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Jun. 8, 2022
South African Producers Celebrate Record Success at NYIOOC
Entering their second-highest number of brands, South African producers won a record-high number of Gold Awards at the World Olive Oil Competition.
Jun. 2, 2022
U.N. Developing Olive Groves and Mills in Drought-Prone Areas of Iraq
The Middle Eastern country is also working to rejoin the International Olive Council, which would further develop the nascent sector.
Jun. 2, 2022
In Turkey, Study Recommends Investments in Olive Farms Instead of Coal Mines
Expanding the olive oil sector of Turkey's olive-growing capital is a cost-effective and climate-friendly solution that would boost the local economy, a report suggests.
May. 31, 2022 Producer Profiles
Winning at NYIOOC Part of Producer’s Quest to Improve Reputation of Tunisian EVOO
May. 23, 2022 Producer Profiles
Modern Techniques and Ancient Groves a Winning Combination for Solar Olives
May. 16, 2022 Producer Profiles
Quest for Quality Behind an Israeli Producer's Award-Winning Results
May. 11, 2022 News Briefs
May. 10, 2022 World
May. 6, 2022
Court Orders Halt to Coal Mining Operation in Turkey’s Olive Groves
A government regulation would have allowed companies to remove olive groves obstructing access to coal mines. However, the stop is only temporary.
Apr. 29, 2022
South African Producers Hope for Winning Harvest
While high quality producers in the country wait for the results of the 2022 NYIOOC, the local industry is optimistic about the incoming harvest.
Apr. 11, 2022
Bringing Palestinians and Israelis Together Through Olive Oil Production
In northern Israel, Sindyanna of Galilee helps farmers produce and sell extra virgin olive oil, using the proceeds to invest in the local communities.
Apr. 6, 2022
Moroccan Producers Anticipate Near-Record Harvest
Olive oil production is expected to reach 200,000 tons for the second time in Morocco. Recently-planted olive trees and improved irrigation are partially responsible.
Apr. 5, 2022
Turkey Suspends Exports of Agricultural Products, Bulk Olive Oil
The government implemented export restrictions to prevent food shortages. Turley’s olive oil sector disputed the export curb on bulk olive oil, claiming that supply can satisfy demand.
Mar. 7, 2022
Report: Climate Change Will Dramatically Reduce Tunisian Olive Oil Production
The National Observatory for Agriculture estimated that olive oil production may decrease by up to 70 percent if greenhouse gas emissions continue at their current rate.
Jan. 27, 2022
Olive Oil Production in Lebanon Becomes Nearly Impossible as Crises Deepen
Local olive oil has become a luxury for most of the population amid financial and political turmoil.
Jan. 17, 2022
European Bank Provides New Funds for Olive Growing and Irrigation Projects in Tunisia
The combined €55 million in funding comes as officials in the Italian olive oil sector call on the European Commission to end its duty-free import quotas from Tunisia.
Dec. 16, 2021
Political and Economic Crises Complicate the Harvest in Lebanon
Rising production costs and a weak local currency have hampered the harvest for olive farmers.
Dec. 6, 2021
Climate Extremes, Conflict Complicate Harvest in Palestine
Fighting in the West Bank are crippling the harvest, while climate change is blamed for lower yields in the Gaza Strip.
Nov. 30, 2021
Egypt Expects Lower Production After Extreme Weather Damages Groves
In many parts of Egypt, yields are expected to be between 50 and 80-percent below the average. However, producers are optimistic about the future.
Nov. 22, 2021
Jordanian Farmers Expect Fall in Production Due to Drought, Pests
As the situation in northern Jordan’s fertile agricultural regions looks increasingly dire, three organizations are stepping in to promote traditional and sustainable farming methods.
Nov. 17, 2021
Production in Turkey Rebounds as Farmers Show Their Resilience
Olive oil production in Turkey is expected to exceed 235,000 tons, the country’s second-highest total. Table olive production will reach a record high.
Nov. 4, 2021
Tunisian Olive Oil Producers Thrive Despite Political Turmoil
While one of the world’s largest olive-producing nations undergoes shifts that worry international observers, olive growers are more concerned about climate change.
Oct. 27, 2021
Heat and Drought Hamper Olive Harvest in Morocco
Olive production could fall by 30 percent from earlier forecasts. Experts expect the country to keep getting hotter and drier.