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Europe / page 73

Nutri-Score label displaying letters A, B, C, D, E on food packaging with a barcode. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Nov. 9, 2022

Official Suggests Nutri-Score Will Not Be Europe’s Single Nutrition Label

Instead, the European Commission may create its own label using elements of nominated front-of-pack labeling systems.

Woman in an apron handling cheese molds in a cheese production facility. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Nov. 2, 2022

After Algorithm Update, French Cheese Producers Renew Criticism of Nutri-Score

Cheese producers protested against Europe’s mandatory adoption of Nutri-Score after an algorithm update resulted in lower scores for some cheeses.

Two workers collecting olives using nets under olive trees during the harvest season. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Nov. 2, 2022

Spain Lowers Barriers for Agricultural Workers to Access Wage Subsidies

The steep decline in olive production has decreased the amount of work for farm laborers in Spain and forced the government to expand its safety net.

Workers unloading olives from a truck into a container during the harvesting process at night. - Olive Oil Times
A hand raised in a formal setting, possibly during a vote in a legislative assembly. - Olive Oil Times
Two traditional windmills with black blades and white stone structures situated on a hilltop. - Olive Oil Times
Individual using pruning shears to trim an olive tree in a garden setting. - Olive Oil Times
A grove of olive trees with bare branches in a dry, open landscape under a clear blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 27, 2022

Xylella Spreads Beyond Buffer Zones in Puglia

The deadly pathogen is spreading less quickly as new technologies arrive, improving monitoring capabilities.

Panoramic view of olive groves and rolling hills in Tuscany under a blue sky with clouds. - Olive Oil Times
World

Oct. 27, 2022

Events Across Italy Set to Celebrate Traditional Olive Groves

Nearly 170 cities across the country will hold educational, cultural and tasting events in traditional olive groves and mills.

A group of students walking in an olive grove, wearing backpacks and casual clothing. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Oct. 26, 2022

In Croatia, Students Join Award-Winning Farm for Olive Harvest

Students from Zagreb also learned about the milling process. The oil they helped produce will be submitted to the 2023 NYIOOC.

Concrete structure directing water flow in a channel with greenery on both sides. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 24, 2022

Italy Announces €3.9B Investment in Water Infrastructure

The funds will be used to fix leaks, digitalize water management systems, renew irrigation channels and reinforce water systems in earthquake-prone areas.

Vineyard landscape featuring rolling hills, olive trees, and farmland in a rural setting. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 24, 2022

Producers in Abruzzo Seek PGI Certification

Farmers and producers in Italy’s fifth-largest producing region hope the PGI will add value to their olive oils and mitigate rising production costs.

A group of men and women holding olives while standing around a large pile of harvested olives. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Oct. 24, 2022

Montenegro Harvest Begins with Ancient Tree in Mirovica

Visitors and volunteers tasted early harvest oils and helped harvest the country's oldest tree.

A close-up view of a tray filled with dark black olives arranged in a uniform manner. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 17, 2022

Greece Hails Strong Presence in U.S. Table Olive Market as Exports Rise

Greece ranked second among table olives exporters to the United States in the first half of 2022 but received the highest prices.

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Hands gripping a black plastic crate filled with fresh green produce, possibly herbs or vegetables. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 17, 2022

E.U. Green Lights €100M Subsidy for Italian Olive Millers

The recipients will be eligible to receive the state-aid to cover up to half of the expense of upgrading their mills to be more efficient and sustainable.

Shelves displaying a variety of olive oil bottles in different shapes and sizes. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 17, 2022

Olive Oil Aisles Result in Superior Supermarket Sales

Grouping all the olive oils in a single aisle and providing information about them resulted in an 18-percent increase in sales. Extra virgin olive oil sales rose 13 percent.

Display of assorted fresh vegetables and fruits including artichokes, green beans, and oranges at a market. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 17, 2022

Italy’s Organic Food Sales More than Doubled in the Past Decade

The value of organic agricultural exports also rose by 181 percent in the same period. Wine led the way, but extra virgin olive oil was not far behind.

A motion blur image of various olives being processed, showing a mix of colors and types. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Oct. 17, 2022

Olive Oil Production to Fall 25%, European Commission Predicts

All of Europe’s main producing countries, with the exception of Greece, are expecting significant production drops. However, some believe the forecast is too pessimistic.

A person sitting at a table with flags of Croatia and another entity displayed on stands. - Olive Oil Times
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Oct. 13, 2022

Officials Congratulate Regional NYIOOC Winners at Ceremony in Split

Ahead of the harvest, olive growers from Split-Dalmatia County were congratulated for their 17 awards at the 2022 World Olive Oil Competition.

Line graph with upward trends displayed in yellow against a dark background. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 13, 2022

Olive Oil Prices Hit Record Highs in Spain After 'Unprecedented' Market Events

Prices for all grades of olive oil shot up after the Spanish and Andalusian governments released official harvest estimates well below initial expectations.

Olive trees in a grove with a pathway and yellow flowers in the foreground. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 12, 2022

Rising Production Prices Force Some Farmers in Sicily to Forgo Harvest

As the harvest season tentatively opens, some farmers have decided not to harvest, while others are working with local authorities to agree on fixed prices.

A large container ship named NYK LINE docked at a busy port surrounded by colorful shipping containers. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 12, 2022

Olive Oil and Agri-Food Exports Rise Even as Italy Re-Enters Trade Deficit

Olive oil exports grew by 17 percent, and total agri-food exports increased by 18 percent in the first half of 2022. However, imports rose faster.

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