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Mar. 27, 2024

Technology Drives the Ambitions of Tunisia’s Largest Olive Oil Producer

The CHO Group was an early adopter of blockchain technology for traceability. Now, they are turning to AI to help mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Mar. 27, 2024

In Chile, Mixed Expectations Replace High Hopes

Producers anticipated another harvest exceeding 20,000 tons until poor climate conditions in the winter tempered their outlook.

Mar. 27, 2024

Olive Oil and Soparnik Are Indispensable for Croatians at Easter

Olive trees and extra virgin olive oil play important roles in Croatian Christians' celebrations of Holy Week, especially in the flagship dish, Soparnik.

Dec. 7, 2023

Celebrating South America's Historic Olive Trees

The organization Sudoliva documents and preserves historic olive trees which tell the story of the European colonization of Latin America.

Dec. 7, 2023

Police in Spain and Italy Uncover Olive Oil Fraud Ring

A Europol investigation led to the arrest of eleven accused of adulterating extra virgin olive oil with other products.

Dec. 5, 2023

EU Project Aims to Level the Playing Field with Processed Foods

The MedDiet4All project promotes the benefits of a Mediterranean diet and communicates the adverse health effects of ultra-processed foods.

Dec. 3, 2023

2023 Is the Hottest Year on Record; 2024 Will Likely Be Hotter

The average global temperature in 2023 was 1.40 ºC above the pre-industrial average, with many olive-growing regions bearing the brunt of extreme heat.

Nov. 29, 2023

Chilean Producer Bets Big on Italian Varieties

Olivos Ruta del Sol takes advantage of Chile’s terroir to produce some of the country's best extra virgin olive oils.

Nov. 27, 2023

The Ricchiuti Family's 15-Year Journey to Olive Oil Excellence

The family behind Enzo Olive Oil have built a fledgling olive farm to one of the Golden State's most awarded brands.

Nov. 27, 2023

Two Greek PDO Olive Oils Receive Protection in India

Kalamata and Sitia Lasithiou Kritis extra virgin olive oils have been registered as in India to protect them from imitations.

Nov. 27, 2023

Mediterranean Diet Helps Slow Age-Related Physical Decline, Study Finds

New research has shown that following a reduced-calorie Mediterranean diet and increasing physical activity slows age-associated muscle loss and reduces total and visceral fat.

Nov. 27, 2023

Producers Behind Loco Galbasa Achieve Childhood Dream, World-Class Quality

The Sicilian brand Loco Galbasa combines the pursuit of quality and the commitment to environmental sustainability.

Nov. 27, 2023

South African Producers Celebrate Quality After Season Marred by Blackouts

Seven producers from South Africa’s Western Cape combined to win a record-high 16 awards at the world’s largest olive oil quality competition.

Nov. 21, 2023

The Agronomic and Macroeconomic Forces Behind Olive Oil Prices in Italy

Despite an anticipated production rebound in Italy, prices will likely remain high. Farmers will need to adapt to a new reality.

Nov. 20, 2023

California Producers Celebrate Olio Nuovo

These producers say early-harvested and unfiltered Olio Nuovo accentuates olive oil’s best organoleptic and healthful qualities.

Nov. 20, 2023

Finding Balance in a Changing Sector Yields Success for Portuguese Exporter

Quality serves as Est. Manuel Silva Torrado’s north star as the company navigates export markets and the country’s rapidly changing sector.

Nov. 20, 2023

Insurance Needs for Olive Growers Change with Climate

The cost of covering olive groves is rising as climate change makes Europe increasingly hot and dry. Farmers can adopt some technology to help.

Nov. 20, 2023

Olive Oil Sales Slump in Spain and Italy Amid Rising Prices

Consumers are switching to smaller bottles of extra virgin olive oil and, in some cases, choosing lower grades.

Nov. 20, 2023

Languedoc Extra Virgin Olive Oil Receives PDO Certification

Made from the local Lucques and Olivière varieties, Languedoc becomes France’s ninth extra virgin olive oil to receive Protected Designation of Origin status.

Nov. 15, 2023

A Hobby Grower’s Guide to the Olive Harvest

Harvesting olives at the right moment of maturity and bringing them to the mill within 24 hours are a few tips hobby growers can follow to yield extra virgin olive oil.

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