Olive Groves of Tasmania is owned by the Caccavo family. Ralph Caccavo and his son, Rocky Caccavo, have extensive business interests in Tasmania, ranging from property and construction, to indoor markets and the export of seafood.
The Caccavo family established Olive Groves of Tasmania and the olive plantation at Campania in 1996. The olive grove is the largest in Tasmania. It is located near the northern end of the Coal River Valley in southern Tasmania, an area selected for its warm summers and cool temperate winters.
There are approximately 17,000 olive trees in the grove. The main olive varieties are Frantoio, Barnea, Verdale and Mission and several other table olives, including Manzanillo.
Olive Groves of Tasmania are members of the Tasmanian Olive Council which is associated with Brand Tasmania.
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“Tasmanian Extra Virgin Olive Oil – it tastes better ... and is better for you”
Olive oil produced by Olive Groves of Tasmania carries the seal of approval of the Australian Olive Association.
The industry code of practice guarantees the authenticity and quality of certified products and distinguishes them from imported products. To be certified, products must have undergone organoleptic and chemical testing and be Australian.
To meet the Australian industry standard, the oil must be free of smell defects and taste defects. Its free fatty acid level must be less than 0.8% which demonstrates minimal oxidation. To ensure a reliable shelf life its peroxide level must be under 20 units of active oxygen per kilogram of oil and potential shelf life must have been tested to determine the best before date. There is no factory-refined oil present whatsoever in Australian Extra Virgin. Every harvest will be tested to ensure the highest level of certification is maintained.
Visit the Australian Extra Virgin website for more information.
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