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Jun. 8, 2016
Australian Star Knows No Boundaries
Rob McGavin has led Boundary Bend to win over increasingly educated Australian consumers. With his company's expansion to the world's largest market, the odds of finding award-winning Cobram Estate olive oils at a store near you are getting better every day.
Jun. 6, 2016
Following on the emergence of Keurig-like devices for everything from juices and soups to marijuana, an Italian startup has designed a counter-top appliance for pressing your own olive oil on the spot.
Jun. 6, 2016
World Olive Oil Production Exceeds 3.2M Tons
This year's total, estimated to exceed 3.225 million tons, will come close to the record 3.271 million tons produced in the 2013/2014 production season.
Jun. 1, 2016 World
May. 30, 2016 Europe
May. 26, 2016 Fairs, Competitions
May. 20, 2016 Europe
Europe Moves Forward with Rules to Prevent Influx of Plant Pests
May. 18, 2016
Motion Supports False Advertising Case Against Filippo Berio Olive Oil
The plaintiff stated that she understood the term āImported from Italyā on the Filippo Berio olive oil label to mean the oil was made from olives "grown, crushed, bottled, and shipped from Italy."
May. 18, 2016
In Montoro, a Focus on Finance, Quality and Tourism
The picturesque town of Montoro celebrated the 18th Olive Fair.
May. 16, 2016
Italy Strengthens Sanctions for Olive Oil Fraud
The Italian government approved modifications to a draft legislative decree which would have decriminalized penalties for counterfeiting. The new measure provides for new administrative sanctions and introduces a system of traceability.
May. 12, 2016
Marketplace for World's Best Extra Virgin Olive Oils Nears Launch
A new "Buy Now" button will soon appear beside the winning brands on bestoliveoils.org, the annual guide to the best olive oils in the world.
May. 9, 2016
Olive tree pruning is an ancient craft, and skilled pruners can have a major effect on a farm's quality and yield. In Italy, the importance of proper pruning is highlighted at an annual competition.
May. 5, 2016
Trade Deal Would Remove Tariff Imbalance for U.S. Olive Oil Producers
As American olive oil producers continue efforts to expand the market for their products, the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership would provide significant relief to exporters.
May. 5, 2016
Istrianextra virgin olive oil Awaits PDO Status at EU Level
After receiving national Protected Designation of Origin status in 2015, extra virgin olive oil from the peninsular region of Istria in Croatia awaits the same recognition at the EU level.
May. 4, 2016
Study Finds Treatments Reduce Symptoms But Do Not Eliminate Xf in Olive Trees
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has concluded that treatments used on olive trees in Apulia (Puglia) affected by the bacteria have resulted in a reduction in symptoms, but are not successful in eliminating the disease.
May. 4, 2016
Olive Center's Sensory Course Set for June
Held at the Robert Mondavi Silverado Sensory Theater, the course is open to professionals and others interested in a more thorough understanding of how to evaluate olive oil.
May. 3, 2016
Life After Winning Gold in New York
When Sheila Fitzgerald's Esplendido Douro won an award at the New York International Olive Oil Competition, doors began to open. And she's just getting started.
May. 2, 2016
Lavee helped plant and cultivate countless olive trees throughout the world for more than four decades. His important contributions and generous spirit will live on in their roots and branches for generations to come.
May. 2, 2016
Concerns About Dimethoate Ban Among French Olive Growers
Following a ban on the use of the insecticide dimethoate in France, French olive growers are concerned about the risk of damage to olive trees by the olive fruit fly, and increasing production costs.
May. 2, 2016
Producers of the Best Greek Olive Oils React to Their NYIOOC Awards
Award-winning Greek producers discuss their reactions to the New York International Olive Oil Competition results and their efforts to produce the best olive oils in the world.
Apr. 28, 2016
U.S. Wins 50 Awards at International Olive Oil Competition
American olive oil producers had their best showing yet at the 2016 New York International Olive Oil Competition.
Apr. 27, 2016
EU Approves PGI for Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
The European Commission approved the Protected Geographical Indication 'PGI Siciliaā for extra virgin olive oil produced on the island.