Record oil volume from bumper Australian olive harvest

Published Jul 28, 2021

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Australia is set to harvest a record 20,000 tonnes of olives, resulting in 20,000 tonnes of olive oil, due to favorable seasons and emergence from drought. The industry has seen significant growth over the past 20 years, with over 75% of fruit producing extra virgin quality oil. However, the industry is focusing on consistent production as it is cyclical. The University of New England is measuring a yield increase of up to 300% in the Boort region of Victoria using remote sensing techniques. The Australian Olive Association is evaluating ag-tech products, including remote sensing technologies and imagery, to develop cost-effective, reliable techniques for individual growers to improve pest and disease resilience, labor and water efficiencies, and productivity gains.

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WHILE Australia's record olive crop this year has been welcomed by growers, it has also highlighted the need for more consistent production, year on year. Growers and industry bodies are expecting a record 20,000 tonnes of olive oil to be produced this year, with harvest all but complete. Australian Olive Association chief executive officer Michael Southan said after low production last year, growers are having a record harvest as olive growing areas emerge from drought and experience more favourable seasons. "The olive industry is young in Australia but has had tremendous growth in production over the last 20 years," Mr Southan said. The industry has flourished in Australia with the entry of savvy operators who have increased the nation's overall olive production Australia's climate suits the production of high-quality olive oil, with more than 75 per cent of fruit producing extra virgin (EVOO) quality, considered the premium level of oil. RELATED READING In comparison, only ...

Source: Farmweekly