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 News Briefs
Heatwave Could Curtail Olive Oil Production in Spain, Minister Warns
Aug. 10, 2022 World
Aug. 10, 2022 Production
Aug. 10, 2022 News Briefs
Brussels Approves Plan to Use Treated Wastewater for Irrigation
Aug. 10, 2022 Health
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.
Jul. 25, 2022
Rising Olive Oil Prices Do Not Slow Consumption in Europe
Growing demand from households and the recovery of the foodservice sector are the main drivers increasing olive oil sales in the E.U.
Jul. 25, 2022
Europe Reconsiders Pesticide Ban as Global Food Crisis Looms
The Commission had proposed an ambitious plan to cut pesticide use in half by 2020. Nearly half of E.U. member states oppose the move.
Jul. 25, 2022
Brazil's Largest Producer Celebrates a Triumphant Harvest
Prosperato enjoyed a record harvest in and won four awards at the World Olive Oil Competition.
Jul. 19, 2022
Sicilian and Sardinian Growers Triumph in World Competition
The judges acknowledged the results of a growing organic approach and an established know-how from producers on Italyās two largest islands.
Jul. 18, 2022
After lengthy negotiations, the European Union is one step closer to the goal of becoming carbon neutral within 2050.
Jul. 18, 2022
2022 Wildfire Season Expected to Be Europeās Worst
In the first six months of 2022, hectares burned by wildfires have nearly matched the damage in all of 2021, with the peak season yet to come.
Jul. 18, 2022
New Financial Aid for Apulian Millers Crippled by Xylella Fastidiosa
Millers will be eligible for payments of up to ā¬200,000. The new ā¬35 million funding is part of the broader olive sector recovery plan.
Jul. 18, 2022
Spain Launches a New Strategy Against Desertification
Desertification in the worldās top olive oil-producing country is being fueled by the ongoing drought and poor land management practices.