Dec. 14, 2023
Traditional Turkish Olive Cultivation Practices Recognized by UNESCO
The U.N. agency said Turkeyās traditional grafting, milling and table olive production methods are valuable to our global culture and must be safeguarded.
Dec. 13, 2023
An Olive Harvest Under Bombardment in Southern Lebanon
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has drawn in Hezbollah militants from Lebanon, threatening olive farmers and their livelihoods.
Dec. 12, 2023
Production Rebound Still Expected in France After Mixed Harvest
Production could rise to 4,400 tons, though some producers are seeing worse yields than last year.
Dec. 12, 2023 Business
Authorities in Brazil Seize 9,000 Bottles of Fraudulent Olive Oil
Dec. 11, 2023 Producer Profiles
Small-Scale Farmers Celebrate Big-Time Success in Central California
Dec. 11, 2023 World
Dec. 11, 2023 Business
Organic Farm in JaƩn Blazes a Trail for Selling Carbon Credits
Dec. 7, 2023 Business
Dec. 7, 2023
Police in Spain and Italy Uncover Olive Oil Fraud Ring
A Europol investigation led to the arrest of eleven accused of adulterating extra virgin olive oil with other products.
Dec. 5, 2023
EU Project Aims to Level the Playing Field with Processed Foods
The MedDiet4All project promotes the benefits of a Mediterranean diet and communicates the adverse health effects of ultra-processed foods.
Dec. 5, 2023
Hard Work Yields World-Class Quality in Brazil
Estância das Oliveiras earned seven Gold Awards at the 2023 NYIOOC, the most in a single year for any Brazilian producer.
Dec. 5, 2023
An Olive Oil-Centered Curriculum in California Seeks to Help an Ailing County
Despite its agricultural mite, Kern County suffers from elevated levels of food insecurity, obesity and diabetes compared to the rest of the state.
Dec. 5, 2023
Soaring Expenses Strain Producers in Southern Europe
Olive oil producers in Spain, Italy and Greece are grappling with challenges that threaten the viability of the sector.
Dec. 4, 2023
How the Iberian Ant Can Help Control Pests in Olive Groves
Researchers found that Iberian ants naturally prey on olive moth larvae in olive groves without disrupting the rest of the ecosystem.
Nov. 29, 2023
Chilean Producer Bets Big on Italian Varieties
Olivos Ruta del Sol takes advantage of Chileās terroir to produce some of the country's best extra virgin olive oils.
Nov. 27, 2023
The Ricchiuti Family's 15-Year Journey to Olive Oil Excellence
The family behind Enzo Olive Oil have built a fledgling olive farm to one of the Golden State's most awarded brands.
Nov. 27, 2023
Two Greek PDO Olive Oils Receive Protection in India
Kalamata and Sitia Lasithiou Kritis extra virgin olive oils have been registered as in India to protect them from imitations.
Nov. 27, 2023
Producers Behind Loco Galbasa Achieve Childhood Dream, World-Class Quality
The Sicilian brand Loco Galbasa combines the pursuit of quality and the commitment to environmental sustainability.
Nov. 27, 2023
South African Producers Celebrate Quality After Season Marred by Blackouts
Seven producers from South Africaās Western Cape combined to win a record-high 16 awards at the worldās largest olive oil quality competition.
Nov. 27, 2023
The company says it will produce its first California olive oil in 2027 and anticipates yields of one million liters.
Nov. 27, 2023
High Olive Oil Prices in Spain Spur Interest in Black Friday Discounts
While prices at origin have dipped slightly, they remain elevated in stores, prompting concern among retailers over theft and consumers over fraud.
Nov. 21, 2023
The Agronomic and Macroeconomic Forces Behind Olive Oil Prices in Italy
Despite an anticipated production rebound in Italy, prices will likely remain high. Farmers will need to adapt to a new reality.
Nov. 20, 2023
California Producers Celebrate Olio Nuovo
These producers say early-harvested and unfiltered Olio Nuovo accentuates olive oilās best organoleptic and healthful qualities.