Sep. 6, 2023
Award-Winning Greek Producer Nurtures Soil Health and Patrini Olives
Spiridon Anangnostopoulos of Ranis has used his expertise to create the ideal soil substrate for his olive trees, bringing a local olive variety out of obscurity.
Sep. 6, 2023
Festivals and Conferences Build Momentum for Pakistani Olive Oil Sector
In the six months since Pakistan held its inaugural Olive Gala Festival, officials said trees were planted, partnerships formed and more events scheduled.
Sep. 6, 2023
Europe’s Evolving Fight Against Xylella Fastidiosa
Early detection across the European Union remains at the forefront of the struggle against the bacterium as officials are hopeful about new research, methods and tools.
Aug. 31, 2023 Production
Malta’s New Olive Growers Cooperative Seeks to Professionalize Historic Sector
Aug. 31, 2023 Production
Aug. 29, 2023 Production
California Olive Oil Producers Weigh the Impact of Tropical Storm Hilary
Aug. 29, 2023 News Briefs
No Respite in Greece as Wildfires Incinerate Ancient Olive Groves in Makri
Aug. 24, 2023 News Briefs
Aug. 24, 2023
Cultural Events in Southern Italy Combine Music, Nature and Olive Oil
The warm Italian summer nights are being brightened by events that combine extra virgin olive oil with artistic and cultural expressions.
Aug. 24, 2023
Olive Oil Prices Soar in Greece
The shortage of olive oil stocks in Europe and domestic inflation are pushing prices to new heights.
Aug. 18, 2023
Citing Rising Prices and Low Margins, Turkey Bans Bulk Olive Oil Exports
The trade ministry wants to promote the country's packaged olive oil exports while limiting further price rises for domestic consumers.
Aug. 17, 2023
Europe Passes Controversial Measure to Restore Nature
The new law, approved with a razor-thin margin, requires member states to introduce measures to restore twenty percent of land and sea by 2030.
Aug. 17, 2023
Chemistry Takes Center Stage at Olive Center Course
The workshop is an opportunity to get practical, hands-on experience at a state-of-the-art laboratory
Aug. 16, 2023
Restaurateurs, Producers in Croatia Debate Charging Extra for Local Olive Oils
Croatia' award-winning producers would like more restaurants to serve local extra virgin olive oils.
Aug. 16, 2023
Community Milling in California: Small Growers Encouraged to Reserve Early
From October through December, mills across California will open their doors to hobby growers.
Aug. 15, 2023
Farms Facing Natural Constraints Play Key Role in European Agriculture
Farms facing natural challenges are less profitable than conventional ones but play a critical role in biodiversity and landscape preservation.
Aug. 14, 2023
State-of-the-Art Irrigation Management Leads to Rising Yields in California
To endure a changing climate, new approaches for managing and optimizing irrigation are paramount.
Aug. 14, 2023
Italy Set to Invest €100M for Olive Mill Upgrades
Starting in 2026, funds will be dispersed to millers across the country to upgrade equipment and technologies.
Aug. 14, 2023
Unprecedented Heat Sparks More Wildfires Across Greece
Around 4,500 hectares of olive groves have been burned in wildfires across the country. The government promises aid, but farmers want something else.
Aug. 14, 2023
Tunisia Has a Plan to Boost Its Olive Oil Industry
The strategy aims to increase annual production of extra virgin olive oil while growing packaged exports and domestic consumption.
Aug. 10, 2023
Researchers Work to Reverse Genetic Erosion, Breed Resilient Olive Varieties
Understanding the genetic diversity of olive varieties will help farmers select the best cultivars for their climate and phytosanitary environment.
Aug. 10, 2023
California Producers Keep Olives and Workers Safe in Record Heat
With temperatures breaking records in some parts of the state, producers emphasize the need for irrigation and unconventional working hours.
Aug. 10, 2023
How an Experimental Farm in Japan Gave Rise to Award-Winning Olive Oil
What started as a land restoration project has transformed into an award-winning extra virgin olive oil-producing operation on the southern Japanese island of Kyushu.