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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.
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Finding Balance in a Changing Sector Yields Success for Portuguese Exporter
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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.
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.
Oct. 30, 2023
New Spray Could Protect Olive Trees from Xylella
Researchers have developed a technology that allows the inactivation of specific plant genes through a single spray application.
Oct. 30, 2023
Croatia Wins Olive Picking Championship
The four-person team of local restaurateurs hand-harvested 48.2 kilograms of olives in the sixth edition of the World Olive Picking Championship.
Oct. 26, 2023
High-Priced Olive Oil Fuels Thefts in Greece, Farmers Respond
Tons of olive oil were stolen from a mill in northern Greece. Meanwhile, producers in Crete are contemplating anti-theft measures such as GPS trackers.