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 Garzón: Uruguay's Crown Jewel of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Colinas de Garzón is one of Uruguay's premier olive oil and wine producers, as well as a popular destination for tourists.
Jan. 5, 2017 Food & Cooking
Jan. 4, 2017 World
An Aleppo Tradition is Revived in Paris as France's Own Soapmakers Duel
Jan. 3, 2017 Production
Jan. 2, 2017 World
Sommelier Certification Course Returns to NY with Intensive 7-Day Program
Dec. 31, 2016 Production
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.
Dec. 21, 2016
Future Looms Large for South Africa's Rio Largo
After taking home the Best in Class award for their robust Premium Blend in the 2016 New York International Olive Oil Competition, South Africa's Rio Largo is ready for a promising 2017.
Dec. 21, 2016
Olive Oil Times Shares Results of First Readers’ Poll
Olive Oil Times invited 5,000 ‘loyal readers’ among its newsletter subscribers to complete a brief survey in advance of the fourth redesign of the publication since its 2010 debut.
Dec. 19, 2016
Trade Group Sues Specialty Store Distributor for ‘False Statements’
The North American Olive Oil Association (NAOOA) filed a lawsuit against California-based distributor Veronica Foods for what it called "false, misleading and scientifically unsubstantiated statements."
Dec. 19, 2016
Australian Farms Face Threat From Deadly Sap-Sucking Bug
The Olive Lace Bug has impacted Western Australia and is threatening to spread further into the country.
Dec. 19, 2016
Billion-Dollar Pipeline Threatens Olive Grove in Southern Italy
Local and national authorities are going head to head over an olive grove standing in the way of a 545-mile pipeline project.
Dec. 16, 2016
Judge Orders Trump to Answer Questions in Legal Battle with José Andrés
Before he takes office on January 20, President-elect Donald Trump will need to be deposed in a case involving the decision by José Andrés to back out of a restaurant deal at Trump's Washington hotel.
Dec. 15, 2016
Tunisian Olive Oil Industry Reaches New Heights
The Tunisian olive oil is flourishing after the Europe's decision to waive taxes on Tunisian oil imports and grant substantial financial help to the country.
Dec. 15, 2016
U.S. Lab Gets IOC Nod for Olive Oil Chemistry Testing
The International Olive Council has accredited Eurofins CAL for the chemical analysis of olive oil, the first independent U.S. lab to achieve the designation.
Dec. 15, 2016
Moroccan Farmers Combat Climate Change With Olive Trees and Innovation
Climate change is altering Morocco's landscape and creating serious challenges for the agricultural sector. In the Al Haouz province, resilient farmers took steps to adapt, and they have a burgeoning olive industry to show for it.
Dec. 15, 2016
Combined Efforts and Encouraging Outcomes at International Seminar on Xylella Fastidiosa
Researchers and experts attended the international seminar on Xylella fastidiosa held at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute in Bari to examine the current situation and define common measures to combat the disease.
Dec. 13, 2016
Spanish Olive Oil Exports Soar During Weak Harvest
Spain's exports have increased by fifty-three percent over last year, capitalizing on high prices and its position as the market leader.
Dec. 13, 2016
Australian Supermarket Accused of Using Olive Leaves as Filler in Oregano Products
Several major Australian supermarkets including the popular chain Aldi, have come under fire after it was found that they were padding their oregano products with olive leaves.