Olive Overview

The following websites provide information on olive horticulture.:

Department of Agriculture & Food →
Olive Growing in WA →
Hort Innovation Olive Levy →

The Australian Standard for Olive Oil and Pomace Oil (AS 5264-2011) is owned by Standards Australia and its sale is licensed via SAI Global. To purchase a copy (around $100.00) click below:

BUY AS 5264-2011 →

Olive Growing

Click to download fact sheets and visit websites on aspects of olive growing:

Australian Olive Industry Plan →
Olive Growing – technical manual →
The Olive Growing Revolution →
Guide to Efficient Olive Harvesting →
Field Guide to Olive Pests & diseases →
Farm biosecurity action plan →

Olive Production

Table Olives:

Table Olive Production →
Industry Standard for Table Olives →

Labelling

Country of Origin Labelling →
Labelling Guide →

Olive Testing

Department of Primary Industries →
Modern Olives →

Olio Bello

Extra Virgin Olive Oil is grown and pressed on a spectacular 320 acre, certified organic olive farm, in the heart of WA’s Margaret River region. With 8000 trees and 14 unique varieties, the property is surrounded by dramatic natural beauty, where the olives thrive in an ideal Mediterranean climate. Its award winning oils reflect a long-term labour of love and commitment to sustainable agriculture and organic farming principles. Since its first harvest in 1998, it has steadily gained industry recognition, to become amongst the most awarded small producers in Australia. Featuring a Cafe, Tasting Room, Gourmet Deli, Olio Organics Beauty and luxury Lakeside Glamping Accommodation, Olio Bello offers a truly authentic and signature Margaret River agri-tourism experience. Every year, it also proudly presses for over 30 local growers across the south west and works to promote the strong collegiate spirit of Western Australia’s olive oil industry.

www.oliobello.com.au

Tarralea Grove

Barry and Anne Sander owners of Tarralea Grove in Jarrahdale began establishing their grove in 2002. There are now 300 trees in their grove with assorted varieties with Mission, Kalamata and Manzanilla making up the largest percentage of varieties. They also produce a variety of citrus and garlic infused olive oils. Over the past 8 years, Tarralea Grove have won over 40 awards in state, national and international competitions. Their products are available in the Gilberts Fresh stores in the metro area as well as specialist local stores and tourist locations in the Serpentine-Jarrahdale Shire. Barry & Anne began processing with their own press in 2012 and also offering contract processing services for the public.

tarraleaholdings@bigpond.com

Russell Lewis
of RL Lewis Pty Ltd

Russell provides a range of accounting services to Australian businesses. Initially trained by Coopers & Lybrand (now Price Waterhouse Coopers), Russell has 41 years of accounting experience, of which 33 years have been in the Geraldton area. He is a member of IPA and CPA Australia. With a background in broadacre farming, Russell provides specialist advice and accounting services to primary producers and rural businesses. His goal is to help clients grow their assets in the immediate term (tax planning) and preserve their investments in the long-term (succession, family and estate planning). He is proud to aim for the best overall result for the client. For a free consultation and to discuss how he can work for you.

russ@rllcpa.com.au