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Oct. 2, 2014
Italy Nears Cruet Ban of its Own
Following a similar move in Spain, Italy is on its way to banning oil cruets in restaurants.
Oct. 1, 2014
Olive Council Warns of 'Standstill' if Prices Get Too High
Jean-Louis Barjol answered questions at the University of Jaén concerning a potential slowdown in olive oil consumption.
Oct. 1, 2014
Experts Gathering in Italy to Tackle New Olive Tree Killer
Experts from around the world will meet in Gallipoli, the epicenter of the outbreak of Xylella fastidiosa that threatens thousands of olive trees.
Sep. 29, 2014 Europe
Sep. 25, 2014 Asia
Sep. 25, 2014 Europe
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Sep. 24, 2014 Europe
Spanish Olive Oil Production Will Drop By Nearly Half, Report Says
Sep. 22, 2014
Greek Olive Oil Company Wins at European Business Awards
Greek olive oil retailer and producer Agora Fine Foods was among 709 national champions in the awards, which recognize business excellence.
Sep. 18, 2014
California Approves Olive Oil Standards
The California olive oil industry is cheering as the state adopts new standards for olive oil produced in the state.
Sep. 16, 2014
Spanish Olive Oil Center Conducts Open House
The Citoliva center in Andalusia celebrated the end of its summer program with an open training session.
Sep. 9, 2014
U.S. Olive Oil Imports Bounce Back, Not So Much in China, Brazil
U.S. olive oil imports bounced back strongly, but the news is not as good in the other key markets of China and Brazil.
Sep. 9, 2014
Turkey Braces for Economic Impact of Erratic Weather
Number two table olive producer, Turkey, is in the midst of dealing with the economic impact of erratic weather patterns over the last year.
Sep. 8, 2014
Morocco, Argentina Seek to Increase Olive Production
Plans are underway in both Morocco and Argentina to increase the output of olives and olive oil.
Sep. 5, 2014
U.K. Defines New Ban on 'On-Tap' Olive Oil Sales
The agency enforcing a new ban on the sale of “on-tap” olive oil in the UK has provided new details on what would constitute such a sale.
Sep. 4, 2014
Deoleo Requests Extension for $83M Tax Bill
Spanish olive oil giant Deoleo, maker of Bertoli and Carbonell, has asked for a deferment €63.3 million ($83 million) tax bill.
Sep. 4, 2014
Tunisia Agrees to Ease Russia's Reliance on European Oil
Tunisia has agreed to provide Russians with olive oil taking advantage of souring Russo-European relations.
Sep. 2, 2014
Andalusia Boasts Record Olive Oil Exports Amidst Drought
While Andalusia celebrates record numbers for olive oil exports in the first half of 2014, a drought is forecast to cripple next year's numbers.
Sep. 2, 2014
Despite Drought, Calif. Olive Growers Will See Good Return
The Olive Growers Council of California reached a favorable agreement with table olive processors after drought has left many farmers hurting.
Sep. 2, 2014
Olive Oil Among Top Organic Imports in U.S.
Organic olive oil worth $166 million was imported by the United States last year, the first in which it was tracked by the USDA.
Aug. 28, 2014
Indian Olive Association Responds to Reports of Olive Oil Blockade
The Indian Olive Association released a statement in response to the widely-reported Indian blockage of European olive oil.
Aug. 28, 2014
Award-Winning Coldani Acquires Lodi Olive Oil Co.
Coldani Olive Ranch, maker of Calivirgin olive oil, acquired a regional producer to open new doors for both brands.
Aug. 25, 2014
UK Prohibits Sale of Olive Oil 'On-Tap'
After December 13, 2014, "fill-your-own" olive oil sales will be banned in the UK, but there are few details of the new rule.