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Aug. 12, 2020
Archaeologists Bring Roman Villa Back to Life in Malta
Using 3D modeling technology, archaeologists and researchers have created a virtual replica of the ancient Roman villa and its oil press. Digital tourists can now explore the site and witness millennia-old olive oil production from home.
Aug. 12, 2020
Italy Pledges €20M to Buy Local Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Families in Need
The move comes after a previous effort to provide extra virgin olive oil to families impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic sparked controversy, with farmers asserting that the effort favored imported oils over Italian ones.
Aug. 10, 2020
Consuming Some Animal Products Does Not Undermine Benefits of Plant-Based Diets
Newly published research from the University of Warwick shows that plant-based diets, such as Mediterranean diet, can lower cardiovascular risks even if they include a moderate amount of animal products.
Aug. 8, 2020 News Briefs
Nutri-Score Label More Effective Than NutrInform, Study Finds
Aug. 4, 2020 News Briefs
Europe Demands U.S. Drop Tariffs After Member States Comply With Airbus Ruling
Jul. 30, 2020 News Briefs
Jul. 29, 2020 News Briefs
Local Production and Sustainability Highlight Terra Madre 2020
Jul. 29, 2020 News Briefs
Applying Crushed Rock to Croplands Reduces Atmospheric CO2, Study Finds
Jul. 23, 2020
Trader Joe's Rebrands Some Controversial Products Amid Criticism
The multi-billion dollar grocery chain has said it is in the process of rebranding products under the 'Trader José' and 'Trader Giotto' brands.
Jul. 22, 2020
Geographical Indications Protected in New China-E.U. Trade Deal
The PDO and PGI status of two dozen extra virgin olive oils from five different European countries will be formally protected as part of the deal, which is expected to be ratified later this year.
Jul. 20, 2020
Jaén Launches Initiative to Increase Sustainability, Profitability
Through the Seralma Verde project, Jaén's provincial government will advise and support producers seeking to transform olive oil waste products.
Jul. 20, 2020
Organic Olive Cultivation Continues to Grow in Spain
The land area dedicated to organic olive farming in Spain rose to 209,288 hectares in 2019.
Jul. 16, 2020
Olive Oil World Tour Campaign Relaunches in Spain
From July through September, thousands of passengers boarding the high-speed ferry, Cecilia Payne, will be reminded of Spain's olive oil sector.
Jul. 16, 2020
Italy's Union of Olive Oil Producers Reelects Granieri
Unaprol's president, David Granieri, said he will continue working to revive the sector in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic.
Jul. 15, 2020
Guide Boosts Online Sales of Award-Winning Brands
Finding online retailers who sell the best extra virgin olive oils just got a lot easier.
Jul. 13, 2020
Portugal Bans Nocturnal Olive Harvesting Practice for Upcoming Season
While conservationists have hailed the move as a step in the right direction, many of them have urged the country's ministry fo agriculture to make the ban permanent.
Jul. 10, 2020
Having Survived Invasion and Disease, Millenary Olive Tree Recognized in Spain
The Spanish Association of Olive Municipalities has named a 1,100-year-old olive tree on Mallorca the “best monumental olive tree in Spain.”
Jul. 10, 2020
E.U. Olive Oil Production Expected to Hit 5-Year High
The European Commission estimates production will rise to 2.3 million tons in the coming crop year.
Jul. 9, 2020
World's Oldest Sporting Event Delayed Due to Covid Concerns
The centuries-old Kırkpınar olive oil wrestling championship will reportedly not go ahead until the end of summer or autumn. The decision was made by the event organizers after consulting with Turkey’s Ministry of Health.
Jul. 6, 2020
Trade Group Donates 190k Liters of Pomace Oil to Hospitality Sector in Spain
In the wake of the pandemic, the Spanish interprofessional, Oriva, will distribute the refined oil to 12,500 hotels, restaurants and caterers.
Jul. 6, 2020
France’s Harvest Yield Lower Than Expected
Producers harvested about 2,500 fewer tons of olive oil than expected. A combination of growers entering an off-year and poor weather conditions were blamed for the significant drop in production.
Jul. 6, 2020
As Covid Cases Drop in Spain, Plans to Protest Ramp Back Up
Olive growers and oil producers are resuming their public campaigns calling for more support for a sector in turmoil.
Jul. 6, 2020
'EVO International' Contest Bestows Record Number of Awards in Italy
Italian and Spanish producers were among the big winners at the EVO International Olive Oil Contest.