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Jan. 29, 2024
Meet the Man Trying to Transform the Olive Sector in France
Yannick Masmondet is working with farmers to plant 50,000 hectares of olive groves on unused agricultural land, expanding national production while diversifying farmer portfolios.
Jan. 29, 2024
Production in Spain Expected to Fall Short of Initial Estimates
Production estimates range from 680,000 to 755,000 tons for the 2023/24 crop year, below expectations at the start of the harvest.
Jan. 29, 2024
In Search of Chill: Cool Nights Needed for Olive Trees in Greece
After warm spells decimated their harvests, producers in Greece are hoping for cool temperatures during critical growing stages this time around.
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Producers in Uruguay See Awards Fueling Exports, Local Olive Oil Culture
Jan. 9, 2024
Tour in Tunisia Explores Olive Oil Culture and Cuisine
The Sfax Oleo Tour takes visitors on an eclectic trip through the olive oil-soaked region, visiting groves and sampling the many local delicacies.
Jan. 5, 2024
Buoyed by Awards, the Pope’s Official EVOO Producer Looks Ahead to Harvest
Pontiffs have traditionally favored extra virgin olive oils of Lazio. Domenico Sperlonga is following in the footsteps of his forefathers to serve Pope Francis.
Jan. 5, 2024
Experts Offer Pest-Control Tips for California's Hobby Growers
Hobbyists use organic practices to combat weeds and treat and prevent olive knot, yellow leaves, the olive fruit fly, peacock spot and Verticillium wilt.
Jan. 3, 2024
In South West France, Plans to Make More Olive Oil
Officials in Lot-et-Garonne plan to take advantage of the favorable climate and rich water resources to increase production.
Jan. 3, 2024
Pakistan Celebrates Foreign Investment, Local Culture at World Olive Day Gala
The event, held in the national capital, brought together farmers, consumers, foreign investors and government officials to educate, network and celebrate.
Jan. 3, 2024
Upstart Belgian Importer Stakes Claim on the World Stage
The founders of ASUR source award-winning oils from Greece to sell in Belgium and the Netherlands, facing challenges associated with nascent olive oil markets.
Jan. 3, 2024
Europe Grants PDO Status to Turkey's Çizik Zeytini Table Olives
Turkey now has E.U.-protected status for three table olive varieties while awaiting Protected Designation of Origin certification for another three.
Jan. 3, 2024
Tuscany Announces Funds to Prevent Olive Grove Abandonment
The measures are meant to encourage growers to take care of abandoned olive trees in difficult terrains and maintain them to prevent wildfire and pest development
Jan. 3, 2024
Promoting the Role of Women in the Olive Sector
Jill Myers founded the Women in Olive Oil network to connect women across the sector while promoting their voices and highlighting their contributions.
Jan. 2, 2024
Officials in Jordan Work to Protect Millennial Olive Trees
Although they have lived through war, famine and plagues, Jordan's ancient olive trees are now threatened by luxury hotels and affluent collectors.
Jan. 2, 2024
Rise in Production of Italian PDO and PGI Olive Oils, New Report Reveals
An estimated 23,500 operators produced 13,500 tons of extra virgin olive oil with geographical indications in 2022, but their export value remained stable at €62 million.
Jan. 2, 2024
Corto Bets on Olives as Crop of The Future in Changing Sacramento Valley
As California deals with the impacts of climate change, rising labor costs and worker shortages, Corto Olive president Cliff Little believes planting more olives is a solution.
Jan. 2, 2024
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Sales in Spain Fell by 40 Percent in 2023
The soaring retail price for extra virgin olive oil has driven the vital ingredient out of the reach of many families.
Jan. 2, 2024
Olives Bring Sustainable Development to Pakistan
Pakistan continues to deepen ties with Italy to bring the necessary hardware and technical knowledge to the fledgling olive oil sector.
Jan. 2, 2024
Greece to Provide Work Permits to 30,000 Migrants to Curb Labor Shortage
By easing vetting procedures for migrants already in the country, Athens plans to increase the agricultural workforce.