17 April 2026

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Heart association’s new guidance recommends olive oil and other unsaturated fats

The American Heart Association’s new dietary guidance recommends olive oil and other unsaturated fats as part of long-term eating patterns aimed at reducing cardiovascular disease risk.

Australia

Don’t wait for electric tractors: is there a case for electrification in Australian farming?

Australia’s diesel squeeze is re-examining the potential case for farm electrification, but pumps, cooling and other equipment are shaping as more likely electrification candidates than heavy, mobile machinery.

At this Canberra farmers' market, producers are making tough choices amid rising fuel prices

As fuel prices remain high amid the war in the Middle East, growers and fishers are among those having to make tough decisions to remain viable.

Agriculture remains robust despite fuel and fertiliser shock

Australia’s agricultural sector remains resilient amid surging fuel and fertiliser costs, with brokers reporting that clients are either consolidating or capitalising on emerging opportunities.

Supporting small business through tough times

Running a successful small business is a tough gig, even on a good day. But ongoing conflict in the Middle East is putting more pressure on the sector than ever.

Australian small businesses and sole traders are the lifeblood of our communities. Read on for helpful resources and links to help you, or someone you know, through these tough times.

The groceries that could rise 20 per cent in price, as farmers issue warning

Australian farmers are warning Australians will be hit by food price increases due to ongoing diesel and fertiliser supply constraints.

Help needed as regional Aussies navigate new mobile tech

The National Farmers’ Federation (NFF) has dubbed the Regional Tech Hub an essential service ahead of major changes to telecommunications in the bush.

Farmers in search of workers urged to join program

THE AgCAREERSTART team is calling on farmers to sign-up to its popular gap-year program.

International

From ‘sustainable’ to ‘regenerative’ agriculture: What’s in a name?

Sustainability has become something of a buzzword over the years. From the clothes we wear and the energy that powers our homes to the way we live our lives, the idea of sustainable production and consumption has become commonplace. 

Are we heading for ‘super El Niño’ – and what could we expect?

There is a high likelihood that the phenomenon known as “El Niño” will emerge this summer – and it could be exceptionally strong. A so-called “super El Niño” could supercharge extreme weather events and push global temperatures to record heights next year if it develops, according to experts.

Olive oil boss claims supermarkets slow to pass on savings

Walter Zanre, head of Filippo Berio, has alleged UK supermarkets are not fully passing on wholesale olive oil price reductions to consumers. 

The summer oil alert: Why 60% of Spain’s olive oil is already sold out for the year

Data from the International Olive Council (IOC) and Spain’s AICA for April 2026 confirms that roughly 60% of this season’s olive oil has already been dispatched, leaving stock levels lower than anticipated heading into summer.

The history of olive oil in Greece

Olive trees have existed longer than modern humans, and the history of olive oil in Greece spans millennia.

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Olive oil: large stocks in Italy, but the industry is looking abroad

There's 90% more domestic extra virgin olive oil available than last year, but supplies from Spain and Tunisia are growing.

Why French olive oils are harder to find, yet worth picking up

Though you may think first of Italy when you think of olive oil, followed by countries like Spain and Greece, the product is also made in the south of France.

Calendar 2026

10 August

Entries open, WA Olive Awards

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3 September

Entries close, WA Olive Awards

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Early October (date TBC)

Awards ceremony, WA Olive Awards

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