Trade Events
Apr. 3, 2024
Uruguay to Host Conference on Olive Oil Sector Research, Innovation
Scientists, producers and officials will meet in Uruguay in November to discuss the challenges and opportunities for South America’s olive oil sector.
Feb. 28, 2024
Córdoba Festival Promotes Local Olive Oil Against Backdrop of Harvest Challenges
Organizers hailed the event as an opportunity for local producers to promote their products after a demanding harvest.
Jan. 3, 2024
Pakistan Celebrates Foreign Investment, Local Culture at World Olive Day Gala
The event, held in the national capital, brought together farmers, consumers, foreign investors and government officials to educate, network and celebrate.
Sep. 6, 2023
Festivals and Conferences Build Momentum for Pakistani Olive Oil Sector
In the six months since Pakistan held its inaugural Olive Gala Festival, officials said trees were planted, partnerships formed and more events scheduled.
Jul. 13, 2023
Istrian Officials Share Oleotourism Insights at Events in Spain and Italy
According to Istrian tourism officials, 190,000 people visit olive growers and producers on the peninsula each year. Now, these officials are sharing strategies in Spain and Italy.
Jun. 28, 2023
Trade Group Highlights Sustainability at Manhattan Tasting Event
The North American Olive Oil Association sought to educate retailers, producers and consumers on the environmental advantages of olive oil production over other options.
Jan. 9, 2023 Trade Events
Mar. 16, 2022 News Briefs
Med-Gold Project Will Present New Climate Service Tool for Farmers This Month
May. 10, 2021 World
Mar. 16, 2021 World
World Olive Oil Competition Receives Record Number of Entries
Dec. 11, 2018 World
Nov. 13, 2018
'Sabor Oliva' Joins Uruguayan Producers and Public
Fewer producers attended this year's edition, but spirits were high among attendees. After a disastrous 2018 harvest, producers say they are hoping to set a record in the next campaign.
Oct. 11, 2018
Registration Opens for NYIOOC2019
Early entries have already been submitted at a fast rate and organizers said registrations will be limited to the first 1,000 brands, as last year.
Oct. 3, 2018
Yale Olive Oil Conference Underway
No less than 26 speakers each had between 20 and 40 minutes today in a rapid-fire mix of mostly scientific presentations on the mechanisms behind the health benefits of olive oil.
Sep. 25, 2018
UC Davis Event to Focus on Premium Olive Oil
The event will feature speakers from different parts of the industry in order to give producers an idea of where this part of the sector has come from and where it is heading.
Jul. 11, 2018
CEO of Largest Olive Oil Company Calls the Industry's Business Model 'Broken'
Pierluigi Tosato spoke today to a group representing major importers and said the industry was going about it all wrong.
May. 17, 2018
Fourth Olive Oil Conference Coming to Chicago Area
Producers, importers and retailers will gather to hear from speakers discussing a wide range of topics, from olive oil health and nutrition to strengthening quality controls and standards.
May. 1, 2018
54 Greek Olive Oils Awarded at NYIOOC
Greek producers earned more awards at the 2018 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition than ever before.
Apr. 27, 2017
Best Olive Oils for 2017 Will be Announced Tonight
The winners of the 2017 New York International Olive Oil Competition will be revealed at a live-streamed 5:30 (EDT) press conference.
Apr. 24, 2017
Judging Underway at Fifth Annual New York International Olive Oil Competition
At 9 o'clock the first samples were distributed to 15 judges whose determinations will lead to the unveiling of this year's best extra virgin olive oils at a live-streamed press conference Thursday evening.
Apr. 21, 2017
25th 'Ercole Olivario' Recognizes Italian Excellence
The 25th Ercole Olivario awarded Italian extra virgin olive oils that managed to achieve a high level of quality despite a difficult season.
Mar. 23, 2017
NYIOOC Issues Last Call for Entries
Registration for the 2017 New York International Olive Oil Competition will close Wednesday, March 29 at 10:00 PM (EDT)
Feb. 20, 2017
Vatican Conference Examines a Renaissance of the Mediterranean Diet in the 21st Century
Experts met on February 14 at the Pontifical Academy of Sciences at the Vatican City to launch a debate on food values and the role and significance of the Mediterranean diet.
Jan. 18, 2017
5th NYIOOC Will Be the Biggest Yet
A larger venue, printed guidebook and a new portal for professional buyers highlight this fifth edition of the world's largest olive oil competition.
Jan. 2, 2017
Sommelier Certification Course Returns to NY with Intensive 7-Day Program
The Olive Oil Program at New York's International Culinary Center returns next month with a comprehensive, week-long course for those who wish to achieve olive oil sommelier certification.
Dec. 1, 2016
A Culinary Exploration of New Oils in Paris
Olio Nuovo Days (OND) organizes their second edition of 'Hémisphère Nord' in Paris to announce the newest and finest olive oils of the year.