizzling" campaign by AOOA aims to reignite Australian consumers' interest in using olive oil and promote its health benefits and versatility.
Apr. 1, 2025
Australian Growers on Alert After Xylella Fastidiosa Found in China
The identification of Xylella fastidiosa in China has led Australian authorities to increase the scrutiny of plant imports.
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Two Australian Producers Celebrate Decade of Success at World Competition
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May. 1, 2024 News Briefs
Australian Olive Association Implements Quality Monitoring Program
Apr. 1, 2024 Production
Feb. 26, 2024
Australian Olive Growers Begin Harvest With Mixed Expectations
A light crop year is expected to lead to a limited supply and higher prices.
Oct. 31, 2023
Trade Group Launches Digital Campaign to Promote Olive Oil in Australia
The Australian Olive Oil Association has teamed up with leading social media influencers to encourage consumers to use more olive oil.
Oct. 23, 2023
Australians Overcome Cold, Wet Harvest to Win in New York
Producers in Australia earned fifteen awards at the 2023 NYIOOC after a chilly, damp harvest reduced their yield.
Sep. 6, 2023
In Australia, Mediterranean Diet Costs Less than Alternatives, Study Finds
Researchers found Australians could save 28 Australian dollars per week by following the Mediterranean diet.
Aug. 31, 2023
Australian Producers Face Mixed Fortunes
Growers have had a bountiful olive harvest overall, but their oil yield was lower than average.
Aug. 29, 2023
World Olive Oil Competition Southern Hemisphere Live Updates
The NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition is unveiling award winners in the Southern Hemisphere division of the annual quality contest. Olive Oil Times writers around the world are covering the results and reactions.
Jul. 26, 2023
Mediterranean Diet Associated with Successful Aging, Study Finds
Researchers found that Greeks who followed the Mediterranean diet were healthier and more active as they aged than those who followed the diet less closely.
Apr. 29, 2021
Labor Shortages, Recent Floods Create 'Insane Situation' as Australian Harvest Begins
Growers and producers hopeful of a bumper harvest after last year’s “oil drought” are scrambling to find solutions for dire labor shortages due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Apr. 20, 2021
Olive Oil Consumption Hits Record High in Australia
The International Olive Council predicts that Australians will consume 51,000 tons of olive oil in the 2020/21 fiscal campaign ahead of what could be a record harvest for producers.
Aug. 31, 2020
Consuming High-Polyphenol Extra Virgin Olive Oil Reduces Blood Pressure, Study Finds
Researchers found that consuming high-polyphenol extra virgin olive oil significantly reduced peripheral and central systolic blood pressure in healthy adults.
May. 20, 2020
Australian Producers Receive Hard-earned Recognition at World Olive Oil Competition
Australian producers took home five Gold and six Silver Awards at the 2020 edition of the world's most prestigious olive oil quality contest.
Apr. 22, 2020
Australia Offers Growers Help Managing Workforce Restrictions
New resources and legislation can assist Australian growers to address the challenges in managing their workforce during the Covid-19 crisis.
Mar. 31, 2020
Coronavirus Impacts Australian Growers as Harvest Nears
While much of the world grinds to a halt in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, olive growers in Australia are getting ready to harvest.
Jan. 27, 2020
Australian Producers Making Do Despite Bush Fires, Record Drought
In spite of a record drought and devastating bush fires, some large Australian producers are expecting close to an average production and high-quality oils in 2020.
Jan. 13, 2020
Drought, Not Fire, Remains the Bane of Australian Olive Growers
Australia's olive growers have mostly been spared from the wildfires that have been ravaging the country. Persistent drought, however, continues to cause concern.