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Aug. 26, 2022
Initial Estimates Forecast 1M Tons of Olive Oil Production in Spain
The ongoing drought and scorching summer temperatures are being blamed for the significant production decrease across Spain.
Aug. 26, 2022
Olive Center Expands Olive Oil Education to Adolescents and Children
The goal of the program is to teach children how to identify common defects and learn how to cook with olive oil from a young age.
Aug. 23, 2022
Monogram Cultivates Success Through Teamwork in Greece
The four young co-founders of Monogram used their professional backgrounds to found an award-winning olive oil brand in Kalamata.
Aug. 18, 2022 Producer Profiles
Agricultural Entrepreneur Has Sights Set on Brazilās Olive Oil Sector
Aug. 18, 2022 Business
Aug. 18, 2022 News Briefs
Olive Growers in Extremadura Brace for 'Worst Harvest in History'
Aug. 18, 2022 Business
Wildfires Stress the Importance of Crop Insurance in Croatia
Aug. 16, 2022 Business
Olive Grove Expansion Threatens Endangered Bird Species in Spain
Aug. 16, 2022
Challenges Abound for Spainās 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.
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.
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.
Aug. 10, 2022
Heatwave Could Curtail Olive Oil Production in Spain, Minister Warns
Along with a steep fall in the quantity of olive oil produced, some analysts are worried quality could decrease significantly too.
Aug. 10, 2022
An Olive Tree Garden of Peace is Innagurated on Crete
The grove comprises 21 olive varieties from countries around the world. Its creators hope it fosters a sense of peace and community among olive-producing nations.
Aug. 10, 2022
In Efforts to Promote Quality, Italy Focuses on Olive Mills
Upgrading technology, improving techniques and promoting sustainability are at the core of efforts to add value to Italian olive oils.
Aug. 10, 2022
Brussels Approves Plan to Use Treated Wastewater for Irrigation
Brussels has published new guidelines paving the way for the widespread use of treated urban wastewater in agriculture.
Aug. 10, 2022
Nutri-Score Algorithm Update Improves Olive Oil Scores
With the update, Nutri-Score will differentiate between the type of fat content and consider micronutrients. Both factors will result in a higher score for olive oil.
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.
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.
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 itemās Nutri-Score ranking and give more emphasis to micronutrients and additives.
Aug. 2, 2022
The Bid to Boost Olive Oil Quality on Crete
The islandās olive oil sector is looking to implement modern cultivating methods and production practices to improve quality and add value.
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.
Aug. 1, 2022
In Japan, Producers Reflect on An Award-Winning Year
Producers in Japan combined to earn a record-tying four Gold Awards and two Silver Awards, overcoming formidable harvest-year challenges.
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.