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May. 10, 2023
In Portugal, a Tough Season Ends with Stronger Determination
One industry veteran characterizes the 2022 harvest in Portugal as a perfect storm. Still, a common commitment to quality remains unshaken.
May. 9, 2023
Focus on Quality Yields Success for Producers in France
Despite a sharp drop in production due to Europeās prolonged drought, the number of French entries at the World Competition has progressively increased over the years.
May. 9, 2023
History and Terroir Guide Award-Winning Producer in Puglia
More than a century of olive oil production experience allowed the families behind Olio Mazzone to overcome a highly challenging season to triumph at the 2023 NYIOOC.
May. 4, 2023 The Best Olive Oils
Tunisian Producers Celebrate Victory After Season Plagued by Drought
May. 4, 2023 The Best Olive Oils
Tradition, Technology Yield Winning Results for Southern Italian Producers
May. 4, 2023 World
Consecrated Oil for King Charles III Coronation Arrives in London
May. 3, 2023 News Briefs
Croatian Celebrities Awarded at Local Olive Oil Quality Contest
May. 2, 2023 Business
Prices Continue to Break Records in Spain Ahead of Dismal Harvest Outlook
May. 2, 2023
Latest Awards Confirm the Rising Quality of Croatian Extra Virgin Olive Oils
Producers from Croatia remained among the most awarded at the 2023 World Olive Oil Competition, despite their much smaller production than some other participating countries.
May. 1, 2023
Tuscan Producers Manage Difficult Harvest to Achieve Outstanding Results
Producers from the famed central Italian region said sustainability is the key to success when producing extra virgin olive oil, even during a drought.
May. 1, 2023
Researchers Develop Simplified Way to Determine Polyphenol Contents of Olive Oil
The new method uses laser-engraved paper and a smartphone to determine polyphenols in a sample.
Apr. 27, 2023
Quality of Central Italian Producers Shines Through After Difficult Harvest
The climate did not make it easy for olive growers in Lazio, Umbria or Abruzzo. Still, producers crafted award-winning extra virgin olive oils emphasizing local varieties.
Apr. 27, 2023
A Record-Breaking Year for Producers in Turkey
After becoming the worldās second-largest producing country, Turkish producers upped their quality too.
Apr. 25, 2023
Award-Winning Producer Dedicates Accolade to Late Wife
Ivan Pfeiffer says he will rename his olive oil brand for his wife, who suddenly passed away.
Apr. 24, 2023
Americans Find Cost of Food Biggest Barrier to a Healthy Diet, Survey Finds
Just fifteen percent of Americans are familiar with the Mediterranean dietās health benefits, a Cleveland Clinic survey finds.
Apr. 24, 2023
U.S. Producers Weathered a Difficult Season and Emerged with Good Results
Although the yield is expected to be 50 percent lower than last year, there are reasons for a positive outlook.
Apr. 22, 2023
Olive Oil Prices Rising Faster than Inflation in Italy
Olive oil prices at origin in Italy are 46 percent higher than last year, driving up the costs of other popular foods.
Apr. 21, 2023
Undeterred by Drought, Producers Across Spain Achieve Award-Winning Quality
Olive oil production in Spain dropped sharply in the 2022/23 crop year. Still, producers managed to obtain outstanding results.
Apr. 21, 2023
Master Miller in Istria Explains His Sustained Success at World Competition
Edi DruzetiÄ says a state-of-the-art mill, quick harvest and carefully balanced blends are the secrets to Uljara Vodnjanās success at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.
Apr. 21, 2023
The Challenges and Triumphs of Taking Over an Olive Farm in California
Since purchasing Pitchouline and rebranding as Pura Grove, Tim Bui has continued the Southern California producer's legacy of quality.
Apr. 19, 2023
Lebanese Ag Minister Praises Producersā Success on World Stage
Officials and producers hope the awards will promote Lebanese extra virgin olive oil in foreign markets and spur exports for the crisis-enveloped country.
Apr. 18, 2023
As Harvest Gets Underway, South African Producers Face Rolling Blackouts
Olive oil production is expected to decrease in South Africa after consecutive near-record yields. Load shedding and political instability are among the main challenges.
Apr. 17, 2023
Aceite de Madrid Receives Protected Designation of Origin Status
The extra virgin olive oil, produced primarily with Manzanilla, Castellana, and Cornicabra olives, becomes the countryās 32nd PDO.