Feb. 18, 2016
Italian Farmers Propose Anti-Fraud Seal for EVOO
A new anti-fraud āsuperā label has been launched by the Italian Farmers Confederation to certify the origin of Italian olive oil.
Feb. 12, 2016
World Olive Oil Exhibition Coming to Madrid
The annual meeting highlights the quality, variety and health properties of olive oil and promotes large-volume trade while opening new markets by bringing together producers and buyers.
Feb. 9, 2016
European Olive Oil Prices Rise 19.8 Percent in 2015
Study shows soaring olive oil prices in Western Europe have cost consumers ā¬231M
Feb. 4, 2016 Europe
More Mislabeled Oil and Dangerous Colored Olives Seized in Italian Raids
Feb. 1, 2016 World
Feb. 1, 2016 Production
Feb. 1, 2016 Production
Feb. 1, 2016 Production
Jan. 27, 2016
'New World' Producers Set to Announce Trade Group to Rival International Olive Council
An announcement is expected on the formation of a trade group made up of New World olive oil producing countries, an organization that would rival the Madrid-based International Olive Council.
Jan. 27, 2016
EU to Import 70,000 Tons of Duty-Free Tunisian Olive Oil to Help Recovery Since Terror Attacks
European Members of Parliament have endorsed a plan to help the Tunisian economy in the wake of last yearās terrorists attacks by allowing 70,000 tons of duty-free olive oil imports.
Jan. 25, 2016
In Italy, Reactions to the '60 Minutes' Report on Olive Oil from Anger to Resolve
A report dedĀiĀcated to mafia involveĀment in Italian agriĀculĀture, and espeĀcially the olive oil secĀtor, by CBS News magĀaĀzine āā60 Minutesā on January 3, natĀuĀrally raised varĀiĀous reacĀtions. Taking a cue from recent scanĀdals involvĀing adulĀterĀated olive oil, CBS News corĀreĀsponĀdent Bill Whitaker susĀpected the threat of mafia entanĀgleĀment throughĀout the whole āāMade in Italyā indusĀtry,
Jan. 25, 2016
U.S. Producers' Group, Waving '60 Minutes' Report, Calls Trade Agreement a 'Missed Opportunity'
The American Olive Oil Producers Association said the Trans-Pacific Partnership "should have been the beginning of a forum of New World olive oil producing countries."
Jan. 19, 2016
JaƩn's Olive Oil Production Falling Short of Forecast
With Andalusia 40 percent behind estimated production, ASAJA-JaĆ©n expresses doubt about hitting the governmentās forecast
Jan. 19, 2016
Spainās Olive Pomace Oil Industry Gets a Voice
The Ministry of Agriculture, Nutrition and Environment recognized a new group to promote olive pomace oil.
Jan. 19, 2016
Olive Oil Commission of California Holds Informational Meeting
The OOCC was formed by the California olive oil industry for the purpose of developing, verifying and enforcing standards for California olive oil, and for conducting research on olives and olive oil. It held a meeting in Sacramento last week.
Jan. 14, 2016
Olive Council Looks Back at 57 Years Since Founding
In its latest newsletter, the International Olive Council looked back at its founding and pointed to changes in the charter defining its future.
Jan. 11, 2016
Tunisiaās Output Drops from Last Year's Record
Tunisia is reporting a sharp decline in olive oil production as early indications for 2015/16 reveal a 60 percent drop from last year's record harvest.
Jan. 3, 2016
Mueller Connects Unseemly Events in Italian Olive Oil Sector
Investigative author Tom Mueller finds a common thread running through the stories of greed, corruption and crisis in Italian agriculture.
Jan. 1, 2016
'60 Minutes' Looks at Olive Oil Adulteration in Italy
This Sunday, the most successful program in U.S. television history will delve into the adulteration of extra virgin olive oil in Italy and mafia involvement in the agricultural sector.
Dec. 22, 2015
Silvio Muccino Ad Promotes Italian Foods in U.S.
A commercial directed by Muccino is part of the largest campaign ever to promote Italian-made foods in the world's largest market.
Dec. 22, 2015
More Obstacles for New PDOs and PGIs in Italy
Despite the difficulties, Italian growers and producers still consider protected origin designations a good way to protect and safeguard their products.
Dec. 22, 2015
Problems, Prospects for Greek Olive Oil
Sevitel president Grigoris Antoniadis expects a good year for Greek olive oil, with production and price levels returning to normal. He discusses anticipated changes in taxation that could affect the industry.
Dec. 18, 2015
Prosecutor in Lecce Seizes Olive Trees, Investigates Scientists for 'Misrepresentation'
Ten people are under investigation for the spreading of a plant disease, willful violation of the provisions on the environment and the "destruction or disfigurement of natural beauty."