Sol&Agrifood took place from 15 to 18 April at Veronafiere, together with Enolitech, the international exhibition of olive oil and wine technologies, and Vinitaly, the world largest exhibition dedicated to the wine sector.

An olive tree growing on a hillside with eroded soil and patches of grass. - Olive Oil Times

World

Apr. 19, 2018

Landslide in Western Greece Sweeps Olive Trees Away

About 2,500 centenarian olive trees were swallowed by the tumbling soil.

Cut tree stump with visible rings and bark remnants in a natural environment. - Olive Oil Times

Apr. 17, 2018 World

Xylella Marches On: Lethal Olive Disease Discovered in Central Spain

Group photo of winners holding awards at the 26th Ercole Olivario event. - Olive Oil Times

Apr. 17, 2018 Fairs, Competitions

Sardinia, Lazio Shine at 26th 'Ercole Olivario'

Bottles of Bertolli Classico and Extra Light olive oil lined up on a shelf. - Olive Oil Times

Apr. 12, 2018 Business

Deoleo Agrees to Settle Lawsuit for $7 Million

Collection of different oil bottles in various shapes and colors arranged together. - Olive Oil Times

Apr. 12, 2018 Business

Greeks Lament EU Decision That Allows Enriching Seed Oils With Phenols

Four office workstations with ergonomic chairs and adjustable lighting in various colors. - Olive Oil Times

Apr. 12, 2018 Business

Row in Spain Over Tasting Panels Heats Up

Woman with long dark hair wearing a yellow sweater while preparing food in a kitchen. - Olive Oil Times

Business

Apr. 9, 2018

Bertolli Inks Deal with Celebrity Chef Laura Vitale

The leading olive oil brand partnered with the popular chef to promote olive oil, healthy food and a laid-back Italian lifestyle.

Individual holding a large plastic bottle of oil while speaking during a video call. - Olive Oil Times

Asia

Apr. 9, 2018

Olive Oil Products Fraud Uncovered in China

Growing demand has also spurred illegal operations stretching from Beijing to Guangzhou, churning out mislabeled, inferior and counterfeit olive oil.

Chrysler Building illuminated at night among other skyscrapers in New York City. - Olive Oil Times

World

Apr. 3, 2018

An Olive Oil Immersion in New York

Producers, food industry professionals and journalists will be attending the 2018 NYIOOC on April 26 -- and many will stay for a comprehensive 6-day course in olive oil sensory assessment.

A variety of colorful spices, snacks, and packaged goods arranged in a market setting. - Olive Oil Times

Business

Apr. 3, 2018

India Increases Duties on Olive Oil Again

The Indian government continues its trend of raising import duty rates on olive oil.

Scenic view of Venice's architecture from a vaporetto on the water. - Olive Oil Times

Business

Apr. 2, 2018

Venice's 'Vaporettos' Fueled With Biodiesel From Used Cooking Oil

For seven months, the waterbuses of Venice will be fueled with renewable biodiesel produced through the conversion of used vegetable cooking oil.

Multiple European Union flags waving in front of a modern glass building. - Olive Oil Times

Food & Cooking

Mar. 29, 2018

Europe Launches 'Knowledge Centre' To Tackle Food Fraud

The Knowledge Centre for Food Fraud and Quality has been set up in response to consumer concerns about food products most susceptible to tampering or adulteration like olive oil, wine, honey, dairy, fish, meat and poultry.

Three men filling bottles with olive oil from a large container in a processing facility. - Olive Oil Times

World

Mar. 27, 2018

A New Generation Leads Laconiko to Excellence

The Pierrakos family has lifted a farm in Greece from a workaday livelihood to an inspired enterprise that produces award-winning oils infused with their vision, passion and purpose

Europe

Mar. 27, 2018

European Commission Seeks Feedback on Labeling Rules

Actors in the olive oil sector and consumers have been asked for their feedback on proposed amendments to EU rules on the labeling of olive oil.

Individual using a tool to harvest olives from a tree branch in an outdoor setting. - Olive Oil Times

Europe

Mar. 26, 2018

Organic Farming, High Quality Often Hand In Hand

Farms like Antica Quercia Verde, among the best organic brands of the year, are contributing to Italy's leadership in the sector.

Colorful line graph displaying financial market data with various trends and indicators. - Olive Oil Times

Europe

Mar. 26, 2018

Olive Oil Prices Slip in European Markets

Prices of olive oil show a decline from last year in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

A person reaching for a green bottle of olive oil on a supermarket shelf. - Olive Oil Times

Europe

Mar. 19, 2018

Report Advises Greek Exporters to Innovate

After an analysis of the American olive oil market, the Greek Embassy in Washington says innovation is the key for Greek olive oil exporters.

Two men preparing seedling pots filled with soil in a garden setting. - Olive Oil Times

Business

Mar. 19, 2018

Pakistan Plants More Olive Trees

Pakistan's olive plantation campaign continues with the planting of over three million saplings in two provinces.

Man in a black jacket holding sand in his hand in an olive grove with a woman in the background. - Olive Oil Times

World

Mar. 12, 2018

Revolution, Hope and Tunisian Olive Oil

Raouf Ellouze and Karim Fitouri were drawn back to Tunisia at times of political upheaval and change. Now, they want to help Tunisia become known for world-class olive oil.

Ancient olive trees with gnarled trunks in a grove surrounded by greenery. - Olive Oil Times

Business

Mar. 12, 2018

Consumers in Spain Don't Appreciate Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Researchers Say

The established position of conventional extra virgin olive oil in Spain leaves little room for its organic version.

A panoramic view of a mountainous landscape featuring rolling hills and rocky terrain under a clear blue sky. - Olive Oil Times

Production

Mar. 9, 2018

Drought Likely to Continue in Parts of Spain

In spite of a wet March, Spain is expected to experience another hot and dry summer, which is increasingly becoming the new normal.