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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. 1, 2020
Using Technology and Old Photos to Map Erosion in Jaén's Olive Groves
Researchers from the University of Jaén have developed a tool to more precisely monitor soil erosion. It may help growers to estimate future damage and put in place preventive measures.
Jul. 1, 2020 Business
Jun. 29, 2020 News Briefs
Italian Government Pledges €120 Million in Aid for Xylella-Ravaged Puglia
Jun. 25, 2020 Business
Jun. 24, 2020 Production
Spain Bets on Biorefineries to Find New Revenue for Small Producers
Jun. 23, 2020 News Briefs
Jun. 19, 2020
E.U. Olive Oil Stocks Fall by Estimated 23 Percent
The 23 percent drop comes as good news for producers, many of whom have spent the past year suffering from low olive oil prices, which are partially attributed to the high stocks.
Jun. 19, 2020
Lazio Producers Achieve Greatness
Deep bonds with the territory, sustainable land management and state-of-the-art extraction techniques are among the keys to Lazio's winning formula.
Jun. 19, 2020
Proposed Standard Would Imperil Greek Exports, Trade Group Warns
Greek trade representatives question the motives behind a "standard of identity" proposed by Spain's Deoleo and an American importers group.
Jun. 17, 2020
Xylella Update: Spread Continues in Southern Italy Amid Calls for Swift Action
With the bacteria spreading beyond predictability, an evolving patchwork of strategies aim to identify and contain outbreaks.
Jun. 16, 2020
Abandoned Farm Auctions Attract a New Generation of Italian Farmers
A program that provides incentives to establish new businesses in abandoned Italian farmlands has enticed young agricultural entrepreneurs.
Jun. 15, 2020
Strong Showing by Calabrian Producers at World Competition
Combining modern milling and harvesting techniques with a rich history, producers from the southern Italian region enjoyed plenty of success at this year's World Olive Oil Competition.
Jun. 12, 2020
E.U. Threatens to Impose Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S.
The United States has been found to be illegally subsidizing Boeing and the World Trade Organization is set to announce what punitive measures the European Union can take. New tariffs may be on the horizon.
Jun. 11, 2020
Proposed Reforms to Spanish Olive Oil Sector Met With Skepticism
The Spanish government has put forward a package of 10 measures to help shore up the country's struggling olive oil industry.
Jun. 11, 2020
Resilience and Innovation Breed Success for Italian Producers
What unites 2020 NYIOOC award winners of all sizes is their innovation and use of technology.
Jun. 10, 2020
‘Olio Lucano’ from Basilicata Set for PGI
The Protected Geographical Indication ‘Olio Lucano’ has been registered and published in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Jun. 9, 2020
Italian Farmhouses Push to Revitalize Tourism in Pandemic's Wake
An association of Italian farmers warns that the sector could lose €1 billion in 2020. As the lockdown eases, farmhouses are finding new ways to safely attract tourists.
Jun. 5, 2020
Farmers Blame Law Violators for Low Olive Oil Prices
An association of Spanish farmers said violations by large companies explain what is continuing to drive olive oil prices lower and called for whistleblower protections.
Jun. 5, 2020
Italian Brands Succeed Again in World Competition
The producers behind some of the most awarded brands are celebrating repeat wins at the world's most prestigious olive oil quality contest.
Jun. 5, 2020
Cooperation in Fight Against Food Fraud Grows Among EU Countries
Olive oil tops the list for joint activities against counterfeit, adulteration and misleading labels.
Jun. 3, 2020
Southern Italy Farms Well Represented in Index of World's Best Olive Oils
From Puglia to Sicily, producers from across the renowned olive-growing regions of Southern Italy celebrated their success at the world's most prestigious olive oil quality contest.