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<pre>> Following on from Brian's words of wisdom I wish to add my own. I
> believe that Australia has a wonderful opportunity to become a major
> international olive oil producer.
>
> However unless the cultural aspects of the olive are encompassed by all
> the players (growers and processors alike), rather than only the
> commercial aspects, then the 3rd try at developing and Australian
> industry is doomed.

This has become quite an interesting thread of late, so I'd like to pose a
question.

What do the various authorities think would be the more suitable oil species
for Australia?

I have a new grove to plant in the Hunter Valley and am now drawing up plans
and taking cuttings to grow new stock. The currently available trees which I
intend to use are Corrigiolla, Paragon and Nevadillo for oil, and as I have
had very good response to Azapa, some of these for pickling.

So the question is : which other oil species, and are they available? I have
space for another 300 or so trees.

Regards,

Mike Wilson.
Hunter Valley, Australia.
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