In growing our olives organically we seek to work with nature rather than against it, aiming to achieve a system that is healthy and sustainable.

Excessive use of chemicals like herbicides, pesticides and some fertilisers in
'modern agriculture' may contaminate soil and water and endanger animals and humans. Recent research links these chemicals to cancer and other diseases.
Organic farming is still mainly based upon labour-intensive practices such as weeding by hand, composting, mulching and other traditional techniques.

Organic farmers know that they must reintroduce and maintain areas with biodiversity and encourage life with an abundance of nutrients in the soil, which produces healthy plants. Healthy plants which are well supplied with minerals can make all the flavour producing substances they need. Many chefs use organic foods because they are well cared for during

their production  and simply taste better.

Since 1999 we are following strictly controlled organic farm management principles. In May 2002 we have been certified 'Grade A Organic' by Biological Farmers of Australia (BFA), an Australian government regulated certifying organisation. We apply Biodynamic farming principles based on Biodynamic standards controlled by Biodynamic AgriCulture Australia and have been certified by ACO.

Our olive oil and olives have been Halal certified by the Halal Certification Authority Australia and Kosher by The NSW Kashrut Authority. We will continually strive to meet latest requirements for food standards and

safety, eg. Olive Care, HACCP ect.

It is our vison and commitment to develop a truly sustainable natural and ecological agriculture in our grove. Following our principles, all our glass bottles and cardboard packaging are made from recycled materials.


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