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May. 25, 2022
Drought Continues to Concern Growers in Chile
Chile will produce less olive oil this year than in the previous season but close to the five-year average.
May. 18, 2022
Producers Anticipate Another Bumper Crop in Uruguay
Excellent weather and the widespread adaptation of agricultural best practices mean Uruguayan producers expect a bountiful harvest once again.
May. 5, 2022
Drought Leads to Predictions of Weak Harvest in Argentina
The olive-harvesting season has started in Argentina, but farmers expect low yields and rising costs.
May. 4, 2022 Olive Varieties
Argentina Likely to Host Olive Council's Fourth Olive Germplasm Bank
Mar. 9, 2022 Production
Argentina Receives Its First Geographical Indication for Olive Oil
Jan. 4, 2022 World
Oct. 26, 2021 Production
Jul. 8, 2021 Production
Jun. 30, 2021
South American Producers Celebrate NYIOOC Victories After Tough Year
The pandemic and difficult climatic conditions hampered the harvests of Argentina, Chile and Uruguay, yet these producers managed to win the industry's most coveted quality awards.
Jun. 16, 2021
Rising Demand for Virgin Olive Oils Drives Imports in Brazil
Data from the International Olive Council shows that Brazil’s appetite for olive oil and table olives has weathered the pandemic, with imports of both continuing to rise.
Jun. 7, 2021
Inclement Weather Dampens Argentina Olive Harvest, But Quality Remains High
Estimates for the 2021 harvest see production falling or remaining steady. Producers say they are more concerned about exports and prices.
Jun. 7, 2021
Renewed Focus on Quality Pays Off for Brazilian Producers at 2021 NYIOOC
Brazilian producers earned a record-high 18 awards at the World Olive Oil Competition from 19 entries.
May. 17, 2021
Chilean Producers Manage a Hard Year to a Promising Harvest
Chile is expected to produce roughly 20,000 tons of olive oil in 2021. Producers have renewed focus on quality to help their brands stand out.
Apr. 26, 2021
South American Olive Oil Conference Goes Online
Attendees can listen to prerecorded lectures on a range of topics online. Presenters see this as a positive step for the continent’s olive oil sector.
Jan. 5, 2021
Cultivating Olive Oil Culture Through the Recognition of Heritage Trees
By identifying centenary olive trees, the organizers of Sudoliva hope to promote olive oil culture in the Americas and help producers along the way.
Dec. 31, 2020
Uruguay Expects a Better Harvest Following a Disastrous One
Production is expected to rebound after a dismal harvest last year, but will not quite reach the highs of the 2018/19 crop.
Dec. 4, 2020
Spain, Uruguay Try to Revive Stalled EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement
Growing apathy in South America and hostility in Europe have thrown the future of the landmark deal into doubt. Uruguay and Spain have stepped in to try and breathe new life into what could be the world’s largest free trade deal.
Aug. 24, 2020
German Chancellor Casts Doubt Over Landmark E.U.-Mercosur Trade Deal
Angela Merkel is concerned that dropping E.U. tariffs on some agricultural products from Brazil will expedite deforestation in the Amazon rainforest.
Jun. 29, 2020
Production Declines Again in Argentina
While some producers simply entered an off-year in 2020, others had trouble finding workers to harvest their olives. Low global olive oil prices have also made production less profitable for all in the sector.
Jun. 16, 2020
An Olive Harvest in Peru Amid Sweeping Changes
Peruvian producers expect a 50-percent-lower yield this year while the Covid-19 pandemic increases consumption and changes in the sector abound.
Jun. 9, 2020
Pandemic, Drought Slow Chilean Harvest
Chile's worsening coronavirus outbreak has added to the challenges facing producers who nevertheless remain optimistic about the quality of their harvests.
May. 25, 2020
Latin American Producers Celebrate Another Successful Year at NYIOOC
Producers from Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Mexico overcame drought and other challenges during the 2019 harvest to win a combined 14 awards at the World Olive Oil Competition.
May. 5, 2020
Pandemic Delays Argentina's Exports
Dropping demand for table olives and olive oil in Brazil combined with low prices for both mean many producers are having problems remaining solvent. Some are getting emergency loans while others cut costs.