Jun. 22, 2023
Despite Production Woes, Spain Anticipates Expanding Organic Exports to China
Rising demand for organic olive oil and other consumer products in China provides an opportunity for Spainās organic olive oil producers.
Jun. 22, 2023
Italy Sees Significant Growth in Culinary Tourism
The 2023 Wine and Food Tourism Report showed a 37 percent increase in food-related travel experiences.
Jun. 21, 2023
Andalusian Producers Achieve Outstanding Quality After Disastrous Harvest
After the smallest harvest in more than a decade, producers in Spain earned their fourth-highest award count at the World Olive Oil Competition.
Jun. 21, 2023 News Briefs
Researchers Evaluate 12 Olive Varieties for Drought Tolerance
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Jun. 15, 2023
Research-Focused Conference in Pakistan Showcases the Potential of Olive Cultivation
The PakOlive conference focused on olive oil as a strategic crop in the face of climate change and the need to focus on quality and exports.
Jun. 13, 2023
Spanish Lawmakers Approve ā¬2B Aid for Agriculture Sector Hit by Drought
While most of the funds are earmarked for improvements to water infrastructure and ranchers, the amount available to olive farmers is significantly less.
Jun. 13, 2023
Esporão Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Top Awards for Organic Olive Oils
What started as a family winery expanded into significant olive farming and oil production after a friendly challenge from an uncle to a nephew.
Jun. 13, 2023
The Best Olive Varieties for Hobby Growers in Northern California
Whether it is for ornamental purposes or for small-scale table olive or oil production, these olives are perfectly suited to Northern California backyards.
Jun. 13, 2023
European Bird Populations Threatened by Intensive Farming, Study Finds
Eliminating habitats and prey and the increasing use of fertilizer, pesticides and herbicides have contributed to the dramatic decrease in Europeās birdlife.
Jun. 13, 2023
Innovation Yields World-Class Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Restored Groves of Former Monastery
Zero waste, healthy soil, regenerative agriculture and award-winning olive oil production are the goals of Cultura Viva.
Jun. 12, 2023
Tracking the Rise of Olive Oil in Japan
The rising quantity and quality of olive oil production in Japan presents opportunities for local farmers as well as European exporters.
Jun. 8, 2023
Olive Oil Producers in Middle East Enjoy Award-Winning Finish to Bumper Harvest
Producers in Lebanon, Israel and Jordan overcame economic challenges to celebrate success at the 2023 World Olive Oil Competition.
Jun. 8, 2023
Exploring the History of Tuscanyās Iconic Olive Landscape
While evidence of the first olive trees in the iconic Italian region date back to the 14th century, the proliferation of olive oil culture started centuries later.
Jun. 8, 2023
Sicilian and Sardinian Producers Attribute Award-Winning Quality to Innovation, Sustainability
Producers on Sicily and Sardinia overcame drought and macroeconomic challenges to craft some of this year's best extra virgin olive oils.
Jun. 8, 2023
Bonolio Becomes Latest European Producer to Open U.S. Facility
The Sicilian producer plans to double its exports to the U.S.
Jun. 5, 2023
Some Hope for Growers as Rain Falls in Andalusia
For many producers in southern Spain, too little rain has fallen too late, with expectations of another poor harvest looming. Still, the rain lifted expectations.
Jun. 5, 2023
Goya Spain GM Says the Global Olive Oil Sector Potential Lies with Young Consumers
Antonio Carrasco believes olive oil brands must define themselves through quality while communicating these values to young people.
Jun. 4, 2023
Unveiling the Mystery and Magic Surrounding Tuscanyās Olivo della Strega
Believed to be a gathering place of witches and other mythical creatures, radiocarbon dating confirms the tree may not live for much longer.
Jun. 1, 2023
Consumer Group in France Finds Olive Oils Contaminated with Hydrocarbons
Test results published by the National Consumer Institute, found that 23 of 24 olive oils had traces of plasticizer and hydrocarbon contamination.