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Europe / page 77

Layered blue mountain landscape featuring rolling hills and valleys in various shades of blue. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 16, 2022

Challenges Abound for Spain’s Olive Oil Producers

High prices have buoyed the sector for much of the past year and a half, but rising production costs and persistent drought mean significant challenges lie ahead.

A market display featuring tomatoes, green beans, and other vegetables with price signs. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 10, 2022

Rising Olive Oil Exports Fuel Trade Surplus in Andalusia

High prices at origin and shortages of sunflower oil have led to increasing olive oil exports by value around Europe and the world.

Round wheel of Castelmagno cheese with a blue and white label on a wooden surface. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 10, 2022

Italian Antitrust Authority Prohibits Use of Nutri-Score on Some Products

The decision specifically focuses on products with a protected geographical indicator. Some retailers removed all products labeled with Nutri-Score from their shelves.

Row of mature olive trees in a dry landscape with a plowed field in the background. - Olive Oil Times
A group of nine individuals posing in front of a sign that reads 'The Garden of Peace'. - Olive Oil Times
A group of individuals observing a demonstration of the olive oil production process in a facility. - Olive Oil Times
Water treatment facility with a view of the sunset reflecting on the water surface. - Olive Oil Times
Nutri-Score label displaying grades A to E in a colorful format on a blue background. - Olive Oil Times
An aircraft releasing water to combat a wildfire in a mountainous region with smoke rising from the ground. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 4, 2022

Thousands of Olive Trees Destroyed by Wildfires in Tuscany

High temperatures, windy weather and dry soil served as a catalyst for the estimated 279 wildfires burning across the central Italian region.

Dirt path flanked by stone walls leading through an agricultural area with greenery. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 3, 2022

A New Project to Promote Olive Oil Roads in Puglia

A new law provides funds to mark dedicated networks of olive oil roads, including farmers, tourism venues, millers and local municipalities.

Person holding a smartphone displaying a food review app with various food items and ratings. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Aug. 3, 2022

Food Health App Receives Green Light in Italy After Curtailing Nutri-Score Influence

The Yuka app will lower the importance of a food item’s Nutri-Score ranking and give more emphasis to micronutrients and additives.

Three individuals engaged in a conversation, featuring two men and one woman, each with distinct expressions. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Aug. 2, 2022

The Bid to Boost Olive Oil Quality on Crete

The island’s olive oil sector is looking to implement modern cultivating methods and production practices to improve quality and add value.

Expansive olive grove with rows of olive trees on rolling hills under a clear sky. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Aug. 1, 2022

Climate Change Taking a Toll on Andalusian Olive Oil Production

Experts said farmers and producers must invest in modern irrigation infrastructure and prevent soil degradation to mitigate the impacts of climate change on Spanish producers.

Aerial view showing an olive grove with trees and agricultural land in a rural setting. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Aug. 1, 2022

Xylella Fastidiosa Containment Protocol Proves Effective in Puglia

Groves following the treatment protocol to prevent the spread of the disease are healthy and produce award-winning olive oil.

Woman with brown hair holding a bottle of olive oil while examining products on a shelf in a grocery store. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Jul. 25, 2022

Rising Olive Oil Prices Do Not Slow Consumption in Europe

Growing demand from households and the recovery of the foodservice sector are the main drivers increasing olive oil sales in the E.U.

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Tractor equipped with spraying apparatus working in a vineyard with rows of grapevines. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jul. 25, 2022

Europe Reconsiders Pesticide Ban as Global Food Crisis Looms

The Commission had proposed an ambitious plan to cut pesticide use in half by 2020. Nearly half of E.U. member states oppose the move.

Three men standing outdoors, one with an arm around another, all smiling at the camera. - Olive Oil Times
The Best Olive Oils

Jul. 19, 2022

Sicilian and Sardinian Growers Triumph in World Competition

The judges acknowledged the results of a growing organic approach and an established know-how from producers on Italy’s two largest islands.

Night view of an industrial oil refinery with illuminated structures and smoke emissions from chimneys. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jul. 18, 2022

A Plan to Decarbonize Europe

After lengthy negotiations, the European Union is one step closer to the goal of becoming carbon neutral within 2050.

A hillside engulfed in flames during a wildfire, with smoke and orange glow visible. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Jul. 18, 2022

2022 Wildfire Season Expected to Be Europe’s Worst

In the first six months of 2022, hectares burned by wildfires have nearly matched the damage in all of 2021, with the peak season yet to come.

A group of olive trees with bare branches in a dry field under a clear blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Jul. 18, 2022

New Financial Aid for Apulian Millers Crippled by Xylella Fastidiosa

Millers will be eligible for payments of up to €200,000. The new €35 million funding is part of the broader olive sector recovery plan.

A riverbank scene featuring a calm waterway bordered by vegetation and sandy areas. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jul. 18, 2022

Spain Launches a New Strategy Against Desertification

Desertification in the world’s top olive oil-producing country is being fueled by the ongoing drought and poor land management practices.

Close-up view of a stone bridge arching over a calm body of water with visible textures and reflections. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jul. 13, 2022

Olive Oil Production Expected to Decrease in Italy Due to Ongoing Drought

After a promising start to 2022, with plenty of blossoms on the olive trees, heat and dry weather have led to a significant fruit drop and a lower-than-expected harvest.

Two individuals harvesting olives in a field, wearing gloves and using buckets for collection. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Jul. 13, 2022

Agricultural Incomes Rise in Andalusia, Boosted by Resurgent Olive Oil Sector

Andalusian agricultural income exceeded €10 billion for the first time, spurred on by a 77-percent increase in the value of its olive oil production.

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