News Briefs / page 97
Feb. 19, 2020
Israel Blocks Palestinian Exports Through Jordan
The move comes as a response to a Palestinian government boycott of Israeli cattle imports. The Palestinian agriculture minister said the government is already planning counter-measures.
Feb. 17, 2020
Bill Aims to Protect 'Made in California' Brand
A proposed bill would prevent consumers from being misled into buying 'California' olive oils that are actually from somewhere else.
Feb. 17, 2020
No New US Tariffs on Spanish Olive Oil Imports
The United States Trade Representative decided not to add new tariffs to Spanish packaged and bulk olive oil imports. The USTR will revise the list once again in August.
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Obesity a 'Looming Epidemic' in Developing Countries, World Bank Says
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Feb. 4, 2020
Greece Renews Call for Parthenon Parts After Brexit
In light of Brexit, Greece will intensify efforts to return the Parthenon pediments to their original home.
Feb. 4, 2020
Table Olive Production Figures Released
Global production is expected to increase by almost 14 percent with Egypt the top world producer.
Jan. 31, 2020
'Oleotourism' Becomes Law in Italy
With the adoption of the 2020 budget in Italy, oleotourism is enshrined into law.
Jan. 30, 2020
Spain Wins First Battle Against U.S. Tariffs on Table Olives
An American court's decision can open the way to alleviate tariffs on imported Spanish table olives to the U.S.
Jan. 26, 2020
Trump Wants a New Trade Deal with Europe
The president said he wants a new agreement with Europe in place before the November election.
Jan. 26, 2020
Australia Hails Sino-American Trade Deal, but Danger Lurks for Farmers
The new accord favors global economic growth in general but could lead to a reduction of the Australian share in the Chinese market.
Jan. 16, 2020
Alentejo Olive Oil Association Appoints First Executive Director
Gonçalo Almeida Simões brings 15 years of experience advocating for Portuguese agriculture to the European Union.
Jan. 15, 2020
Hephaestion Was a Friend of Alexander's, but Not Cretan Producers'
Adverse weather conditions in Crete caused further damage to olive oil growers and producers.
Jan. 14, 2020
Botanical Council Publishes Overview of Olive Oil Adulteration
The American Botanical Council has released a report detailing the causes of adulteration of olive oil and the issues surrounding olive oil counterfeiting, mislabeling and fraud.
Jan. 13, 2020
Dame Helen Mirren Narrates Xylella Video
Mirren spoke of the devastation caused by the disease, including the death of millions of olive trees across Europe and beyond.
Jan. 13, 2020
Olive Oil Culture Award Call for Entries
Contestants have until the end of March to submit projects celebrating the history, culture and tradition surrounding olive oil production in Spain.
Jan. 8, 2020
Olive Oil Times Turns 10, Gets New Look
Ten years and thousands of articles later, the mission has remained steadfast while the website's design has changed with the times.
Jan. 8, 2020
Patricia King has been named executive director for the California Olive Oil Council after Patty Darragh's retirement last fall after 22 years with the council.
Jan. 6, 2020
Sixty tons of olives were harvested in Oman between August and December.
Jan. 2, 2020
The Mediterranean diet led the US News & World Report’s annual list for the third consecutive year.