Oct. 17, 2017
Olive Oil Importers Name New Director
The North American Olive Oil Association has named Colavita attorney Joseph R. Profaci executive director of the trade group.
Oct. 10, 2017
'Apocalyptic' Scenes in Napa and Sonoma
Communities along Northern California's famous wine region have been ravaged by wildfires that came out of nowhere.
Oct. 10, 2017
24 Achieve Olive Oil Sommelier Certification After Intensive Week in California
They join the growing ranks of sommeliers around the world -- ambassadors of olive oil who will, in turn, educate others on matters of olive oil quality, usage, and appreciation.
Oct. 9, 2017 World
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Temecula Partners With Home Builder to Create Community Centered Around Olives
Aug. 16, 2017 Business
California Olive Ranch Joins with S. American Producers in New 'Americas Blend'
Aug. 14, 2017
U.S. Approves Release of Genetically Engineered Moths in NY State
Plans to release genetically engineered moths in upstate New York to control invasive pests have been approved by the USDA.
Aug. 8, 2017
Spanish Olive Farmers Concerned Over Possible 'Protectionist' US Measures
European table olive producers are growing concerned over the possibility of facing harsh measures as soon as September.
Aug. 7, 2017
COOC's Patricia Darragh: 20 Years With California Olive Oil
Patricia Darragh discussed advances in standards and education, and her own fiery passion for the olive oil industry.
Aug. 2, 2017
Organizers of the annual course say it is designed for "those who have never processed olives to those who have been milling for decades."
Jul. 31, 2017
European Exporters to Benefit From Collapse of US Import Tax Proposal
Large American retailers succeeded in stopping plans for hundreds of millions of dollars in new taxes on olive oil imports into the United States.
Jul. 20, 2017
Bring It On: Olive Oil Importers Welcome More Testing by FDA
Members of the House Committee on Appropriations have called on the Food and Drug Administration to update its report on the authenticity of extra virgin olive oil sold in the U.S.
Jul. 17, 2017
U.S. Probes Allegations of Spanish Olive Dumping
The U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. International Trade Commission are investigating whether Spanish olive companies are violating fair trade laws and receiving unfair subsidies.
Jul. 5, 2017
Veronica's 'Trade Secrets' Are No Secret, Judge Finds
A California judge found that "the mere fact that MillPress began selling oil and vinegar to stores previously supplied by Veronica Foods is to be expected from a new wholesaler entering the market."
Jun. 29, 2017
Taiwan Study Adds Little to Differentiation Measures, IOC Says
As Taiwan's FDA targets esters in their efforts to aid in differentiation, the International Olive Council said a recent study contributes little to the cause.
Jun. 16, 2017
Against All Odds: The First Olive Oil From Canada
The very first 100 percent Canadian extra virgin olive oil did not come easy for pioneers George and Sheri Braun.
Jun. 10, 2017
Where to Buy 100 of the World's Best Olive Oils
More than one hundred of this year's award-winning olive oils are a click away on the Best Olive Oils Marketplace.
Jun. 7, 2017
UC Davis Researcher's Rant Continues: Olive Oil 'Does Not Promote Health'
A University of California at Davis researcher and a faculty member of its Medical Center, Rosane Oliveira, said olive oil “does not actually promote health in and of itself.”
Jun. 6, 2017
Gourmet Olive Oil Under the Baja Sun
Northern Baja California is emerging as another regional producer of gourmet quality olives and olive oils.
May. 16, 2017
Deoleo Plans 'Biggest Ever' Promotional Campaign
The world's largest olive oil company says it will launch the largest promotional campaign in its history to draw consumers to its flagship brands and use more olive oil in general.
May. 14, 2017
Texas to Host First Olive Oil Conference
The Texas Association of Olive Oil is hosting the first-ever conference in that state for the young industry.