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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 Business
Nov. 1, 2017 Producer Profiles
Oct. 23, 2017 N. America
Wildfires Not Expected to Impact Record Olive Oil Production in California
Oct. 17, 2017 N. America
Oct. 10, 2017 World
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.
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.