Aug. 2, 2023
An Olive Oil as Unique as Its Producers
Over the past decade, SaÅ”a PetkoviÄ and Vedrana Rakovac have transitioned from hobby growers to professional producers. But some things have not changed.
Aug. 2, 2023
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Prices Could Reach ā¬11/Kg in Italy, Officials Warn
A poor harvest in 2023 combined with low olive oil stocks and anticipation of a modestly higher harvest in 2024 has seen Italian olive oil prices reach unprecedented heights.
Aug. 2, 2023
Spain Reclaims Top Spot as Largest Olive Oil Exporter to U.S.
The removal of trade barriers and changes in strategy by Spanish companies has resulted in a steady increase in olive oil exports to the lucrative U.S. market.
Aug. 2, 2023 Producer Profiles
Sustainable Farming is Key to Quality as California Becomes Hotter and Drier
Aug. 2, 2023 Producer Profiles
Leading Tunisian Bulk Olive Oil Exporter Pivots to Adding Value
Jul. 31, 2023 Production
Olive Oil Producers in Greece Brace for Steep Production Decline
Jul. 31, 2023 Business
Jul. 31, 2023 The Best Olive Oils
Popular German Travel Program Features Award-Winning Producer in Dalmatia
Jul. 31, 2023
Extreme Weather Batters NZ Growers, Causing Second-Consecutive Production Decline
Early frosts, heavy rainfall and anthracnose have resulted in a lower yield for New Zealand producers this year.
Jul. 31, 2023
Turkey Receives PDO for Edremit Olive Oil
Nearly 10 million olive trees fall into the new Protected Designation of Origin-certified region in northwestern Anatolia.
Jul. 31, 2023
Despite Drought, Uruguay Anticipates Record Harvest
Official statistics have not been published yet, but a preliminary estimate puts the harvest at a record-high 3,000 tons.
Jul. 28, 2023
Record Temperatures, Wildfires Return to Mediterranean Basin
Many Southern Europeans and thousands of tourists are coping with the consequences of some of the worst wildfires suffered by the region in recent times.
Jul. 26, 2023
Tunisia Plans to Expand Olive Oil Exports to South Korea
Agriculture officials and diplomatic staff touted the country's rising profile as a high-quality producer of olive oil at a local event in South Korea.
Jul. 26, 2023
Europe Confirms Steep Decline in Olive Oil Production
In the blocās latest short-term agricultural outlook report, E.U. experts said the poor harvest and low stocks will keep pressure on prices.
Jul. 26, 2023
Art Exhibition Reflects on Xylella's Devastating Impact
āXylella Studies,ā which documents the disruption caused by the bacterium to Puglia, will be on display until September 10th at the Sigismondo Castromediano Museum.
Jul. 25, 2023
Monsoon Season Poised to Cause Havoc for Farmers in Pakistan
Historically, the monsoon season provided Pakistanās farmers a much-needed reprieve from the typically hot and dry conditions. Not this time.
Jul. 25, 2023
Olive Oil Producer Raises ā¬500K Through Crypto Bonds
Lamar Olive Oil raised the money by issuing blockchain-based bonds denominated in the EUROe stablecoin, which is backed by the Finnish Financial Supervisory Authority.
Jul. 24, 2023
Acclaimed Calabrian Producer Shares Insights on Blending, Organic Farming and Oleotourism
The producer behind Enotre discusses the challenges and opportunities for olive growers in Italyās second-largest olive oil-producing region.
Jul. 20, 2023
Signs Suggest a Weak Harvest in Turkey
Official estimates will not be published until September, but producers in Turkey said cold and rainy weather combined with the earthquake has led to scarce fruit.
Jul. 19, 2023
Researchers in California Test New Solutions for Olive Fruit Fly
Researchers at the University of California are testing a range of insecticide products for efficacy in controlling olive fruit flies.
Jul. 13, 2023
Officials in Zadar County Celebrate Award-Winning Producers
Prefect Božidar Longin thanked local extra virgin olive oil, wine and cheese producers for exposing a global audience to Zadar countyās agricultural products.
Jul. 13, 2023
Spurred by Olives, Organic Farmland Grows in Italy
With a 25,600-hectare increase in surface area from 2021 to 2022, olive groves are the most significant crop in Italyās expanding organic agricultural landscape.
Jul. 13, 2023
Istrian Officials Share Oleotourism Insights at Events in Spain and Italy
According to Istrian tourism officials, 190,000 people visit olive growers and producers on the peninsula each year. Now, these officials are sharing strategies in Spain and Italy.