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Nov. 6, 2023
Cautious Optimism as Olive Harvest Gets Underway in California
Estimates suggest olive oil production could reach three million gallons, a significant increase over last year.
Nov. 1, 2023
Turkish Olive Oil Exports Can Make Up for Europe's Deficit Once Ban Is Lifted, Official Says
Turkey has reserves of 180,000 tons and is slated to produce another 180,000 in the current harvest that could meet European demand for bulk olive oil.
Nov. 1, 2023
Olive Oil Sommelier Program Heads to London
The Olive Oil Times Education Lab returns to Central London with its five-day Sommelier Certificate Program.
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Trade Group Launches Digital Campaign to Promote Olive Oil in Australia
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Oct. 12, 2023
Researchers Identify Three Olive Varieties Resistant to Pervasive Fungus
Three cross breeds of Frantoio, Koroneiki and Arbosana olives resisted Verticillium dahlia in a controlled environment.
Oct. 11, 2023
Researchers Identify Olive Genes Associated with Fruit Weight
The findings could help growers select the most productive olive varieties. Next, they plan to look for genes associated with polyphenol production.
Oct. 11, 2023
Olive Growers in Madrid Benefit from CAP Funds
Officials in Madrid have released €8.5 million from the Common Agricultural Policy to promote traditional landscapes and biodiversity in the capital region.
Oct. 11, 2023
Olive Farmers Find Creative Ways to Beat Labor Shortages as Harvest Begins
A teacher in Italy allows students to miss class to help with the harvest. A Croatian man's one-year prison sentence was delayed to let him harvest the family grove.
Oct. 11, 2023
Morocco Bans Olive Oil Exports in Bid to Control Rising Prices
Officials say the ban will stem olive oil price increases in the country. It won't help elsewhere.
Oct. 3, 2023
Tunisian Producers Anticipate Production Rebound Despite Heat, Drought
Officials estimate olive oil production will be 200,000 to 220,000 tons as the harvest gets underway in Tunisia.
Oct. 3, 2023
Why Olive Oil Prices Are Higher in Spain
A combination of retail purchase schedules, consumer habits and tax rates explain why extra virgin olive oil costs more in Spain than in France, Italy or Portugal.
Sep. 28, 2023
Olive Oil Production Expected to Fall Below 1M Tons in Spain
Anticipation of a second-consecutive poor harvest in the world’s largest olive oil producer means prices are likely to keep rising.
Sep. 25, 2023
Jaén Co-op Warns of €1B Loss for Province’s Olive Sector
After last year's historically poor harvest, producers in Jaén warn another is about to start. The Agri-Food Cooperative of Jaén warns the result will be a staggering financial loss.
Sep. 25, 2023
E.U. Chief Promises Strategic Dialogue with Farmers
Despite the pledge, analysts point out that Ursula von der Leyen expressed no clear intention in her speech to boost the E.U.’s initiatives on sustainability and climate neutrality.
Sep. 19, 2023
Training Young Farmers on Climate-Smart Practices in California
The Center for Land-Based Learning trains young farmers on olive growing and soil health.
Sep. 18, 2023
Olive Oil Thefts Rising in Mills and Supermarkets Across Spain
Rising prices and an increase in organized criminal activity are driving the increase in thefts, officials said.
Sep. 7, 2023
Spanish Officials Raise Alarm Over Rising Olive Oil Prices While Calling for Calm
Olive oil prices have exceeded €10 per liter at retail and are expected to continue rising. Rain in Andalusia would provide a glimmer of hope for the approaching harvest.
Sep. 6, 2023
Israeli Firm Prepares to Launch Countertop Olive Oil Appliance
The countertop appliance that transforms olives into olive oil in less than an hour could be available in 2024.
Aug. 29, 2023
No Respite in Greece as Wildfires Incinerate Ancient Olive Groves in Makri
Wildfires continue to wreak havoc in rural Greece, partially destroying the traditional Makri olive grove and leaving local producers in despair.