May. 14, 2021
As Restrictions Loosen in Italy, Farmhouses Anticipate Tourism Boom
With about one-third of olive oil sales in Italy going to the restaurant sector, the shift of tourists to the countryside is likely to impact consumption.
May. 13, 2021
Effort to Stem Spread of Olive Pathogen Using Grafted Trees Fails in Spain
After a four-year trial, researchers said that grafting traditional Andalusian varieties with Verticillium wilt-resistant ones was ineffective.
May. 11, 2021
Olive Oil Sales Continue to Surge in Spain
The latest figures confirm a growing trend in domestic and international markets.
May. 10, 2021 News Briefs
Steep Fall in Spanish Olive Oil Exports to U.K. Since Brexit
May. 10, 2021 World
May. 6, 2021 Business
May. 6, 2021 World
Despite Tariffs, Spanish Olive Oil Exports to U.S. Rose to Begin Fiscal Year
May. 4, 2021 Business
Legislation Restricting Use of 'California' on Olive Oil Labels Gains Momentum
May. 4, 2021
Producers in Greece Generate Electricity with Olive Mill Wastewater
Producers can save money and be more sustainable by shipping olive mill wastewater to local biogas production plants.
May. 3, 2021
Spanish Politicians Call on Biden to Drop Black Olive Tariffs Ahead of E.U. Summit
The meeting comes ahead of two important deadlines that will shape future trading relations between Spain and the U.S.
May. 3, 2021
Greek Producers Await Reopening of Restaurants, Tourism
Industry professionals believe that the reopening of the food businesses could put the stagnant market back in motion.
Apr. 30, 2021
Olive Growers in Jaén Protest Aid Reduction in New Budget
The stopgap budget will fund the agriculture sector until the new Common Agricultural Policy comes into force in 2023.
Apr. 29, 2021
Spain’s 'Sea of Olives' Among the Candidates for UNESCO Recognition
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization will vote on whether to recognize the 1.5-million-hectare olive tree forest that stretches across Andalusia.
Apr. 29, 2021
Labor Shortages, Recent Floods Create 'Insane Situation' as Australian Harvest Begins
Growers and producers hopeful of a bumper harvest after last year’s “oil drought” are scrambling to find solutions for dire labor shortages due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Apr. 29, 2021
Spanish Olive Growers Replacing Century-Old Trees With Young Ones
Intensive olive farming around the world has led Spanish olive growers to cut down ancient trees to remain competitive.
Apr. 29, 2021
Olives Among Foods with Lowest Level of Pesticide Residues in Europe, Study Finds
A report by the European Food Safety Agency shows contaminant levels on olives among the lowest of all foods available to consumers.
Apr. 26, 2021
South American Olive Oil Conference Goes Online
Attendees can listen to prerecorded lectures on a range of topics online. Presenters see this as a positive step for the continent’s olive oil sector.
Apr. 26, 2021
World Olive Oil Competition Entries Way Up From Turkey, Croatia, Italy, Greece
Producers signed up in record numbers to compete on the world stage, and many submitted new product variations to distinguish their brands in the global marketplace.
Apr. 22, 2021
Producers Puzzled by Turkish Ban on Bulk Olive Oil Exports
In a season where 220,000 tons were produced, Turkey has stopped bulk olive oil exports until the end of next October.
Apr. 20, 2021
Olive Oil Consumption Hits Record High in Australia
The International Olive Council predicts that Australians will consume 51,000 tons of olive oil in the 2020/21 fiscal campaign ahead of what could be a record harvest for producers.
Apr. 20, 2021
Researchers Investigate Origins of White Tripolitaine Olive in Libya
They are are working to determine the best varieties for Libyan olive production.
Apr. 20, 2021
Second European Parliament Committee Votes to Exclude Olive Oil From Nutri-Score
Spanish MEP Jordi Cañas pushed for the amendment calling on the European Commission to consider exempting single-ingredient food items from any pan-European labeling system.
Apr. 16, 2021
Wild Edible Vegetables, a Hidden Gem of Greek Cuisine
Organic and always served with olive oil, wild veggies are a staple dish in Greece and a source of vitamins and nutrients.