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Jan. 19, 2017
Sciabica Celebrates 80 Years of California Olive Oil
Since 1936, the Sciabicas have continued a family tradition of quality production and a commitment to their customers.
Jan. 18, 2017
5th NYIOOC Will Be the Biggest Yet
A larger venue, printed guidebook and a new portal for professional buyers highlight this fifth edition of the world's largest olive oil competition.
Jan. 16, 2017
Nutella Makers Defend Palm Oil Amid Health Concerns
Ferrero is the first major European food company to defend the palm oil industry following reports that refined palm oil in foods may cause cancer.
Jan. 16, 2017 Tasting
Jan. 16, 2017 Production
Jan. 16, 2017 Australia / NZ
A Better Method for Controlling Wild Olive Trees in Australia
Jan. 12, 2017 Business
Serra da Mantiqueira: Brazilās Pioneer Extra Virgin Olive Oil Region
Jan. 12, 2017 Business
Jan. 11, 2017
The Trump Cards of Climate Change in Olive Cultivation
For what it's worth, climate change, at least for olive oil production, may prove a blessing in disguise.
Jan. 11, 2017
Tunisian Olive Oil Production Down 55 Percent
Tunisia's drop in olive oil production is a further blow to the North African country which is already suffering an ailing economy, social unrest and security concerns.
Jan. 11, 2017
Olive Council's New Agreement Takes Effect
The agreement aims to boost the involvement of importer countries by making participation shares more appealing.
Jan. 10, 2017
Spanish Olive Oil to Help Fight Climate Change
The Spanish olive oil sector will lead a European project that will study the control of greenhouse gasses during climate change through the calculation of the environmental footprints of olive oil tree cultivation and oil production.
Jan. 5, 2017
U.S. Olive Oil Imports Are Increasingly in Bulk
Import trends suggest a dramatic change in the ways olive oil reaches American end users and the successful transition by Spain and others toward marketing their national brands to foreign buyers.
Jan. 5, 2017
Are Olive Seeds the Next Superfood?
A Spanish olive oil manufacturer is exploring alternative uses for the products usually thrown away. As it turns out, olive seeds boast a range of healthful properties than could be used in beauty products, foods, supplements and more.
Jan. 5, 2017
Colinas de GarzĆ³n: Uruguay's Crown Jewel of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Colinas de GarzĆ³n is one of Uruguay's premier olive oil and wine producers, as well as a popular destination for tourists.
Jan. 5, 2017
Foodie Theme Park to Open in Italy Next Fall
Eataly World aims to bring foodies together to eat shop and learn. Two thousand businesses will be represented at the ā¬100-million theme park that is expected to create 700 jobs onsite.
Jan. 4, 2017
An Aleppo Tradition is Revived in Paris as France's Own Soapmakers Duel
When the ongoing war put an end to Samir Constantini's plan to open his own factory in Aleppo, he began to make soap in the Syrian tradition on the outskirts of Paris. Is it still Syrian? France has its own bubbling controversy.
Jan. 3, 2017
Oxitec's Australian Medfly Trials Proceed
Despite delays, British Biotech Company Oxitec is still confident that their genetically modified strain of olive flies will reach further trial stages, but there's a long way to go before growers can access these insects to their advantage.
Jan. 2, 2017
Sommelier Certification Course Returns to NY with Intensive 7-Day Program
The Olive Oil Program at New York's International Culinary Center returns next month with a comprehensive, week-long course for those who wish to achieve olive oil sommelier certification.
Dec. 31, 2016
Miller's Task Made Official by Apulia
The position of professionals responsible for the technical management of the mill was made official by Apulia with the institution of the Regional Register of Master Millers.
Dec. 31, 2016
Greeks Stock Up on Staples Before Tax Increase
Taxes in Greece will increase on January 1st on basic products such as tobacco, coffee and olive oil. Locals and traders are stocking up before the higher costs take effect.
Dec. 29, 2016
Europe Joins Forces to Fight Xylella Fastidiosa
Under the Horizon 2020 program, the EU has joined 29 international partners in a research project to improve prevention, early detection and control of Xylella fastidiosa.
Dec. 29, 2016
Ladner to Leave 'Del Posto' for Take-Out Pasta Venture
The celebrated New York chef, Mark Ladner announced he would be leaving his post as executive chef at the four-star Del Posto restaurant to dedicate himself to the launch of his quick-serve Pasta Flyer restaurant.