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Sep. 9, 2025
Australian Co. Debuts New Table Olive Production Method
A new method for processing table olives in Australia is gaining attention for its potential to broaden the market. It boasts faster processing, fresh flavors, and no fermentation.
Sep. 9, 2025
EU Commission Approves Updated Terms of Mercosur Trade Deal
The European Commission approved the latest EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement, including stronger safeguards and recognition of geographical indications.
Sep. 9, 2025
New Guidelines for Tourist Olive Picking in Italy
Italy's Città dell'Olio and INL have signed a memorandum to regulate safe and compliant olive picking experiences for tourists.
Sep. 2, 2025 Production
Peru’s Olive Oil Sector Eyes Record Rebound in Despite Pest and Trade Challenges
Aug. 26, 2025 Producer Profiles
With Roots in Tradition, Producer Behind Azeite 4C Turns Focus to Quality
Aug. 26, 2025 Producer Profiles
Aug. 25, 2025 Production
Aug. 25, 2025 News Briefs
Olive Oil Regulations Come Into Force as Spain Prepares for ‘New Cycle’
Aug. 25, 2025
Warming Weather Gives a Boost to Swiss Olive Cultivation
Switzerland is another central European country where warming weather has favored the cultivation of olive trees.
Aug. 21, 2025
Herzegovina Looks Ahead to Adriatic Olive Oil Symposium
Herzegovinian olive growers are preparing to join their counterparts from Croatia, Slovenia, and Montenegro at the International Adriatic Olive Oil Symposium in Postira, Croatia, this September. The three-day gathering will highlight the region’s rising reputation for premium extra virgin olive oils and foster new opportunities for cross-border collaboration.
Aug. 21, 2025
Mild Temperatures Worry Olive Growers in Central and Northern Italy
Cool, wet weather has led to increased olive fruit fly activity. Authorities recommend preventative measures and treatments in infected groves.
Aug. 21, 2025
Turkey Approves Coal Mining in Olive Groves
The new law, which allows mining operations to take place in olive groves, will make the country's olive sector compete for land with the energy sector.
Aug. 11, 2025
Italian Olive Oil Sector Demonstrates Resilience in New Report
A report from Ismea showed that exports and organic farming in Italy expanded even as production and consumption continue to decline.
Aug. 11, 2025
First 'Olive Oil Community' Established in Menfi, Sicily
An initiative promoted by Città dell’Olio aims to build networks of local institutions, economic operators and cultural entities linked to extra virgin olive oil.
Aug. 11, 2025
Luberon’s Unique Geology Helps Set One Award-Winning Producer Apart
The producers behind Domaine de la Sénancole have leveraged Luberon’s geology and Provence’s local olive varieties to produce a sustainable and sought-after olive oil.
Aug. 11, 2025
Greece Pushes to Shield Two Iconic Agrifood Exports from 15% Tariff
Greece is seeking to shield key agrifood exports, including olive oil, table olives, feta and yogurt, from the new 15-percent U.S. import tariff, warning the levy could burden one of its most valuable trade relationships.
Aug. 7, 2025
Global Experts, Top Producers to Gather at International Symposium in Postira, Croatia
Postira will host the International Symposium on Olive Oils of Croatia and the Adriatic Coast, showcasing the region's excellence in olive oil production.
Aug. 6, 2025
Southern Hemisphere NYIOOC Nears Registration Deadline as September Results Loom
Registration for the Southern Hemisphere edition of the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition is closing soon, with organizers preparing to reveal award winners beginning in September.
Aug. 5, 2025
Harvest in New Zealand Shows Promise
New Zealand's 2025 olive harvest is off to a promising start, with challenges reported in northern regions but overall optimism for a strong yield.
Aug. 5, 2025
Debate Over Solar Plant Construction in Andalusian Olive Groves Intensifies
Solar developers and regional authorities insist the the mega-plants are necessary to help Spain meet its ambitious renewable energy goals. Olive farmers disagree.
Aug. 5, 2025
EU Accepts 15% Tariffs on Olive Oil Exports to U.S.
Europe agreed to accept 15 percent tariffs on table olives and olive oil in a trade deal with the U.S., causing concern and backlash from stakeholders.
Aug. 5, 2025
France Uncovers Olive Oil Fraud in Annual Investigation
Despite the findings, officials maintained that olive oil fraud is not on the rise, citing improved detection and stronger communication between agencies.
Aug. 5, 2025
European Olive Oil Exports Bounce Back
The latest short-term outlook report shows that olive oil exports increased by 25 percent due to increased production and lower prices at origin.