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Feb. 15, 2023
Andalusia Expand Efforts to Reduce CO2, Promote Biodiversity
The Andalusian government has partnered with SEO/BirdLife to reduce the region's carbon footprint by expanding the Olivares Vivos project.
Feb. 10, 2023
From Andalusia to Madrid, Spain Shocked at Wave of Olive Thefts
The soaring price of olives and olive oil has led to an epidemic of fruit thefts and damage to groves across Spain.
Feb. 9, 2023
Olive Oil Consumption Slumps in Europe as High Prices Persist
Olive oil sales and exports have slowed down in Spain as prices at origin remain high and general inflation remains elevated.
Feb. 9, 2023 News Briefs
Andalusia Increases Reservoir Capacity for Irrigating Olives
Feb. 8, 2023 World
Mysterious African Insects Are Infesting Portuguese Olive Groves
Feb. 7, 2023 Business
Feb. 7, 2023 Production
Climate Change Leads Some Bordeaux Wine Producers to Plant Olives
Feb. 6, 2023 News Briefs
Small Farms in Spain Exempted from Ban on Burning Agricultural Waste
Feb. 6, 2023
Greek Producers Ask for a Commission to Promote Exports
Greek olive producers seek the establishment of a permanent commission to promote olive exports.
Feb. 6, 2023
Nutri-Score Founder: Olive Oil Will Never Attain the Highest Rating
The co-inventor of the nutrition label said olive oil would never be rated with a "Green A" because it is solely comprised of fat.
Feb. 5, 2023
Spain's 2022 Olive Oil Sales only Slightly Lower than Expected
Olive oil sales in Spain hold relatively steady despite the many problems and price increases throughout 2022.
Feb. 4, 2023
Catalonian Producers Warn of Worst Season in 15 Years
Catalonian producers warn that olive oil production in the region will be even lower than previously expected and that major price increases may ensue as a result.
Feb. 4, 2023
Intensive Agriculture Blamed for Bird Population Decline in Spain
Recent figures show an alarming decline in the populations of important bird species in Spain as intensive agriculture transforms the country's landscape.
Feb. 2, 2023
In Portugal, Xylella Infection Spreads to More Species
The latest Ministry of Agriculture update outlines a worsening scenario for farmers in Portugal and nearby Spain.
Feb. 2, 2023
Andalusian Government Requests CAP Changes for Olive Growers
Authorities are asking for changes to the European Union's Common Agricultural Policy to remove economic burdens from olive and organic farmers.
Jan. 30, 2023
Andalusian Farmland Will Be Monitored from Space
A nanosatellite will provide local farmers with data about agriculture's effect on the regional environment.
Jan. 30, 2023
UNESCO May Yet Give Andalusian Olive Trees Heritage Status
In Spain, local and national institutions and the whole local olive oil sector have met to get the prestigious UNESCO candidacy of Andalusian olive groves back on track.
Jan. 30, 2023
Italy Eases Some of the Burden of Hiring Seasonal Workers
The newly-introduced reform will last two years and aims to ease bureaucracy and reduce the costs of maintaining a seasonal workforce.
Jan. 30, 2023
Spanish Black Olives Exports to the U.S. Continue to Fall
The European Commission warned that the U.S. tariffs violate WTO regulations. But it will not repay Spanish producers for legal fees.
Jan. 30, 2023
Award-Winning Greek Producer Looks East
Olix Oil has achieved success around the world and has now set its sights on Japan.
Jan. 24, 2023
Albanian Producers Struggle with Low Prices
While Albanian farmers enjoyed a bountiful harvest, low prices on the internal market and challenging logistics are causing concern.
Jan. 24, 2023
New Law in Andalusia to Promote Organic Food Production
Many Andalusian olive oil producers are involved in what is described as a major push to expand organic farming in the region.
Jan. 17, 2023
Olives Left Unharvested in Tuscany
In Arezzo, a millers association warns that a lack of workforce, higher costs and plummeting olive oil prices are causing the abandonment of orchards.