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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 Africa’s Western Cape combined to win a record-high 16 awards at the world’s largest olive oil quality competition.

Nov. 20, 2023

Insurance Needs for Olive Growers Change with Climate

The cost of covering olive groves is rising as climate change makes Europe increasingly hot and dry. Farmers can adopt some technology to help.

Nov. 20, 2023

Olive Oil Sales Slump in Spain and Italy Amid Rising Prices

Consumers are switching to smaller bottles of extra virgin olive oil and, in some cases, choosing lower grades.

Nov. 20, 2023

Languedoc Extra Virgin Olive Oil Receives PDO Certification

Made from the local Lucques and OliviĆØre varieties, Languedoc becomes France’s ninth extra virgin olive oil to receive Protected Designation of Origin status.

Nov. 15, 2023

Trade Group Announces Olive Oil Quality Testing Initiative

Faced with low supply and high prices, the North American Olive Oil Association says it seeks to deter dishonest actors.

Nov. 14, 2023

Competition Data Offer Insights Into Olive Oil World

Historically poor harvests did not impact quality and the rising popularity of organic production.

Nov. 14, 2023

Brazilian Producers React to Record-Setting Year at World Competition

Farmers and millers said the record-high 50 awards earned at the 2023 NYIOOC promote locally-produced olive oil at home and abroad.

Nov. 9, 2023

An Award-Winning Finish to A Fruitful Harvest in The Southern Cone

After bumper harvests in Chile, Argentina and Uruguay, producers demonstrated their quality with a combined 14 awards at the world’s largest olive oil quality contest.

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Nov. 9, 2023

Europe Strengthens Rules to Protect PDO and PGI Products

A new European Union-wide set of rules governing PDO and PGI food products will focus on the online protection of the name and reputation of the products.

Nov. 6, 2023

Making Award-Winning Olive Oil from California’s Centenarian Trees

In the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Guilio Zavolta and Rachelle Bross seek to promote and protect the state’s historic olive trees.

Nov. 6, 2023

Olive Oil Production in Europe Expected to Reach 1.5M Tons in 2023/24

Yields are expected to rebound after last year's historic lows. However, rising prices will hamper exports and consumption.

Nov. 6, 2023

Cautious Optimism as Olive Harvest Gets Underway in California

Estimates suggest olive oil production could reach three million gallons, a significant increase over last year.

Nov. 1, 2023

Turkish Olive Oil Exports Can Make Up for Europe's Deficit Once Ban Is Lifted, Official Says

Turkey has reserves of 180,000 tons and is slated to produce another 180,000 in the current harvest that could meet European demand for bulk olive oil.

Oct. 31, 2023

Trade Group Launches Digital Campaign to Promote Olive Oil in Australia

The Australian Olive Oil Association has teamed up with leading social media influencers to encourage consumers to use more olive oil.

Oct. 31, 2023

Global Olive Oil Production Set for Second Straight Year of Decline

The world’s seven largest olive oil-producing countries are expected to yield 1.97 million tons in the 2023/24 crop year, 23 percent below the average of the previous four campaigns.

Oct. 30, 2023

Award-Winning Producer Highlights Growth in South African Industry

On a 330-year-old farm, the NYIOOC award-winning Babylonstoren has become one of South Africa’s largest olive oil producers.

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