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Mar. 5, 2018
Fighting for the Future of Canola With Genetic Engineering
Seed companies are engaging in a high-stakes effort to develop new clubroot-resistant seeds in order to protect Canada's $21 billion canola oil industry.
Feb. 27, 2018
Winners and Losers in the Growing American Market for Bulk Imports
Some exporters have been able to take advantage of the growing American demand for bulk olive oil.
Feb. 5, 2018
Beef and Olive Oil Deal Breakers in Ongoing EU-Mercosur Talks
Sensitive agricultural products are the sticking points in the almost two-decade-long negotiations of the EU-Mercosur Association Agreement.
Jan. 22, 2018 Trade Events
Simplifying Science is the Goal of New U.S. Marketing Campaign
Jan. 17, 2018 N. America
Jan. 10, 2018 Food & Cooking
Restaurant, Wine Retailer Team Up to Pair Wines, Olive Oils and Foods
Dec. 22, 2017 World
Dec. 15, 2017 Business
Dec. 13, 2017
American Lab Recertified by Olive Council
Eurofins remains the only privately owned American laboratory to receive the IOC recognition.
Nov. 30, 2017
After Wildfires, California Producers Find Inspiration in Harvest
California olive growers discuss this year's expected yields, as well as the challenges and rewards of their work.
Nov. 8, 2017
Cobram Estate's New Chef Wants to 'Set the Tone' for California's Olive Oil Culture
Kevin O'Connor has spent the last few months learning all he can about olive oil as the resident chef for the Australian brand that recently set up shop in the U.S.
Nov. 3, 2017
'Veronica Foods' Lawsuit Dismissed
A lawsuit filed last year by the North American Olive Oil Association against the distributor to specialty shops was dismissed after the court found that "standing had not been established."
Nov. 1, 2017
California Olive Ranch Looks Abroad
CEO Gregg Kelley called an alliance with producers in Argentina “an opportunity to bring a diverse portfolio to our customers while growing our network of farms and grower partners.”
Oct. 23, 2017
Wildfires Not Expected to Impact Record Olive Oil Production in California
The 2017 harvest is on track for a record production of 4.3 million gallons, according to the California Olive Oil Council.
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
California Olive Ranch Pursues Regenerative Agriculture
COR is aiming to become one of the first large, permanent crop farmers to effectively pursue a regenerative agriculture approach, which entails slashing waste and reusing byproducts.
Sep. 18, 2017
California Olive Ranch: Defying Tradition
With a focus on technology, Gregg Kelley and his team seek to produce high-quality olive oil on a large scale.
Sep. 11, 2017
California's International Culinary Center to Host 3rd Olive Oil Sommelier Program
An international faculty of renowned experts will guide students through more than 100 olive oil samples from 26 countries in the world’s most comprehensive curriculum in olive oil quality assessment.
Aug. 29, 2017
Temecula Partners With Home Builder to Create Community Centered Around Olives
Temecula Olive Oil Company is working with a real estate developer on their upcoming Miralon residential project, a modern community built around olive groves.
Aug. 16, 2017
California Olive Ranch Joins with S. American Producers in New 'Americas Blend'
The leading American olive oil producer is sourcing oils from South America in its continuing pursuit of market share.
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.