Articles Tagged | "Greece"

Greek Leader Looks to China for Much-Needed Trade

by Michael Angelopoulos

Prime Minister Antonis Samaras visits China this week, with some encouraging signs for Greek olive oil.

Posted on May 14 2013

The Battle Over Kalamata PDO

by Costas Vasilopoulos

While the olives of the Kalamata variety are widely known, the PDO they carry is a cause of contention among producers in Greece.

Posted on April 04 2013

Contest Helps Young Greeks Start a Food Business

by Costas Vasilopoulos

An initiative in Greece intends to support the best ideas for starting a business in the agricultural sector.

Posted on March 11 2013

Time for Greek Olive Oil to ‘Solve for X’

by Costas Vasilopoulos

The Greek olive oil industry could take a cue from Google's concept of "moonshot thinking" to solve the overwhelming problems it faces.

Posted on February 18 2013

Genetics May Prove Valuable for Greek Olive Oil Producers

by Costas Vasilopoulos

While the olive oil industry in Greece is shaky, it is time for pioneering thinking and concerted efforts.

Posted on February 10 2013

The Murky Waters of Greek Agriculture and the Way Out

by Costas Vasilopoulos

Decisive steps must be taken by the new farmers to overcome the tough situations created by the financial crisis.

Posted on January 12 2013

Community Programs Help Greeks in Tough Times

by Costas Vasilopoulos

The financial crisis in Greece has led to some unfamiliar practices enabling citizens to acquire basic commodities.

Posted on December 17 2012

Warm Weather Taking Toll on Greek Olives

by Costas Vasilopoulos

The extended summer drought has lead some olive oil producing areas of Greece to lower oil production than usual, diminishing revenue in critical times.

Posted on December 07 2012

Production Up, Consumption Down in Greece

by Costas Vasilopoulos

Nevermind an increase in local olive oil production, Greek consumers are being forced to find cheaper alternatives.

Posted on December 01 2012

Table Olives: Kalamata PDO a Mixed Blessing

by Costas Vasilopoulos

Regions beyond Messinia would like to market table olives bearing the Kalamata appellation. The problem is that's not allowed.

Posted on November 26 2012

International Olive Oil Tasting Seminar Coming to Kalamata

by Costas Vasilopoulos

Participants will examine the characteristics of different olive varieties, and evaluate techniques used in Italy, Spain and the U.S.

Posted on November 14 2012

Olive Trees Face ‘Death by Saw’ in Greece

by Costas Vasilopoulos

Besides price fluctuations and drought, olive oil farmers in Greece now have to cope with olive trees being stolen for firewood.

Posted on November 13 2012

How Terra Creta Makes and Markets Olive Oil

by Julie Butler

"Sometimes you just need good ideas instead of an awful lot of money." Terra Creta export manager Fotis Sousalis

Posted on October 22 2012

Agriculture Minister Sees Labeling Regulation as Good for Greek Olive Oil

by Costas Vasilopoulos

According to the Greek Minister of Agriculture, the 432/2012 regulation of the EU will help Greek olive oil make a bigger impact and advertise its quality.

Posted on October 17 2012

Terra Creta Organizes Conference

by Julie Butler

Visitors from 14 countries and 50 local farmers have signed up for the Terra Creta olive oil conference held in Hania, Crete, next week.

Posted on October 04 2012

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