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A man and woman sitting together outdoors, both smiling, with cans placed on a table in front of them. - Olive Oil Times
Producer Profiles

Nov. 6, 2023

Making Award-Winning Olive Oil from California’s Centenarian Trees

In the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Guilio Zavolta and Rachelle Bross seek to promote and protect the state’s historic olive trees.

Aerial view of an olive grove with neatly arranged trees on rolling hills. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Nov. 6, 2023

Cautious Optimism as Olive Harvest Gets Underway in California

Estimates suggest olive oil production could reach three million gallons, a significant increase over last year.

Close-up of a Monarch butterfly perched on a green leaf with vibrant orange and black wings. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Oct. 17, 2023

California Olive Farmers Create Pollinator Habitats to Boost Biodiversity

Farmers are cultivating native plants to reverse the effects of climate change on beneficial insect and pollinator habitats.

Silhouette of the Los Angeles skyline with palm trees in the foreground, captured in black and white. - Olive Oil Times
A red-tailed hawk soaring through the air with wings spread wide and talons extended. - Olive Oil Times
Young olive trees planted in green protective sleeves in a field. - Olive Oil Times
Man in a green shirt and cap tasting olive oil from a glass in a vineyard setting. - Olive Oil Times
Vast vineyard landscape featuring rows of young vines with protective white covers in the soil. - Olive Oil Times
Individual in a blue hoodie tending to crops in a field with a tractor in the background. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Sep. 19, 2023

Training Young Farmers on Climate-Smart Practices in California

The Center for Land-Based Learning trains young farmers on olive growing and soil health.

A close-up of a hand holding dark, rich soil with dirt particles visible. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Sep. 13, 2023

California Olive Farmers Embrace Regenerative Agriculture to Combat Climate Challenges

After the initial investment, California farmers say regenerative farming practices enhance soil health, fight pests and improve oil quality.

Vehicles cross over a flood control basin on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, in Palm Desert, Calif.
Production

Aug. 29, 2023

California Olive Oil Producers Weigh the Impact of Tropical Storm Hilary

Producers across Southern California welcomed the unseasonable rainfall and reported only minor damage from flooding and mudslides.

A person pouring olive oil from a glass bottle with a green cap, with oil dripping from the spout. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Aug. 17, 2023

Chemistry Takes Center Stage at Olive Center Course

The workshop is an opportunity to get practical, hands-on experience at a state-of-the-art laboratory

Person pouring freshly harvested green olives from a crate into a container. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Aug. 16, 2023

Community Milling in California: Small Growers Encouraged to Reserve Early

From October through December, mills across California will open their doors to hobby growers.

Close-up of a black irrigation pipe with red valves on the ground. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 14, 2023

State-of-the-Art Irrigation Management Leads to Rising Yields in California

To endure a changing climate, new approaches for managing and optimizing irrigation are paramount.

Close-up of green olive fruits growing on a branch with leaves in natural light. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Aug. 10, 2023

California Producers Keep Olives and Workers Safe in Record Heat

With temperatures breaking records in some parts of the state, producers emphasize the need for irrigation and unconventional working hours.

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Worker processing olives in a facility with machinery and green olives in containers. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Aug. 7, 2023

Growers Prepare for Harvest in Northern Frontier of U.S. Olive Oil Production

Hobby growers and professional producers are optimistic about the upcoming harvest in Oregon.

Aerial view of a vast olive grove with neatly arranged trees and mountains in the background. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Aug. 2, 2023

Spain Reclaims Top Spot as Largest Olive Oil Exporter to U.S.

The removal of trade barriers and changes in strategy by Spanish companies has resulted in a steady increase in olive oil exports to the lucrative U.S. market.

View of a green olive orchard with rows of trees under a blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
Producer Profiles

Aug. 2, 2023

Sustainable Farming is Key to Quality as California Becomes Hotter and Drier

Investing in renewable energy, drip irrigation and organic practices helps the producers behind Spanish Oaks Ranch achieve award-winning quality.

Aerial view of a vast olive grove with neatly arranged trees and mountains in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jul. 19, 2023

Researchers in California Test New Solutions for Olive Fruit Fly

Researchers at the University of California are testing a range of insecticide products for efficacy in controlling olive fruit flies.

Person holding two bottles of Grazia extra virgin olive oil, one large and one small, both with green labels. - Olive Oil Times
Producer Profiles

Jul. 12, 2023

Graza Co-Founder Andrew Benin Is on A Roll

Already in 3,000 stores across the U.S., the upstart Graza has momentum rarely seen in a notoriously crowded and challenging marketplace.

Wooden fence post with vines in front of an olive grove in a rural area. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jun. 29, 2023

Olive Groves in Texas Remain Barren Ahead of Harvest Season

Due to extensive damage from consecutive winters of extremely low temperatures, olive groves in Texas have not borne fruit since the 2020 harvest.

A booth displaying olive oil products at an exhibition with people interacting in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Trade Events

Jun. 28, 2023

Trade Group Highlights Sustainability at Manhattan Tasting Event

The North American Olive Oil Association sought to educate retailers, producers and consumers on the environmental advantages of olive oil production over other options.

New Holland olive harvester unloading olives into a red trailer attached to a blue tractor. - Olive Oil Times
Producer Profiles

Jun. 26, 2023

Georgia’s Largest Olive Oil Producer Gears Up for Its (Very) Early Harvest

While drought is not an issue in the Peach State, humidity and hurricanes are not uncommon during Georgia’s late summer harvest.

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