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May. 31, 2018
Olive Council Session Returns to S. America
The 107th meeting of the organization will take place next month in Buenos Aires and will be followed by a seminar on olive growing in the Americas.
May. 29, 2018
Optimism Abounds in Argentina Olive Sector
Olive oil production is expected to grow by as much as 20 percent by 2019.
Apr. 12, 2018
Deoleo Agrees to Settle Lawsuit for $7 Million
The Spanish olive oil behemoth will settle with plaintiffs, paying out $7 million as well as agreeing to change labels and take measures to improve quality.
Feb. 5, 2018 Business
Beef and Olive Oil Deal Breakers in Ongoing EU-Mercosur Talks
Jan. 30, 2018 Business
Poor Olive Harvests in Europe Lead to Boom in Exports From Mendoza
Nov. 21, 2017 Business
Nov. 15, 2017 Production
New Software Models Increase Efficiency of Olive Oil Production
Nov. 10, 2017 Business
Heavy Rains Don't Dampen Enthusiasm of Argentina's Olive Oil Exporters
Jun. 16, 2017
Argentina's 'La Reconquista' Conquers New York
Cherished for its well-balanced, harmonious flavor, the olive oil from Argentina's Olivares La Reconquista earned the coveted Best in Class Award at this year's NYIOOC.
May. 8, 2017
Argentine Oils: From 'Plan B' Crop to Award Winners
In wine-soaked Argentina, EVOO is beginning to make its mark.
Apr. 25, 2017
Brazil Looks for Its Own Olive
As debate revolves around whether or not Maria da Fé is an olive species unique to Brazil, both traditional mills and technologically advanced machinery have contributed to the increased quality of olive oil here.
Apr. 20, 2017
Brazil Reveals Widespread Olive Oil Fraud
Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Farming reported that sixty-four percent of olive oil analyzed in the last two years did not meet the quality standards required by their labeling.
Mar. 28, 2017
Building Chilean Identity Through EVOO
Founded in 2006, Chile's Austral Family Estates is rapidly -- and thoughtfully -- garnering international acclaim.
Jan. 12, 2017
Serra da Mantiqueira: Brazil’s Pioneer EVOO Region
A couple of years before the turn of the century a handful of Brazilian farmers cleared fields and planted small areas of olive trees. The results were impressive and Serra da Mantiqueira became Brazil's new olive oil darling.
Jan. 5, 2017
Colinas de Garzón: Uruguay's Crown Jewel of EVOO
Colinas de Garzón is one of Uruguay's premier olive oil and wine producers, as well as a popular destination for tourists.
Dec. 8, 2016
Chile Celebrates Olives From Azapa
This year, the small, fertile valley achieved its hard-fought geographic indication, On the far northern edge of the Atacama desert, Azapa receives no rain, yet wells fed by the winters in the high plains above provide year-round water.
Dec. 5, 2016
Chile on Track to Surpass 19 Percent Growth in Olive Oil Production
Projected to exceed 22,000 tons of olive oil production in 2016, Chile has overcome adverse climate conditions with a savvy combination of efficiency and a sharp focus on quality.
Nov. 28, 2016
Brazilian Politics: 10, Olive Oil: 0
Olive oil producers like Rafael Marchetti find themselves in a catch-22. Whereas their niche food industry is welcomed and needed in Brazil, the political and economic whirlwind sweeping the country doesn't seem like it will end anytime soon.
Oct. 13, 2016
World Olive Oil Production Slips, Brazilian Imports Sharply Lower
The latest figures from the International Olive Council predict a 7 percent drop in production and sharply lower imports by Brazil after years of growth.
Mar. 17, 2016
Project Aims to Bring Social Change through Olive Oil in Brazil
Social Trees wants to plant thousands of olive trees, producing olive oil in support of youth education in the Rio Grande do Sul region’s poorer communities.
Feb. 18, 2016
How Terroir Affects EVOO Quality in Chile
A recent study found that the geographical location had a greater influence on the concentration of sensory compounds in extra virgin olive oil than cultivars.
Sep. 30, 2015
Deoleo Partners with Ecuadorian Firm to Bottle and Distribute Carbonell Lines
Spanish olive oil giant and makers of Carbonell, Deoleo, spoke with Olive Oil Times about expanding its presence in Latin America as part of an agreement with La Fabril, a leading Ecuadorian company.
Oct. 6, 2014
Sol D’Oro Southern Edition Recognizes Region’s Top Producers
The Verona-based competition held its first southern edition in the Chilean capital, bringing together producers from South America, South Africa and Australia.