News Briefs / page 44
Feb. 2, 2023
Spanish Olive Oil Sales Increase in China
New data shows Spanish olive oil sales increased significantly in China during the 2021/22 crop year.
Feb. 2, 2023
Tuscan Landfill Gives Away Olive Trees to Compensate for Carbon Emissions
A public waste company in Tuscany will support the planting of 245,000 olive trees to compensate for its CO2 emissions.
Feb. 2, 2023
Earth’s Ozone Layer Expected to Completely Rebound by 2040, Report Finds
A Unite Nations assessment finds that the ozone layer should be restored to 1980 levels by 2040.
Feb. 2, 2023 News Briefs
Andalusian Government Requests CAP Changes for Olive Growers
Jan. 31, 2023 News Briefs
Morocco's Olive Oil Exports Reach Record Levels as Domestic Prices Rise
Jan. 31, 2023 News Briefs
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Jan. 30, 2023
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Makes Good Pizza Even Better, Researchers Find
A new study shows that olive oil has a significant sensory and chemical effect on Neapolitan pizza.
Jan. 30, 2023
UNESCO May Yet Give Andalusian Olive Trees Heritage Status
In Spain, local and national institutions and the whole local olive oil sector have met to get the prestigious UNESCO candidacy of Andalusian olive groves back on track.
Jan. 30, 2023
Italy Eases Some of the Burden of Hiring Seasonal Workers
The newly-introduced reform will last two years and aims to ease bureaucracy and reduce the costs of maintaining a seasonal workforce.
Jan. 30, 2023
Spanish Black Olives Exports to the U.S. Continue to Fall
The European Commission warned that the U.S. tariffs violate WTO regulations. But it will not repay Spanish producers for legal fees.
Jan. 24, 2023
Albanian Producers Struggle with Low Prices
While Albanian farmers enjoyed a bountiful harvest, low prices on the internal market and challenging logistics are causing concern.
Jan. 24, 2023
New Law in Andalusia to Promote Organic Food Production
Many Andalusian olive oil producers are involved in what is described as a major push to expand organic farming in the region.
Jan. 19, 2023
Mediterranean Diet Again Named Best Overall
The MedDiet again won out over other diets and eating plans to receive recognition as the best overall diet according to the U.S. News and World Report.
Jan. 19, 2023
Spanish Producers Encounter Losses but Look to Next Season
New data confirms that the current Spanish olive oil campaign is the worst of the century. Still, rainfall late in the season fuels hopes for the future.
Jan. 18, 2023
Summer 2022 Was Europe's Hottest on Record
The last eight years on Earth have been the hottest on record, with climate extreme weather events increasing significantly in 2022.
Jan. 18, 2023
Food Labels Might Curtail Climate Impact of U.S. Fast Food Restaurants
JAMA Network Open published new research that described the crucial role climate impact labels might play in boosting U.S. consumers' food choices.
Jan. 18, 2023
Tunisian Olive Oil Prices Keep Climbing
Local authorities have confirmed a lower-than-expected olive oil yield, leading to a steady rise in prices.
Jan. 17, 2023
Food Crisis Looms as Pakistan Announces Recovery Strategy
The high level of inflation, natural disasters, and national debt has cause Pakistan to seek international aid.
Jan. 17, 2023
E.U. Allows House Crickets in Food Products
The defatted powder of the house cricket, in addition to the current dried and frozen preparations, will be allowed in a variety of food products in the E.U.
Jan. 17, 2023
Spain's Olive Oil VAT Reduction Might Not Be Sufficient to Halt Price Rises
Olive oil producers argue that the temporary VAT reduction is undercut by rising production costs and the tax on plastics.
Jan. 17, 2023
Groundwater Resources Recharge Faster than Previously Estimated
Research sheds light on the recharge rate of groundwater resources, which has important implications for the sustainable use of underground aquifers.