Production / page 4
Sep. 26, 2025
Turkish Producer Monsida Eyes Global Markets After Record Harvest
After decades of experience in the olive oil sector, the producer behind Monsida is betting on early harvest endemic monovarietals to break through at home and abroad.
Sep. 26, 2025
Crafting Award-Winning Olive Oil in the Shadow of Mount Fuji
Hundreds of kilometers away from Japan’s central olive-growing hub, one producer has braved the elements to produce unique extra virgin olive oil.
Sep. 25, 2025
Italian Olive Oil Producers Optimistic Despite Challenges
Italian farmers and millers are optimistic about the upcoming olive harvest, but challenges from weather and pests remain. Prices are expected to remain high.
Sep. 22, 2025 Production
Postira Symposium Honors Leaders of Adriatic Olive Oil Renaissance
Sep. 22, 2025 Producer Profiles
Navarra’s Aceite Artajo Marries Cutting-Edge Tech with Centuries of Olive Oil Heritage
Sep. 22, 2025 Basics
Sep. 20, 2025 Production
New Biopesticides Prove Effective at Mitigating Symptoms of Xylella
Sep. 13, 2025 Olive Varieties
Sep. 13, 2025
Olive Oil Production in Leading Countries Forecast to Fall to 2.65 Million Tons
Experts project lower but still significant olive oil production in 2025/26 across Mediterranean countries, with price fluctuations and climate playing key roles.
Sep. 9, 2025
Australian Co. Debuts New Table Olive Production Method
A new method for processing table olives in Australia is gaining attention for its potential to broaden the market. It boasts faster processing, fresh flavors, and no fermentation.
Sep. 2, 2025
Peru’s Olive Oil Sector Eyes Record Rebound in Despite Pest and Trade Challenges
While exporters see opportunities in global markets, structural weaknesses in Peru’s value chain and low farm-gate prices continue to challenge thousands of olive and table olive farmers.
Aug. 26, 2025
With Roots in Tradition, Producer Behind Azeite 4C Turns Focus to Quality
The Alentejo-based producer overcame a challenging harvest to win two 2025 World Olive Oil Competition awards, and is optimistic about the approaching harvest.
Aug. 26, 2025
Family-Run Olive Oil Business Thrives in Central Italy
Alfredo Agostini's small olive press in central Italy has grown into a thriving family business, exporting award-winning extra virgin olive oil worldwide.
Aug. 25, 2025
Australian Olive Growers Have Good Harvest Despite Drought
Irrigation proved crucial in some areas of the country, but farmers and millers still experienced good volumes and a high-quality production.
Aug. 25, 2025
Warming Weather Gives a Boost to Swiss Olive Cultivation
Switzerland is another central European country where warming weather has favored the cultivation of olive trees.
Aug. 21, 2025
Mild Temperatures Worry Olive Growers in Central and Northern Italy
Cool, wet weather has led to increased olive fruit fly activity. Authorities recommend preventative measures and treatments in infected groves.
Aug. 11, 2025
Italian Olive Oil Sector Demonstrates Resilience in New Report
A report from Ismea showed that exports and organic farming in Italy expanded even as production and consumption continue to decline.
Aug. 11, 2025
Luberon’s Unique Geology Helps Set One Award-Winning Producer Apart
The producers behind Domaine de la Sénancole have leveraged Luberon’s geology and Provence’s local olive varieties to produce a sustainable and sought-after olive oil.
Aug. 5, 2025
Harvest in New Zealand Shows Promise
New Zealand's 2025 olive harvest is off to a promising start, with challenges reported in northern regions but overall optimism for a strong yield.
Jul. 23, 2025
Egypt Proposes Geographical Indication for Ras Sedr Olive Oil
Egypt's Ras Sedr region has proposed new GI for local extra virgin olive oil, aiming to add value to production and boost sustainable farming.
Jul. 23, 2025
Italian Producers Wrap Up a Modest Season
The moderate harvest comes amid a wider trend of declining olive oil production. Producer groups are working to add value and improve climate resilience.
Jul. 17, 2025
Solar Ban in Italy Pushes Developers Into Olive Oil Production
Italian agri-solar PV projects are thriving despite a ban on utility-scale solar on agricultural land. Companies are finding success in combining renewables with farming.
Jul. 8, 2025
New Xylella Fastidiosa Infections Identified in Puglia
The latest infection of four olive trees marks the northernmost detection of Xylella fastidiosa in Italy’s southern Puglia region.