Interview Series 1st October 2025
From the helm: Cobram Estate Olives (ASX:CBO), Sam Beaton, Co-CEO
In this episode of from the helm, Grady Wulff sits down with Cobram Estate Olives (ASX:CBO) Co-CEO, Sam Beaton, to explore the company’s impressive FY25 performance, US expansion strategy, and premium olive oil brand growth.
Sam shares insights into Cobram Estate’s branded product sales, grove development plans, and investment priorities across Australia and California, while discussing how the company maintains its premium brand positioning in competitive markets.
In this interview, Sam covers:
• (0:41) an overview of Cobram and its core operations in olive farming and extra virgin olive oil production
• (3:03) branded product sales growth in Australia and the US
• (5:10) timeline and yield expectations for newly acquired California groves
• (5:45) main operational risks including climate, water, and labour
• (6:55) managing the 15% US price increase and consumer retention
• (8:36) key investor news flow to watch over the next 12 months
Note: This interview was filmed on 24 September 2025.