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Dec. 5, 2025
Archaeologists Uncover Massive Roman Olive Oil Complex in Tunisia
Archaeologists excavating Henchir el-Begar in central Tunisia have uncovered one of the largest olive-oil production complexes of the Roman world, complete with monumental beam presses.
Dec. 5, 2025
In Puglia’s Ancient Groves, a Young Producer Charts a High-Tech Future for Ulivè
Azienda Agricola Emmanuel Sanarica is redefining olive farming in Puglia, combining research, technology and biodiversity to produce award-winning oils such as Ulivè.
Dec. 4, 2025
China Bets on Hubei to Lead the Next Phase of Olive Oil Development
Hubei, China’s smallest olive-producing region, is investing heavily in research and olive milling byproducts as it seeks to become a national hub for the industry.
Dec. 4, 2025 News Briefs
Traditional Growers Unite to Defend Spain’s Historic Olive Groves
Dec. 4, 2025 World
Producers Divided on 2025 Olive Harvest Amid Climate and Market Strains
Dec. 1, 2025 Producer Profiles
In Oliveto Citra, a Family Mill Advances Research, Sustainability and Quality
Dec. 1, 2025 Production
Turkey Braces for Sharp Drop in Olive Oil Output as Weather and Costs Take Toll
Dec. 1, 2025 Production
Montenegrin Producers Push to Boost Consumption as Ancient Groves Face Threats
Nov. 26, 2025
Global Olive Oil Production Hits Record 3.5 Million Tons
A new report forecasts global olive oil production at a record 3.507 million tons for 2024/25, driven by strong recovery in Spain and rising output in non-EU countries.
Nov. 21, 2025
Longnan Emerges as China’s Fastest-Growing Olive Oil Hub
Longnan, in China’s arid northwest, has become the country’s leading olive oil region, producing more than half of all domestic olives and investing heavily in mills, irrigation and farmer support.
Nov. 17, 2025
How Live Streaming Powers Sales for a Sichuan Olive Oil Producer
Producing organic extra virgin olive oil in the humid climate of northern Sichuan comes with a range of challenges. Social media has proven essential to finding and retaining customers.
Nov. 12, 2025
Report Exposes Extortion and Violence in Syria’s Olive Heartland
Once responsible for a third of Syria’s olive oil, Afrin’s farmers now face illegal levies, intimidation and violence under militia control, according to a new report by Syrians for Truth and Justice.
Nov. 11, 2025
A Sicilian Olive Oil That Blends Heritage, Design and Sustainability
In southwestern Sicily’s Belice Valley, Carmen Bonfante crafts Embrace, a premium extra virgin olive oil created to honor her island’s native olive varieties and welcoming spirit, with corporate responsibility at the heart of her vision.
Nov. 4, 2025
Drought and Low Yields Push Jordan to Explore Olive Oil Imports
With output expected to fall by half due to drought and natural yield cycles, Jordan faces rising olive oil prices and supply shortages.
Oct. 29, 2025
Hot, Dry Start to Autumn Lowers Production Estimates in Spain
The lack of rain and high temperatures at the start of autumn have led Spain’s leading cooperative to lower its harvest estimate.
Oct. 29, 2025
Monte Rosso: A Family Dream Reborn on Istria’s Red Hill
On Istria’s Red Hill, Davor Duboković and his partners turned abandoned land into one of Croatia’s most advanced olive estates.
Oct. 28, 2025
Quality Push Redefines Olive Oil Production in Montenegro
Modern equipment, renewed collaboration, and respect for ancient groves are redefining olive oil production in Montenegro,.
Oct. 21, 2025
In Chile’s Curicó Valley, Agroindustrial Siracusa Builds an Olive Oil Success Story
Leveraging decades of engineering experience, Agroindustrial Siracusa has built an efficient, high-density olive operation in Chile’s Curicó Valley.
Oct. 21, 2025
Catalonia Expects Significant Increase in Olive Oil Production
Catalonia's olive oil production is expected to double in 2025/26 due to improved weather conditions, but challenges remain for producers.
Oct. 20, 2025
Among Brazil’s Rocky Hills, Azeite Pedregais Cultivates Award-Winning Olive Oils
In Brazil’s rugged Serra do Sudeste, Azeite Pedregais transforms rocky terrain and relentless winds into award-winning extra virgin olive oils.
Oct. 15, 2025
Persistent Climate and Pest Pressures Undermine Greece’s Olive Oil Recovery
Greek olive oil production is expected to remain below 200,000 tons this crop year, with Crete experiencing a sharp decline due to drought and damage from the olive fruit fly.
Oct. 15, 2025
Sustainability Takes Root in the Hills Above Florence
Fattoria Poggio di Fiesole, a Tuscan estate with a rich history and dedication to sustainability, produces an award-winning organic olive oil.
Oct. 9, 2025
Alarm in Gargano as Xylella Reaches New Northern Front
A new Xylella fastidiosa outbreak near Cagnano Varano marks the bacterium’s northernmost spread in Puglia, prompting containment efforts and genetic analysis to trace its origin.