Oct. 29, 2015
Farmers' Union in Jaén Calls for Official EU Production Estimates
The world’s top-producing olive region claims other countries’ lack of transparency harms Spanish producers.
Oct. 28, 2015
Spanish Olive Oil Sales Slip Amid Higher Prices
The 2014-2015 campaign saw only a modest decline in sales of Spanish olive oil during a year of challenges.
Oct. 27, 2015
Italian Court Orders Halt to Destruction of Olive Trees in Puglia
A court-ordered suspension will allow time for further tests to determine which disease has infected the trees.
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Oct. 22, 2015 Europe
Catalonia Says its Output Will Be Lower, But Prices Should Remain Stable
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Oct. 19, 2015
EU Farmers' Group Criticizes Plan to Increase Tunisian Olive Oil Imports
A plan to let more Tunisian olive oil into the EU has come under fire from Copa-Cogeca.
Oct. 14, 2015
U.N. Reasserts Role of International Olive Council with New Agreement
The U.N. Conference for Trade and Development (UNCTAD) adopted a new agreement that will be the basis of the IOC's mandate through 2026.
Oct. 14, 2015
Greece's Early Harvest Olive Oils
Early harvest oils, with their bitter taste, low acidity, and higher antioxidant content are worth paying a little extra for. If you can find them.
Oct. 13, 2015
Tunisia Has a Moment as Top Olive Oil Exporter
Tunisia exported more olive oil than any other country for the 2014/2015 season
Oct. 8, 2015
High Hopes, Few Answers as Harvest Gets Underway in Italy
Production in 2015 is expected to be up, but too many variables can still affect the final yields to know yet how this year's harvest will play out.
Oct. 5, 2015
Dcoop to Co-Brand 300K Liters for China's Evergrande Group
Dcoop, formerly known as Grupo Hohiblanca, is expanding its private label program through a major deal with a Chinese conglomerate.
Sep. 28, 2015
France Publishes Report on Xf in Corsica
The report confirmed plants to be infected by Xylella fastidiosa and citrus plants are not at risk from the particular strain.
Sep. 28, 2015
Italian Farmers Speak Out Against New EU Quota for Tunisian Olive Oil Imports
A proposed increase in Tunisia's quota will be damaging to the Italian sector, according to a farmers' group.
Sep. 25, 2015
Greek Producers Weigh Prospects After Tsipras Win
Greek olive oil producers consider the upcoming harvest and the way the political and economic situation may affect their industry after the country’s latest elections.
Sep. 23, 2015
Farmers Lawyer Up in Battle Over Salento Trees
Olive growers from southern Italy, where a Xylella fastidiosa outbreak has led to a major cull of trees, are seeking legal advice to challenge the European Union’s stance on tackling the disease.
Sep. 9, 2015
This Year's Harvest Not as Bad as the Last One, Council Wagers
The IOC pegged production for the 2015/2016 harvest at “more than 2.5 million tons,” or, in other words, it won’t be the worst harvest in 15 years.
Aug. 18, 2015
France Announces Measures to Contain Xylella Fastidiosa Outbreak in Corsica
Following a confirmed infection of the deadly bacterium, the French ministry of agriculture has announced measures to contain its spread.
Aug. 16, 2015
Third Loan Package Reluctantly Approved by Greek Parliament
Further unsettling the Greek political landscape, the Greek Parliament and the Eurogroup approved a controversial package Friday.
Aug. 3, 2015
2014 Production Woes Extend to France
While not at the scale of neighboring Italy and Spain, France shared the pain of the infamous 2014 harvest.
Jul. 29, 2015
Gaea CEO's Top Priority: 'Keep Serving Our Clients Every Day'
Aris Kefalogiannis discusses his company’s continued success, the Greek economic crisis, and the urgent need for reform in Greece.