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A man with gray hair and a suit giving a thumbs up gesture with a smile. - Olive Oil Times
Opinions

Nov. 28, 2016

Brazilian Politics: 10, Olive Oil: 0

Olive oil producers like Rafael Marchetti find themselves in a catch-22. Whereas their niche food industry is welcomed and needed in Brazil, the political and economic whirlwind sweeping the country doesn't seem like it will end anytime soon.

A panoramic view of the city of Sfax, featuring buildings and streets under a clear sky. - Olive Oil Times
Africa / Middle East

Nov. 28, 2016

Sfax, Capital of Arab Culture, Hosts First International Olive Oil Festival

The Sfax Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIS) organized the first International Festival of the Olive Oil to link Tunisian olive oil exporters with international buyers and importers.

Two men in a field holding mobile phones and olive seedlings while standing among rows of plants. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Nov. 27, 2016

Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil Brands Launch 'Smart Labels'

A new ‘smart label’ will allow consumers to check the steps of an olive oil's production chain with a simple tap of their NFC-enabled smartphones.

Olive trees in a grove with a view of the sea in the background. - Olive Oil Times
A panoramic view of an olive grove with rows of olive trees under a cloudy sky. - Olive Oil Times
A grove of olive trees with green foliage and a clear blue sky in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Two ASAE police officers in uniform with visible text on the back of their jackets. - Olive Oil Times
Woman wearing a pink headscarf and sweater harvesting olives from a tree. - Olive Oil Times
People walking through Apple Market with various stalls and merchandise on display. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Nov. 21, 2016

Sharp Rise in Olive Oil Prices Expected in Britain

Olive oil prices in Britain is expected to rise drastically as the world?s biggest olive oil producers are experiencing a severe decrease in their harvests.

A man wearing a cap gathers clusters of dates hanging from a branch in a field. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Nov. 21, 2016

Tunisia Second Among Africa's Organic Exporters

Despite the economic difficulties, some organic farmers have developed successful initiatives to rank Tunisia as the second largest exporter of organic products in Africa.

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Production

Nov. 18, 2016

Sustainable Olive Oil Production Helps Mitigate Climate Change

The International Olive Council attended the Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP22) to present research on sustainable olive oil production.

Panel of six individuals seated at a table during an AgroBank press conference. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

Nov. 14, 2016

Spanish Cooperatives Meet in Córdoba

Major Spanish cooperatives gathered early this week to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of their collaboration as well as estimated production.

Rows of clear plastic bottles filled with cooking oil on a production line. - Olive Oil Times
World

Nov. 11, 2016

Researchers Identify New Markers to Detect Fraud in Refined Oils

A team of Italian researchers came upon a marker that could be useful to identify adulteration in refined olive oils.

Two individuals posing for a photo in an olive grove during the olive harvesting process. - Olive Oil Times
World

Nov. 10, 2016

A Harvest for Peace in Israel

Sindyanna of Galilee promotes collaboration between Arabs and Jews to develop the fair trade olive sector.

A coastal scene featuring houses on a hillside and boats in clear blue water. - Olive Oil Times
Olive Varieties

Nov. 7, 2016

Croatia Picks Up Fourth Olive Oil PDO

Extra virgin olive oil from Solta was approved by the EU, joining the other Croatian PDOs: Korcula, Krk and Cres.

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Man with a beard smiling in an olive grove with olive branches in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Producer Profiles

Nov. 4, 2016

For This Master Miller, 'It's All in the Craft'

Pacific Sun Farms miller Pablo Voitzuk says the magic of quality extra virgin olive oil lies in its fashioning.

Branch of an olive tree with green olives and leaves illuminated by sunlight. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Nov. 4, 2016

New Method for Identifying Olive Cultivars

The identification olive cultivars according to the appearance of leaves and fruit is expected to serve as the basis for a phone app and contributions to a new international olive tree database.

A supermarket shelf displaying various brands of olive oil in bottles and cartons. - Olive Oil Times
Asia

Nov. 1, 2016

India Set to Launch its Own Olive Oil Brand

The Indian state of Rajasthan is set to launch its own brand of olive oil under the name “Raj Olive Oil,” the first Indian olive oil produced within the country.

Large cargo ship docked at a port, loaded with colorful shipping containers under night lights. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Oct. 31, 2016

U.S. Olive Oil Imports on Record-Setting Pace

The U.S. imported 306,844 tons of olive oil during the first 11 months of the 2015/2016 harvest season and, for the first time, more of it was from Spain than Italy.

Man wearing sunglasses standing near an olive tree with olives visible on the branches. - Olive Oil Times
World

Oct. 28, 2016

From Golan Heights, Olive Farmer Sees New Markets for His Skincare Line

Avner Talmon harvests the fruit of 23,000 olive trees for organic olive oil and an array of natural cosmetics ranging from facial wash to foot cream.

Young man with short dark hair wearing a light blue shirt, smiling at the camera. - Olive Oil Times
World

Oct. 27, 2016

New York Win Opens Doors for Sicilian Producer

Bono USA's Salvatore Russo-Tiesi said his NYIOOC awards have opened his business to new horizons, while "skipping a full step in the selling process."

A grove of olive trees with green foliage and a grassy ground cover. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Oct. 21, 2016

Olive Harvest in France Threatened by Drought

A prolonged drought in the French department of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence is threatening the olive harvest which has just begun in the region.

Various bottles covered in mesh with colored caps and labels arranged closely together. - Olive Oil Times
The Best Olive Oils

Oct. 17, 2016

Early Entries Pour in as NYIOOC Adds Even More Value to Winning

The fifth edition of the world's largest and most prestigious olive oil competition will feature an expanded suite of tools designed to make it easier for buyers of all types to obtain the winning brands.

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