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Feb. 21, 2022
Italian Politicians Condemn Nutri-Score As Antithetical to MedDiet
Italy's foreign minister sought to promote the European adoption of Nutrinform Battery at a series of events. Nutri-Score’s founder responds that the criticism is misguided.
Feb. 21, 2022
In Montenegro, Producers Join in World Competition Bid
Working together, Montenegrin producers hope to replicate neighboring Croatia’s success at the World Olive Oil Competition.
Feb. 16, 2022
Oliva: How Ancient Fables Become Award-Winning Olive Oils
Combining local varieties from ancient and young trees with organic practices and Sicilian terroir help Francesca Oliva's oils stand out.
Feb. 15, 2022 N. America
Yale Researchers Identify Six Target U.S. Audiences for Climate Change Messaging
Feb. 15, 2022 Business
Introduction of Samurai Wasp Proving Effective Against Stink Bugs in Italy
Feb. 15, 2022 News Briefs
Croatia’s Brač Olive Oil Receives PDO Status from European Commission
Feb. 11, 2022 Business
Feb. 10, 2022 Health
App Allows Consumers to Personalize Nutri-Score for Individual Lifestyles
Feb. 10, 2022
New Rules in Italy Set Standards for Oleotourism Operators
The rules create guidelines for certified operators two years after oletourism's inclusion in the national budget.
Feb. 9, 2022
Brussels Ramps up Pressure on Washington to Drop Black Olive Tariffs
Despite the November 2021 ruling from the World Trade Organization, the United States has yet to drop its anti-subsidy tariffs on Spanish ripe table olive imports.
Feb. 9, 2022
Hydrocarbon Fingerprinting Helps E.U. Researchers Verify Olive Oil Provenance
The researchers said the new method accounts for a variety of factors and allows for cheaper and simpler identification of olive oil’s geographical origin.
Feb. 8, 2022
Officials Hope Winning Results Spur Olive Production in Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina has experienced faster growth in olive tree cultivation than any other European country since 1977. Quality has also improved.
Feb. 7, 2022
Farmers Are Facing the Brunt of Portugal’s Worsening Drought
Experts warn that the absence of significant rainfalls in the coming months will degrade water quality and strain irrigation-dependent crops, including some olive groves.
Feb. 7, 2022
A Carbon Credit Market in Italy Provides New Revenue Streams for Olive Growers
The carbon market will help businesses unable to reach net-zero emissions on their own and promote more environmentally-friendly olive growing practices, supporters say.
Feb. 7, 2022
Europe’s New Sustainable Agricultural Policies Will Make Foods Even More Expensive, Farmers Warn
Farmers and cooperatives are uneasy with the new European Union policy aimed at sustainable food production and its effects on prices.
Jan. 27, 2022
Olive Oil Production in Lebanon Becomes Nearly Impossible as Crises Deepen
Local olive oil has become a luxury for most of the population amid financial and political turmoil.
Jan. 21, 2022
Production Costs Set for Steep Rise in Italy
Producers associations warn production costs could increase by 12 percent in 2022, fueled by rising energy prices and raw material costs.
Jan. 19, 2022
Olive Groves Continue Steady Expansion Across Spain
The number of olive groves in Spain increased by 19,230 hectares last year. The Canary Islands and Castilla y Leon experienced the most growth.
Jan. 18, 2022
Health Professionals in France Endorse Widespread Adoption of Nutri-Score
Health providers in France have asked the federal government to lobby the European Commission in support of the widespread adoption of the controversial front-of-pack label system.
Jan. 17, 2022
European Bank Provides New Funds for Olive Growing and Irrigation Projects in Tunisia
The combined €55 million in funding comes as officials in the Italian olive oil sector call on the European Commission to end its duty-free import quotas from Tunisia.
Jan. 17, 2022
After Big Gains, Spanish Olive Oil Prices Begin Year Steady
Growing consumption outside of the Mediterranean basin coupled with a strong 2021 harvest in Spain and weaker harvests elsewhere saw prices rise €3.00 per liter.
Jan. 17, 2022
Less Support for Spain’s Traditional Growers in New CAP, Expert Warns
Instead of going directly to farmers, funds will be provided to producer organizations that fulfill the necessary criteria. Olive farmers are expected to lose out.
Jan. 10, 2022
Italy’s Farchioni Becomes First Major Olive Oil Company to Receive Sustainability Certification
The company's environmental reports fall in line with the Untied Nations’ 17 sustainable development goals, Italian authorities confirmed.