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Europe / page 155

Container port in Piraeus, Athens with cranes and shipping containers along the waterfront. - Olive Oil Times
Food & Cooking

Apr. 17, 2019

Olive Oil Drives Growth of Greek Agri-food Sector

Olive oil was the largest Greek agri-food export last year and the fourth-largest export overall, according to a new report. Its success has renewed the call from farmers for government backing.

Field of blooming lavender flowers with purple petals and green stems. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Apr. 15, 2019

Lavandin Introduced in Spanish Olive Groves to Prevent Erosion

Lavandin is the most recent crop being planted in Andalusia to help prevent erosion, promote biodiversity and provide farmers with supplemental income.

Various bottles of olive oil displayed on a supermarket shelf, including Filippo Berio and Colavita brands. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Apr. 10, 2019

US Threatens Tariffs on EU Olive Oil Imports

A World Trade Organization decision found that the E.U. has unfairly subsidized plane manufacturer Airbus. The result could be retaliatory tariffs on numerous E.U. goods, including olive oil.

Orjana Hrvatin and Timotej Zupan standing together in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times
Audience seated in a hall during a literary event with speakers at the front. - Olive Oil Times
Close-up view of a leaf showing green and brown discoloration with holes. - Olive Oil Times
Young man with facial recognition overlay and processing indicator on his face while looking at a device. - Olive Oil Times
Man inspecting olive leaves while standing in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times
Two ancient olive trees with thick trunks and lush green foliage in a natural setting. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Apr. 2, 2019

Recovery of Traditional Olive Groves Stimulates French Oliviculture

French olive growers are working on recovering traditional olive groves as a means to strengthen the sector.

Panel of speakers at a conference on Agro-Mafie with a yellow backdrop and flags. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Apr. 1, 2019

Report Warns of White Collar Crimes and 'Mafia 3.0'

Threats to the olive oil sector are changing as white collar crimes become more prevalent, officials said.

Close-up of olive tree branches featuring green leaves and a textured bark. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 27, 2019

Olive Oil Production Data in Europe Reveal Divergent Trends

Production in Italy and Greece is down sharply. In Spain and Portugal, it's dramatically higher.

A hillside covered with rows of olive trees, with a small building and cypress trees in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 20, 2019

Spanish Officials Determined to Investigate Price Decreases

In spite of poor harvests around most of the Mediterranean basin and a good one in Spain, olive oil prices continue to fall. Producers and their allies are demanding an investigation.

Interior view of a London Underground tunnel featuring artwork on the walls and signage for the Bakerloo Line. - Olive Oil Times
Food & Cooking

Mar. 20, 2019

London's New Ad Ban on Public Transport Equates Olive Oil to Junk Food

Olive oil producers who wish to advertise their products within London's transportation network would first need to seek an exemption to new rules banning products that lead to obesity.

Four individuals in formal attire standing together in an indoor setting. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 15, 2019

60 Years in, Olive Council Looks at Challenges Ahead

As part of the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the IOC, Executive Director Abdellatif Ghedira spoke exclusively with Olive Oil Times on the challenges facing the sector.

Close-up of olive tree leaves covered in frost and ice crystals. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 13, 2019

2018 Harvest Survey Reveals Season Marked by Climatic Challenges

Olive Oil Times asked producers around the world how they fared during the 2018 olive harvest season.

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Olive trees in a field with yellow flowers under a blue sky in Alentejo. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 11, 2019

Omics Ensure the Authenticity of Portuguese Olive Oils

Genomics and metabolomics are at the core of a research study to authenticate and trace Portuguese extra virgin olive oils.

A bowl containing a variety of green and brown olives with leaves. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

Mar. 7, 2019

Greek Table Olive Exports Slowing Down

Low output, setbacks in quality and higher prices are leading foreign buyers to look elsewhere.

Aerial view of neatly arranged rows of olive trees in an orchard. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 7, 2019

Higher Production in Spain Leads to Lower Prices

Olive oil production in Spain has increased by 33 percent compared to the previous campaign. Sales have increased compared to previous years as well.

A panoramic view of olive groves on a hillside in Crete, showcasing rows of olive trees. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Mar. 6, 2019

After Tough Harvest, Producers in Crete Ask for Compensation

The small quantity of olive oil that was produced in Crete remains idle since there is no demand from buyers abroad. Producers are demanding compensation.

A hilltop village with stone buildings and a tower, surrounded by olive trees and greenery. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Mar. 4, 2019

Croatia and Slovenia Receive Joint EU Protection for Istrian Olive Oil

The two Balkan states now share the European Union PDO appellation for extra virgin olive oil produced on the Adriatic peninsula.

Cargo ship with colorful shipping containers docked at a port. - Olive Oil Times
World

Feb. 28, 2019

35,000 Tons of Stolen Syrian Olive Oil May Already Be in Europe

This figure represents about half of the olive oil that has reportedly smuggled out from Afrin. A new pro-Turkish ally in the occupied Syrian territory denies the oil "was stolen" at all.

A panel of speakers seated on stage during a conference event, discussing various topics. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Feb. 27, 2019

Italian Trade Group Proposes New Classification for Extra Virgin Olive Oil

A proposal to lower the acidity threshold value of the extra virgin olive oil from 0.8 to 0.5 percent was presented by the consortium of Italian olive oil producers at a conference in Rome.

Facade of the University of Athens building with Greek flag and palm trees in front. - Olive Oil Times
Health

Feb. 25, 2019

Mapping the Polyphenols of Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oils for Healthy Aging

Extra virgin olive oils from Crete were found to contain the highest polyphenols load. Two-phase processing was also found to better preserves phenols in olive oil.

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