Attendees from around the world will apply fresh knowledge on olive oil production, health benefits, culinary applications and more to their businesses and projects.

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Business

May. 29, 2024

Azerbaijan Joins Olive Council

Investors believe joining the International Olive Council will improve quality and standards in Azerbaijan while facilitating access to international markets.

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May. 28, 2024 Business

Spanish Olive Oil Sector Works to Develop Exports to China

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May. 28, 2024 News Briefs

L’Olivo di Sant'Emiliano: A 1,800-Year-Old Symbol of Umbria's Olive Tradition

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May. 28, 2024 The Best Olive Oils

East Asian Producers Show Award-Winning Quality on World Stage

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May. 28, 2024 Producer Profiles

Monte do Camelo Wins Big with Sustainably Grown Native Varieties

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May. 28, 2024 News Briefs

Spanish Olive Oil Production Continues to Beat Expectations

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News Briefs

May. 28, 2024

Researchers Transform Olive Grove Waste Into Bioplastic

Turning olive tree leaves and branches into biopolymers would provide environmental, economic and social benefits to olive farmers.

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The Best Olive Oils

May. 28, 2024

Greek Producers Celebrate Successful Finish to Historically Low Harvest

Farmers and millers in Greece earned 56 awards at the 2024 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition after the worst harvest in a decade.

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News Briefs

May. 27, 2024

Improved Water Efficiency Paramount to Future of California Farmers, Officials Say

Growers will need to save more water and use less as the state will likely become drier in the long term.

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Fairs, Competitions

May. 23, 2024

First OlivitalyMed Festival Hailed as Success in Cilento

The event, which spotlighted extra virgin olive oil in Campania and Italy, also hosted conferences on cooking, health, tourism and science.

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Business

May. 23, 2024

Historic Flooding in Southern Brazil Spares Groves, Mills

Producers are struggling in the aftermath of the worst flooding in Rio Grande do Sul’s history. While mills and groves were largely spared, sales have been severely impacted.

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The Best Olive Oils

May. 16, 2024

A Silver Lining for Some Moroccan Producers After Poor Harvest

Olive oil production recovered from the lows of the previous harvest, but remained significantly below the five-year average. Still, some producers celebrated award-winning quality.

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The Best Olive Oils

May. 16, 2024

U.S. Olive Oil Producers Achieve Record-Breaking Success at World Competition

Olive oil producers from five states combined to earn 95 awards, exceeding the previous record of 94 set in 2022.

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Producer Profiles

May. 14, 2024

Innovation and Sustainability Yield Winning Results for GangaLupo

Teamwork, the responsible use of resources and innovation underpin the success of the Apulian Coratina monovarietal.

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The Best Olive Oils

May. 13, 2024

Turkish Producers Achieve Exceptional Results with Native Olive Varieties

Farmers and millers across Turkey overcame extreme weather conditions and a significant decline in yield to win 28 awards at the 2024 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.

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The Best Olive Oils

May. 13, 2024

Italian Producers Reveal Their Winning Strategies

Italian farmers and millers combined to earn 147 awards at the 2024 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, more than any other country.

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News Briefs

May. 13, 2024

Study Sheds Light on Lowering Harvest Costs for Table Olive Producers

A combined canopy and trunk shaking method to harvest table olives increases efficiency by 75 percent and improves fruit quality.

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Producer Profiles

May. 13, 2024

Native Varieties and Centenarian Trees: The Winning Formula for Olivian Groves

After a harvest full of twists and turns, the Peloponnese producer achieved award-winning quality by relying on traditional and modern practices.

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Producer Profiles

May. 13, 2024

Sustainability, Biodiversity Good for Business, This Campania Farmer Believes

Case d'Alto produces organic extra virgin olive oils in Irpinia from autochthonous varieties. Owner Claudio De Luca says focusing on sustainability improves quality.

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Business

May. 10, 2024

Andalusian Officials Withdraw Sea of Olives Candidacy for UNESCO Recognition

The move came after 8,500 olive growers signed a petition protesting the candidacy. However, some are hopeful the decision will be overturned.

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The Best Olive Oils

May. 10, 2024

Spanish Producers Celebrate Award-Winning Finish After Demanding Harvest

Farmers and millers from the world’s largest olive oil-producing country earned 82 awards, overcoming high temperatures and drought in the process.