Sep. 6, 2023
Award-Winning Greek Producer Nurtures Soil Health and Patrini Olives
Spiridon Anangnostopoulos of Ranis has used his expertise to create the ideal soil substrate for his olive trees, bringing a local olive variety out of obscurity.
Sep. 6, 2023
Europe’s Evolving Fight Against Xylella Fastidiosa
Early detection across the European Union remains at the forefront of the struggle against the bacterium as officials are hopeful about new research, methods and tools.
Aug. 31, 2023
Malta’s New Olive Growers Cooperative Seeks to Professionalize Historic Sector
Ahead of a bumper harvest, the cooperative aims to transform the thousand-year-old sector through investment, education and tourism.
Aug. 31, 2023 Production
Aug. 29, 2023 Production
California Olive Oil Producers Weigh the Impact of Tropical Storm Hilary
Aug. 16, 2023 Production
Community Milling in California: Small Growers Encouraged to Reserve Early
Aug. 14, 2023 Production
Aug. 14, 2023 News Briefs
Aug. 10, 2023
California Producers Keep Olives and Workers Safe in Record Heat
With temperatures breaking records in some parts of the state, producers emphasize the need for irrigation and unconventional working hours.
Aug. 10, 2023
How an Experimental Farm in Japan Gave Rise to Award-Winning Olive Oil
What started as a land restoration project has transformed into an award-winning extra virgin olive oil-producing operation on the southern Japanese island of Kyushu.
Aug. 8, 2023
Judging Gets Underway in NYIOOC Southern Division
Registration remains open until the final results are released in September. Producers across the hemisphere await the results.
Aug. 7, 2023
Olive Oil Production Returns to Pompeii 2,000 Years After Volcanic Eruption
Ministers and farming organizations tasted local extra virgin olive oil and table olives while promoting a UNESCO nomination for Italian cuisines.
Aug. 7, 2023
Growers Prepare for Harvest in Northern Frontier of U.S. Olive Oil Production
Hobby growers and professional producers are optimistic about the upcoming harvest in Oregon.
Aug. 2, 2023
Olive Oil Producers in Argentina Beat the Heat, Enjoy Fruitful Harvest
After three below-average harvests, producers in Argentina expect a return to the norm. However, inflation continues to create problems for domestic sales and exports.
Aug. 2, 2023
Education Vital to Success of Turkey’s Olive Oil Sector, Award-Winning Producer Says
After winning 10 awards at the 2023 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, the producers behind Oliva Malia are keen to share the secrets of their success.
Aug. 2, 2023
An Olive Oil as Unique as Its Producers
Over the past decade, Saša Petković and Vedrana Rakovac have transitioned from hobby growers to professional producers. But some things have not changed.
Aug. 2, 2023
Sustainable Farming is Key to Quality as California Becomes Hotter and Drier
Investing in renewable energy, drip irrigation and organic practices helps the producers behind Spanish Oaks Ranch achieve award-winning quality.
Aug. 2, 2023
Leading Tunisian Bulk Olive Oil Exporter Pivots to Adding Value
The exporter seeks to expand shipments across Asia, while investing in sustainable farming to promote soil water retention capabilities at home.
Jul. 31, 2023
Olive Oil Producers in Greece Brace for Steep Production Decline
Warm weather, low fruition levels and the emergence of the fruit fly pose significant challenges to olive oil producers towards the next harvesting season.
Jul. 31, 2023
Extreme Weather Batters NZ Growers, Causing Second-Consecutive Production Decline
Early frosts, heavy rainfall and anthracnose have resulted in a lower yield for New Zealand producers this year.
Jul. 31, 2023
Despite Drought, Uruguay Anticipates Record Harvest
Official statistics have not been published yet, but a preliminary estimate puts the harvest at a record-high 3,000 tons.
Jul. 26, 2023
Europe Confirms Steep Decline in Olive Oil Production
In the bloc’s latest short-term agricultural outlook report, E.U. experts said the poor harvest and low stocks will keep pressure on prices.
Jul. 24, 2023
Acclaimed Calabrian Producer Shares Insights on Blending, Organic Farming and Oleotourism
The producer behind Enotre discusses the challenges and opportunities for olive growers in Italy’s second-largest olive oil-producing region.