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Chef smelling a blue cup during an olive oil tasting session in a professional kitchen. - Olive Oil Times
World

Sep. 11, 2017

California's International Culinary Center to Host 3rd Olive Oil Sommelier Program

An international faculty of renowned experts will guide students through more than 100 olive oil samples from 26 countries in the world’s most comprehensive curriculum in olive oil quality assessment.

Two combine harvesters working in a field surrounded by dust during harvest season. - Olive Oil Times
World

Sep. 11, 2017

New Research Highlights Role of Agriculture in Climate Change

Researchers have estimated the amount of carbon lost worldwide through agricultural practices to be 133 billion tons.

A forest fire burning in the darkness, with flames and smoke visible among trees. - Olive Oil Times
World

Sep. 7, 2017

Can Olive Trees Protect From Forest Fires?

After forest fires raged this summer across the Mediterranean, authorities are looking to olive groves and vineyards as fire-resistant alternatives.

A panoramic view of a golf course featuring water hazards and palm trees with mountains in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Olive trees on a hillside with a view of the sea and mountains in the background. - Olive Oil Times
A man walking along a gravel path in an olive grove with trees on either side. - Olive Oil Times
A vibrant assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables arranged at a market stall with price tags. - Olive Oil Times
Individual reaching for a bottle of olive oil on a grocery store shelf with various products. - Olive Oil Times
A close-up image of a moth perched on a green leaf with a blurred background. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 14, 2017

U.S. Approves Release of Genetically Engineered Moths in NY State

Plans to release genetically engineered moths in upstate New York to control invasive pests have been approved by the USDA.

A vast field of sunflowers under a sunset sky with golden hues and green foliage. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 10, 2017

Tensions Increasing Between World's Two Largest Producers of Sunflower Seed Oil

Ukraine and Russia account for over half the world's sunflower oil production. As military tensions escalate between them, the marketplace for sunflower and other cooking oils may be affected.

Close-up image of shiny black olives arranged closely together. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 8, 2017

Spanish Olive Farmers Concerned Over Possible 'Protectionist' US Measures

European table olive producers are growing concerned over the possibility of facing harsh measures as soon as September.

A couple standing together in an olive grove, smiling at the camera. - Olive Oil Times
Health

Aug. 8, 2017

The Unstoppable Journey of Yanni's Olive Grove

How this resourceful Greek couple transformed their struggling olive tree business into an award-winning olive oil producer on the frontlines of cutting-edge research in the battle against Alzheimer's.

A woman with short blonde hair sitting at a table with olive oil bottles at an exhibition. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Aug. 7, 2017

COOC's Patricia Darragh: 20 Years With California Olive Oil

Patricia Darragh discussed advances in standards and education, and her own fiery passion for the olive oil industry.

Production

Aug. 2, 2017

Master Milling Course Returns

Organizers of the annual course say it is designed for "those who have never processed olives to those who have been milling for decades."

Woman inspecting a bottle of olive oil in a grocery store aisle filled with various products. - Olive Oil Times
Grades

Aug. 1, 2017

'Oleum' Project Seeks Better Solutions to Protect Olive Oil Authenticity

Part of Europe's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program is an ambitious plan to find common approaches and analytical tools to check the quality and authenticity of olive oil.

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A vendor weighing apples at a market while another vendor assists a customer in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jul. 31, 2017

Europol Warns Fake Products on the Rise Across EU

Europol has warned producers and consumers of the continuing misuse and counterfeiting of geographical indication food products in Europe.

Aerial view of a busy port with numerous shipping containers and a cargo ship docked. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jul. 31, 2017

European Exporters to Benefit From Collapse of US Import Tax Proposal

Large American retailers succeeded in stopping plans for hundreds of millions of dollars in new taxes on olive oil imports into the United States.

Traditional wooden boats moored on a river with reflections of buildings in Hoi An, Vietnam. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jul. 27, 2017

Report Warns of Impacts of Climate Change in Asia

The Asian Development Bank cautions that human health and food security in the Asia Pacific region are under threat if steps are not taken to tackle climate change.

Two men standing in an olive grove, smiling and posing for the camera. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jul. 26, 2017

Monterosa Looks to the Future with Eye on the Past

Deep in the quiet sun-scorched hills surrounding the town of Montcarapacho, Monterosa’s philosophy has led it more than once to make the most of the unexpected.

Silhouette of a tree with a twisted trunk and sparse foliage against an orange sky with clouds. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jul. 25, 2017

Project to Plant Acacia Trees in Tunisia Combats Desertification

The brainchild of a 29-year-old women social entrepreneur, a project in Tunisia plants acacia trees to address water scarcity and desertification.

Sign for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration outside a building. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jul. 20, 2017

Bring It On: Olive Oil Importers Welcome More Testing by FDA

Members of the House Committee on Appropriations have called on the Food and Drug Administration to update its report on the authenticity of extra virgin olive oil sold in the U.S.

Olive trees in a grassy landscape under a blue sky with scattered clouds. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jul. 20, 2017

Droughts Threaten Olive Crops in Southern Europe

Farmers in Europe are concerned as continuing drought conditions and high temperatures throughout southern Europe are threatening crops like wheat, olives and almonds.

Woman wearing a yellow shirt and hat standing among olive trees in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times
Producer Profiles

Jul. 18, 2017

Oliva Lucia: A Tale of Love, Loss and Leccino in Istria

Behind Oliva Lucia is a story of resilience: how one woman overcame the challenges of life and nature to become the producer of an award-winning olive oil.

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