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01 December 2023
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The Bureau of Meteorology and AFAC summer outlook shows Australia is not off the hook for hot summer temperatures and a heightened bushfire risk, despite heavy rain currently falling across the east. | |
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Which is we should all take a look at these …
Farm Fire Unit Handbook and resources
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To help farmers fight fires safely the South Australian Country Fire Service has developed a Farm Fire Unit Handbook, which provides:
- guidance toward fire ground safety, behaviours and communications
- recommendations for farm fire unit vehicles and equipment
- recommendations for the wearing of personal protective clothing and safety equipment.
There’s also a great farm fire safety video which provides invaluable information and instruction about dealing with fire on your property.
Download the handbook and watch the video here.
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The Great Artesian Basin covers an area of 1.7 million square kilometres and is relied upon by more than 180,000 people. (Supplied: University of Queensland )
Environmentalists and farmers are hardening their resolve against a proposal to inject liquefied carbon dioxide into Australia's biggest underground fresh water reservoir. The Great Artesian Basin (GAB) spans more than a fifth of the continent, is worth about $13 billion to the national economy and is a vital resource for communities and businesses.
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Got something to sell? Or want to buy? Go direct to your target market – olive growers and producers | |
If you’ve got something industry-related to sell, you can reach your target market directly with Olivebiz Classifieds. Our online Classifieds service is an easy and inexpensive solution to advertising your unwanted equipment. And if there’s something you’re looking for, it’s the ideal way to get the message out loud and clear to your peers and industry associates – the most likely to have what you need.
Olivebiz Classifieds cost just $40 for AOA members ($100 for non-members), including a text ad and link through to either your web page or images hosted on our site. And you don’t need to be a tech-head: just send us your info and we’ll post it up for you.
Olivebiz Classifieds are online now at www.olivebiz.com.au/classifieds. To arrange a listing, contact Gerri at editor@olivegrower.com.au.
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Narrogin Shire has approved a draft policy to regulate how wind turbines are built. (Flickr: David Clarke. CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 Deed)
A Wheatbelt shire has approved a draft framework outlining how wind farms are to be developed in the area, following two neighbouring shires approving similar draft policies last month.
New power infrastructure is an increasingly common issue in regional areas that we all need to keep abreast of.
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Telstra 3G Closure Announcement
Back in 2019 we announced that we’d be closing our 3G network, which you might also know as the Telstra Next G network. Doing so allows us to repurpose the 3G spectrum to offer better coverage and reliability on our 4G and 5G mobile network.
There’s more information in “Our 3G closure in 2024: your questions answered” here.
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GROWER TO GROWER
Have a question? Need some advice? Ask a fellow grower!
The FOE team regularly hears from growers with questions about grove or production practices, or equipment, that they just can’t find the answers to. They’re things other producers are likely know about and/or experienced themselves. So we’ve set up a new Friday Olive Extracts feature, Grower to Grower, where you can send your questions and have them answered by your peers.
Just send the details to editor@olivegrower.com.au and we’ll put them out to the Friday Olive Extracts community - that’s thousands of readers across the globe.
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SA & Qld funding still available via Horticulture Netting Program
The Federal Government funded Horticulture Netting Program was extended nationally following the first phase, with applications now set to close mid-2024 (or until all funds are committed).
Assisting more growers to buy and install protective netting, or replace damaged netting, over land used to grow horticulture crops, the program aims to:
- build growers’ ability to handle climate change
- grow more high-quality crops
- support the agricultural industry reach its Ag2030 target.
Research shows protective netting helps growers produce better crops, in higher numbers, strengthening food security. The nets can also reduce water usage by up to 30%.
Funding allocations are being handled by state and territory governments, and applications have closed for producers in NSW, VIC, WA, and TAS, but are still open in SA and QLD. Find out more and apply here for SA and here for QLD.
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Get acquainted with key climate forecasting and farm management tools Climate Monitor, My Climate View, and the Carbon Calculator.
Join Karen George (Resilience Manager, QFVG) along with special presenters David Carey (Senior Horticulturist, DAF), and Tom Golland (Stakeholder Engagement, Climate Services for Agriculture, BOM) for an overview and demonstration of each of these tools. Don’t miss the opportunity to ask questions on how climate information can improve your on-farm decision-making.
Details:
Friday, 8 December @ 01:30pm SA time.
Register here.
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Olive oil producers turn to tourists to combat soaring costs, extreme weather
Maria Angela Macchia jams a 10-foot pole topped with an electric comb into the upper reaches of a 200-year-old olive tree and revs the engine. The long-toothed tool, created to extract stubborn fruit from the highest branches, vigorously shakes the crown of the tree, sending a trickle of olives cascading to the green nets below.
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California olive oil industry sees growth opportunity amidst international production downturn
The California Olive Oil Council (COOC) announced the commencement of the 2023 harvest season for California extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). With international production levels experiencing a decline due to climatic events, this presents California with a unique opportunity to step up and meet consumers' needs as the harvest season approaches.
As we do here, with the lack of European supply meaning fresh, new season’s Australian products are now available to consumers at comparative pricing to imported products.
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Acesur expands U.S. footprint
Acesur, one of the world’s largest olive oil producers and bottlers, continued its presence in the United States by purchasing 356 hectares in California.
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Friday Olive Extracts – send us YOUR news | |
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The year is racing by and Friday Olive Extracts (FOE) continues and Friday Olive Extracts (FOE) will continue to bring all the latest industry news and events to your Inbox every week. THE place to share olive industry news, event details and reminders, our industry e-newsletter keeps growing in popularity and we now have nearly 4000 subscribers across the globe. If you’re not one of them, you can sign up here.
And please remember that FOE is YOUR e-newsletter, so we’re keen to receive your news and help spread the word. Just email your information to Editor Gerri Nelligan at editor@olivegrower.com.au - it’s free, and the best way to reach your fellow industry members!
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A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that coupling a reduced-calorie Mediterranean diet with exercise can reduce body fat while maintaining muscle mass, a combination of particular importance to older individuals.
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Two Greek PDO olive oils receive protection in India
Two Greek extra virgin olive oils with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) certifications from the European Union, Sitia Lasithiou Kritis and Kalamata, have been granted protected status in India after being recognized as geographical indications (GI) by the government.
Important to note if you produce Kalamata EVOO and export to India, or are planning to.
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