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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 N. America
Aug. 28, 2014 Asia
Indian Olive Association Responds to Reports of Olive Oil Blockade
Aug. 28, 2014 N. America
Aug. 25, 2014 World
Aug. 21, 2014 N. America
Aug. 19, 2014
Olive Oil and Rice Bran Oil Compete for Indian Markets
As olive oil becomes more affordable within Indian population, rice bran oil, a popular staple, faces increasing competition.
Aug. 18, 2014
Drought Threatens Consumer Olive Oil Prices in the U.S. and Abroad
Severe drought in California and Spain will reduce production and drive up prices, according to industry analysts.
Aug. 12, 2014
Spain Replaces Italy as Top Olive Oil Exporter to the U.S. and Japan
The global leader in olive oil production reached a new milestone thanks to a record harvest, and poor showings among European competitors.
Aug. 11, 2014
Olive Oil Skirts Russia’s Controversial Ban on Food Imports
Olive oil is not part of a Russian ban on food imports from the United States, European Union, Canada, Australia and Norway.
Aug. 11, 2014
EU Funding to Boost Consumer Confidence in Olive Oil Quality
Increasing consumer and market confidence in olive oil quality is one of the desired impacts of a proposed fund.
Aug. 4, 2014
India Blocks European Olive Oil After EU Bans its Mangoes, MEP Claims
India has blocked arrivals of European foods after its mangoes were banned over quality concerns, Italian politician Mara Bizzotto claims.
Aug. 4, 2014
With No Deal on Olive Council’s Future, Europe Favors Treaty Extension
Lack of a deal on the future of the IOC means the treaty governing it is likely to be prolonged a year beyond its December expiration.
Aug. 2, 2014
Spanish Promotional Campaign Makes Progress
A campaign by Spain's Interprofesional del Aceite de Oliva Español celebrated a successful first year.
Jul. 29, 2014
Sol D’Oro Competition To Launch Southern Hemisphere Edition in Chile
The competition will launch its first Southern Hemisphere edition in Santiago the last week of September.
Jul. 29, 2014
Snapshot of Italian Olive Oil Exports
Figures show a collaboration between ICE and Unaprol since 2010 has boosted Italian olive oil exports in key markets.
Jul. 25, 2014
Turkish Growers Criticize Bill to Allow Energy Plants on Olive Groves
Critics say a proposed bill to boost energy and mining projects would be detrimental to Turkey's growing olive and olive oil sector.
Jul. 22, 2014
Farmgate Prices Up 20 Percent in Spain
Prices are trending upward on predictions of a significant decrease in production for the upcoming campaign in Andalusia.
Jul. 22, 2014
Divergent Views on Proposed California Olive Oil Standards
Forty-nine witnesses testified on proposed olive oil grading and labeling standards, and many others submitted written comments.
Jul. 16, 2014
The Case of the Disappearing Greek Olive Oils
Getting your label on the shelf is not where your job ends but where it begins.
Jul. 16, 2014
Granieri Succeeds Gargano at Unaprol
Olive oil producer David Granieri has been elected as the new Unaprol chairman, taking over from Massimo Gargano after his 8 years post.