By Daniel Dawson
Jun. 19, 2025
Adriatic Olive Oil Excellence Takes Center Stage at High-Profile Postira Symposium
A landmark symposium in Postira this September will spotlight the region's dedication to olive oil quality, innovation, and cultural heritage through a program of tastings, workshops, and expert-led discussions.
Jun. 3, 2025
Precision in Every Step: Inside an Award-Winning Producer’s Methodical Approach
Harvesting and milling with surgical precision is paramount at Hellenic Fields, which celebrated a sixth-straight award-winning performance at the 2025 NYIOOC.
May. 31, 2025 The Best Olive Oils
Italian Producers Extend Reign of Excellence at World Competition
May. 31, 2025 N. America
May. 30, 2025 Producer Profiles
Science Drives Award-Winning Producer’s Mission of Quality, Sustainability
May. 22, 2025 Food & Cooking
May. 22, 2025 News Briefs
Revised Agricultural Policy Aimed at Helping Small European Farmers
Jul. 8, 2025 News Briefs
Nutri-Score Outperforms Nutrinform Battery with Portuguese Consumers
Jul. 8, 2025 Production
Jul. 8, 2025 News Briefs
Europe Endorses Olive Oil Standard Changes Despite Industry Divide
Jul. 8, 2025 Producer Profiles
Jul. 8, 2025 Business
Jul. 7, 2025 Business
Europe Continues to Liberalize Imports While Export Uncertainty Grows
Jul. 6, 2025
Orhan Okulu Claims Third Golden Belt at 664th Kırkpınar
The Antaya native defeated Feyzullah Aktürk at the historic olive oil wrestling tournament, widely considered the world's oldest sporting event.
Jul. 8, 2025
Before the Flavored Oil Trend, There Was 'Agrumato'
Agrumato olive oil, made with Gentile olives and fresh citrus fruits, is a proprietary recipe from the Ricci family, credited with popularizing flavored olive oil.
Jul. 1, 2025
Apulian Producer Extols Nuances of a Native Variety
Blending early-harvested native Coratina and Ogliarola Garganica olives yielded a Silver Award at the 2025 NYIOOC for Oleificio Fratelli Vieste.
Jul. 1, 2025
Torres Family Expands Legacy With Award-Winning Results
Since the fifth-generation winemakers began crafting extra virgin olive oil from centuries-old trees, their commitment to quality has been consistently recognized with numerous awards.
Jun. 28, 2025
Family's Love for Italian Cultivar Shapes Generations of Success
The Carroccia family-run olive farm in central Italy produces a celebrated Itrana monovarietal, rooted in love for the unique cultivar and its connection to the 'village of longevity.'
Jun. 25, 2025
Meet the Ligurian Producer Defending a Cultural Heritage
The family behind Tèra de Prie produces award-winning Taggiasca extra virgin olive oil from the thousand-year-old dry stone wall terraces on Italy’s northwestern coast.
Jun. 19, 2025
Acclaimed Moroccan Producer Aspires to a More Sustainable Future
Noor Fès leverages its size to improve quality through vertical integration and hopes to set an example with its sustainable practices for other Moroccan olive farmers.
Jul. 8, 2025
New Study Suggests Olive Oil May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
New research in Italy suggests that olive oil consumption may be linked to a reduced risk of estrogen and progesterone-negative breast cancer.
Jul. 1, 2025 News Briefs
Jun. 28, 2025 Basics
Oleacein: The Promising Phenolic Compound in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Jun. 27, 2025 News Briefs
Study Links Skipping Breakfast to Poor Diet and Lifestyle Habits in Teens
Jun. 19, 2025 News Briefs
Research Demonstrates Potential of Oleuropein in Bowel Disease Treatment
Jun. 11, 2025 News Briefs
May. 6, 2025
Italian Health Institute Publishes Mediterranean Diet Guidelines
The 600-page document includes useful health information for physicians, evidence for policymakers and recommendations for the general population.
Jul. 8, 2025 Production
Jul. 8, 2025 Producer Profiles
Jul. 1, 2025 Producer Profiles
Jul. 1, 2025 Producer Profiles
Jun. 28, 2025 Producer Profiles
Family's Love for Italian Cultivar Shapes Generations of Success
Jun. 25, 2025 Producer Profiles
Jun. 23, 2025
Sustainable Practices Help North African Producers Triumph in Tough Season
Producers from Tunisia, Morocco and Egypt overcame drought and heat to earn 16 awards at the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.
Jun. 28, 2025
Oleacein: The Promising Phenolic Compound in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Oleacein, a phenolic compound found in extra virgin olive oil, has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential anti-atherosclerotic properties with significant impacts on human health.
May. 14, 2025
Pairing Wine and Extra Virgin Olive Oil for a Perfect Meal
Whether its sauces, meat, fish or vegetables, this Michelin-star chef recommends how to pair olive oil and wine.
Apr. 21, 2025
Meet the Bacteria Devastating Olive Groves and Vineyards
Xylella fastidiosa, a bacterium causing plant diseases, has an annual economic impact of €5.5 billion in Europe. Its spread is linked to climate change.
Dec. 10, 2024 World
Dec. 2, 2024 Production
Producers Navigate Climate and Market Headwinds with Optimism
Nov. 11, 2024 Food & Cooking
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Is the Soul of These Classic Italian Winter Dishes
Aug. 26, 2024 Business
Jun. 19, 2025
The Role of Table Olives in Italy’s Culinary Heritage
From Taggiasca olives served cold in Liguria to stuffed, breaded and fried all’ascolana olives in Marche, regions across Italy incorporate their native varieties into the local food.
May. 28, 2025 Food & Cooking
May. 22, 2025 Food & Cooking
May. 14, 2025 Basics
Mar. 26, 2025 News Briefs
Using Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Olive Mill Byproducts to Create Healthy Snacks
Mar. 17, 2025 Food & Cooking
Mar. 11, 2025
Experts Offer Tips on Adopting the Mediterranean Diet
There are no complicated rules. With some basic knowledge and the right pantry ingredients newcomers can master the world’s healthiest eating pattern.
Jul. 8, 2025
International Workshop Addresses Climate Change Threats to Olive Trees
International Olive Council and partners gathered in Italy to strengthen collaboration in olive genetics, facing climate change and pathogens.
Jun. 11, 2025
Study Shows Mineral Clay Applications Boost Olive Oil Production
Mineral clay applications can mitigate the effects of climate change on olive cultivation, increasing yield and improving oil quality.
Jun. 4, 2025
Carbon-Capturing Power of Olive Groves Measured
New findings shed light on the climate potential of olive groves, offering a promising role in carbon sequestration efforts.