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Sep. 18, 2019
Spanish Black Olive Exports to U.S. Halved Since Tariffs Imposed
Since tariffs were imposed in August 2018, Spanish olive producers and exporters have lost more than $50 million.
Sep. 17, 2019
Israel Requests Documents About Its Exclusion from Olive Council Meeting
The Israeli embassy in Madrid told the International Olive Council it does not recognize any of the decisions made at the 109th session.
Sep. 12, 2019
Six Years With No Cure: The Continuing Consequences of Xylella
While the body of research on Xylella fastidiosa has expanded significantly since its discovery, so has the complexity of the disease. With no cure in sight, farmers must learn to adapt.
Sep. 10, 2019 World
Sep. 10, 2019 World
Deoleo Campaign Features a Taste Test by Indian Grandmothers
Sep. 9, 2019 Business
Sep. 9, 2019 Production
Sep. 8, 2019 News Briefs
Sep. 5, 2019
Italy Failed to Fulfil Obligations to Prevent Spread of Xylella, EU Court Finds
The EU Court's judgment concluded the first phase of an infringement procedure opened in 2015 and found Italy liable for the payment of court costs.
Sep. 5, 2019
Table Olive Yield Predictions in Spain Move Lower
From an original yield of 590,000 tons, Spain's Interprofessional Table Olive Association has already revised this figure down by more than 10 percent. Depending on climatic conditions, the final yield could be even lower.
Sep. 5, 2019
Bonsai Masters: The Art of Olive Bonsai
In South Africa, members of a local bonsai society are taking the ancient Japanese art form and applying it to some of the country's native miniature olive trees.
Sep. 5, 2019
Making 'Magic' at Domaine de La Vallongue
Near Saint Rémy-de-Provence, Domaine de La Vallongue grows five varieties typical in the Vallée des Baux to craft its award-winning blend.
Sep. 4, 2019
Australian Woman Pleads Guilty to Importing Plants Known to Carry Xylella
The chairwoman of the Australian Garlic Association pleaded guilty to ten charges after putting the agricultural sector at “great risk.”
Sep. 4, 2019
Optimistic Forecasts for Harvest in Italy
Under the current conditions, the yield could exceed 315,000 tons -- lower than the average of the last decade, but still better than in recent years.
Sep. 4, 2019
Syrian Women Given the Chance to Learn New Skills From Italian Farmers
Seven small-scale Syrian farmers were given new hope for a better future as they learned new skills from farming communities in Piedmont and Liguria.
Sep. 2, 2019
In Australia, Advocates Call for Improved Health Rating for Olive Oil
An independent report commissioned by the Australian government recommended that olive oil's health star rating should not be improved due to its saturated fat content. Opponents said the report misses the bigger health picture.
Sep. 2, 2019
Portugal Anticipates Record Yield
A 40 percent increase in olive oil production is expected when harvesting begins in October. Total production is expected to reach 140,000 tons, up from 100,000 tons last year.
Aug. 29, 2019
Climate Change Poses Threat to Global GDP, Study Finds
New data reveals that global GDP per capita will decrease by 7.22 percent by 2100 if average global temperatures continue to rise. For several olive-producing countries in the Mediterranean basin, the figure may be much higher.
Aug. 29, 2019
EU Agriculture Commissioner Pledges Support for Spanish Olive Sector
Phil Hogan has promised to intervene in order to protect the interests of Spanish olive oil producers if prices do not rebound. Varied production forecasts and trade uncertainties make it unclear whether this will happen.
Aug. 28, 2019
Producers in California Expect a Return to Normal Yields This Season
The California Olive Oil Council estimates that olive oil production will reach about 4.0 million gallons this year, a 135 percent increase compared with last year's dismal harvest.
Aug. 26, 2019
U.S. Lawmakers Warn Against Trump Tariffs on E.U. Olive Oil
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has come together to warn that tariffs on European Union olive oil imports will lead to higher prices and could cause olive oil shortages.
Aug. 26, 2019
In Rajasthan, Plans to Introduce Wine Made From Olive Leaves
Indian olive entrepreneurs plan to produce what may be the world's first olive wine in Rajasthan.
Aug. 26, 2019
Amazon Wildfires Threaten the EU - Mercosur Trade Deal
Fearing environmental destruction in the Amazonia due to the thousands of fires, European countries are asking for guarantees from Brazil that the fires will be dealt with before concluding the pact.