Asia
Dec. 4, 2025
China Bets on Hubei to Lead the Next Phase of Olive Oil Development
Hubei, China’s smallest olive-producing region, is investing heavily in research and olive milling byproducts as it seeks to become a national hub for the industry.
Dec. 1, 2025
Turkey Braces for Sharp Drop in Olive Oil Output as Weather and Costs Take Toll
Producers across Turkey report one of the most challenging seasons in years, with poor fruit set and severe drought expected to push olive oil output sharply lower.
Nov. 21, 2025
Longnan Emerges as China’s Fastest-Growing Olive Oil Hub
Longnan, in China’s arid northwest, has become the country’s leading olive oil region, producing more than half of all domestic olives and investing heavily in mills, irrigation and farmer support.
Nov. 17, 2025
Pakistan Establishes National Olive Council
A new National Olive Council will guide Pakistan’s fast-growing sector, as officials push to align with global standards and join the International Olive Council.
Nov. 17, 2025
How Live Streaming Powers Sales for a Sichuan Olive Oil Producer
Producing organic extra virgin olive oil in the humid climate of northern Sichuan comes with a range of challenges. Social media has proven essential to finding and retaining customers.
Nov. 11, 2025
Officials Outline China’s Olive Oil Future at Hubei Conference
Officials and experts expressed optimism about the olive oil sector, touting new varieties and government support while acknowledging the need for innovation, coordinated policy, and consumer-focused production.
Sep. 26, 2025 Producer Profiles
Crafting Award-Winning Olive Oil in the Shadow of Mount Fuji
May. 22, 2025 Business
May. 14, 2025 Producer Profiles
Pakistani Olive Oil Brand Makes History at World Competition
May. 6, 2025 Business
India's Olive Oil Market Shows Growth Potential Despite Challenges
Apr. 12, 2025 Producer Profiles
Apr. 1, 2025
Australian Growers on Alert After Xylella Fastidiosa Found in China
The identification of Xylella fastidiosa in China has led Australian authorities to increase the scrutiny of plant imports.
Jan. 13, 2025
Pakistani Province of Punjab Announces Plan to Plant 50M Olive Trees
The announcement is part of a broader initiative in Pakistan to develop olive oil production on a commercial scale to meet local demand and export.
Dec. 30, 2024
Pakistan's Olive Oil Industry Gains Momentum
The annual Oliva Gala Festival in Islamabad brought farmers, private sector companies, and government officials to discuss the latest harvest and the future of the olive oil sector.
Nov. 7, 2024
China Shows Interest in Becoming Olive Council Member
With a fledgling olive oil production sector and a growing appetite for the product, China has signaled interest in becoming the latest International Olive Council member.
Sep. 5, 2024
Spanish Producers, Policy Makers Explore Strategies for Success in Chinese Market
From an emphasis on quality and terroir to smaller packaging formats, Spanish olive oil sector stakeholders identified several strategies to increase olive oil consumption in China.
Aug. 13, 2024
Spanish Growers Eye Indian Market for Table Olives
A report emphasizes catering to local consumer preferences to capitalize on India's rapidly expanding economy and demand for healthy foods.
Aug. 7, 2024
Hazara’s Olive Oil Boom Lays Roadmap for Pakistani Sector
Systematic grafting and planting programs, new mills and efforts to educate farmers and millers have resulted in a rapid rise in production in one critical Pakistani region.
Jun. 12, 2023
Tracking the Rise of Olive Oil in Japan
The rising quantity and quality of olive oil production in Japan presents opportunities for local farmers as well as European exporters.
May. 30, 2023
East Asian Olive Oils Reach the World Stage
As extra virgin olive oil culture slowly expands in China and Japan, high-quality production in two of the world’s largest economies does too.
May. 11, 2023
Project Showcases the Potential of Chinese Olive Oil Sector
A cooperative in Longnan aims to foster China's olive oil culture and build value for local growers.
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.
Aug. 1, 2022
In Japan, Producers Reflect on An Award-Winning Year
Producers in Japan combined to earn a record-tying four Gold Awards and two Silver Awards, overcoming formidable harvest-year challenges.
Jul. 11, 2022
Olive Farming Is Key to Saving the Forests of Balochistan
Officials and environmental activists believe olive farming and oil production could help prevent illegal logging in wild forests.
Jun. 28, 2022
Italy to Provide €1.5M to Develop Pakistani Olive Oil Sector
In the latest chapter of cooperation between the two countries, Italy will help improve production technology and promote olive oil’s health benefits.
Jun. 27, 2022
Pakistani Government Launches Agricultural Development Program
The new government in Islamabad will continue previous olive growing projects as part of its initiative to modernize the agricultural sector.