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Sep. 20, 2025
New Biopesticides Prove Effective at Mitigating Symptoms of Xylella
Three new biopesticides targeting Xylella fastidiosa developed by Biovexo may soon be available, offering hope in curbing the epidemic.
Sep. 19, 2025
European Parliament Rejects Proposed Revision of the Common Agricultural Policy
With their vote, MEPs want the European Commission to stick to the current model instead of pooling funds with other sections of the budget, and to reduce red tape for farmers.
Sep. 17, 2025
Postira Hosts International Olive Oil Symposium
Olive Oil Times founder Curtis Cord hailed the region’s rise in quality and urged producers to build on their reputation.
Sep. 14, 2025 News Briefs
Sep. 9, 2025 News Briefs
Sep. 9, 2025 Business
Aug. 26, 2025 Producer Profiles
With Roots in Tradition, Producer Behind Azeite 4C Turns Focus to Quality
Aug. 26, 2025 Producer Profiles
Aug. 25, 2025
Olive Oil Regulations Come Into Force as Spain Prepares for ‘New Cycle’
The updated regulation is meant to streamline and improve data collection and reporting to ensure more transparency in the olive oil value chain.
Aug. 25, 2025
Warming Weather Gives a Boost to Swiss Olive Cultivation
Switzerland is another central European country where warming weather has favored the cultivation of olive trees.
Aug. 21, 2025
Herzegovina Looks Ahead to Adriatic Olive Oil Symposium
Herzegovinian olive growers are preparing to join their counterparts from Croatia, Slovenia, and Montenegro at the International Adriatic Olive Oil Symposium in Postira, Croatia, this September. The three-day gathering will highlight the region’s rising reputation for premium extra virgin olive oils and foster new opportunities for cross-border collaboration.
Aug. 21, 2025
Mild Temperatures Worry Olive Growers in Central and Northern Italy
Cool, wet weather has led to increased olive fruit fly activity. Authorities recommend preventative measures and treatments in infected groves.
Aug. 11, 2025
Italian Olive Oil Sector Demonstrates Resilience in New Report
A report from Ismea showed that exports and organic farming in Italy expanded even as production and consumption continue to decline.
Aug. 11, 2025
First 'Olive Oil Community' Established in Menfi, Sicily
An initiative promoted by Città dell’Olio aims to build networks of local institutions, economic operators and cultural entities linked to extra virgin olive oil.
Aug. 11, 2025
Luberon’s Unique Geology Helps Set One Award-Winning Producer Apart
The producers behind Domaine de la Sénancole have leveraged Luberon’s geology and Provence’s local olive varieties to produce a sustainable and sought-after olive oil.
Aug. 11, 2025
Greece Pushes to Shield Two Iconic Agrifood Exports from 15% Tariff
Greece is seeking to shield key agrifood exports, including olive oil, table olives, feta and yogurt, from the new 15-percent U.S. import tariff, warning the levy could burden one of its most valuable trade relationships.
Aug. 7, 2025
Global Experts, Top Producers to Gather at International Symposium in Postira, Croatia
Postira will host the International Symposium on Olive Oils of Croatia and the Adriatic Coast, showcasing the region's excellence in olive oil production.
Aug. 5, 2025
Debate Over Solar Plant Construction in Andalusian Olive Groves Intensifies
Solar developers and regional authorities insist the the mega-plants are necessary to help Spain meet its ambitious renewable energy goals. Olive farmers disagree.
Aug. 5, 2025
EU Accepts 15% Tariffs on Olive Oil Exports to U.S.
Europe agreed to accept 15 percent tariffs on table olives and olive oil in a trade deal with the U.S., causing concern and backlash from stakeholders.
Aug. 5, 2025
France Uncovers Olive Oil Fraud in Annual Investigation
Despite the findings, officials maintained that olive oil fraud is not on the rise, citing improved detection and stronger communication between agencies.
Aug. 5, 2025
European Olive Oil Exports Bounce Back
The latest short-term outlook report shows that olive oil exports increased by 25 percent due to increased production and lower prices at origin.
Jul. 25, 2025
Europe Is Moving Away from Its Green Agenda
A year after elections which saw rightwing forces increase their power in Parliament, the E.U.’s much-vaunted Green Deal is fading.
Jul. 25, 2025
EU Commission Proposes Budget Cuts and Changes to Agricultural Policy
The European Commission's proposed changes have sparked backlash from farmers.