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Jun. 11, 2025
Values of Hospitality, Sustainability Drive Quality at Misciattelli Bernardini Farm
From its historic headquarters in the old town of Allerona to the sustainably managed groves in the neighboring hills, an Umbrian producer preserves tradition while embracing change.
Jun. 11, 2025
Study Shows Mineral Clay Applications Boost Olive Oil Production
Mineral clay applications can mitigate the effects of climate change on olive cultivation, increasing yield and improving oil quality.
Jun. 4, 2025
An Ambitious Goal to Sell 4 Million Tons of Olive Oil by 2040
Spain’s agriculture minister has set a global target of reaching four million tons in annual olive oil sales by 2040, but some experts see this as overly optimistic.
Jun. 3, 2025 Producer Profiles
Precision in Every Step: Inside an Award-Winning Producer’s Methodical Approach
May. 31, 2025 The Best Olive Oils
Italian Producers Extend Reign of Excellence at World Competition
May. 30, 2025 Producer Profiles
Science Drives Award-Winning Producer’s Mission of Quality, Sustainability
May. 28, 2025 Producer Profiles
May. 27, 2025 News Briefs
May. 20, 2025
USDA Predicts Global Olive Oil Production Decline
While United States Department of Agriculture economists forecast a lower harvest in 2025/26, producers across the Mediterranean say conditions in the groves are promising.
May. 20, 2025
Turkish Producers Champion Native Varieties at World Competition
Turkish producers combined to win 30 of the industry's most coveted quality awards from local olive varieties including Ayvalik, Domat, Edremit, Gemlik, Memecik, Tekir and Trilye.
May. 14, 2025
Portuguese Olive Oil Brands Triumph in New York
Portugal's second-largest harvest yielded 34 awards at the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, with producers citing a favorable climate and a continued focus on quality.
May. 14, 2025
Pakistani Olive Oil Brand Makes History at World Competition
Loralai Olives became the first Pakistani brand to win an award at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, showcasing the country's potential in the industry.
May. 7, 2025
Greek Producers Celebrate World Competition Triumph After Rebound Harvest
Greek olive farmers and millers overcame the complications of an autumn drought to claim 96 awards at the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.
May. 7, 2025
Sustainability, Quality and Community Drive This Award-Winning Tunisian Producer
The Tunisian olive oil producer and exporter Olyfo is working to combine the latest technology with traditional Tunisian varieties and farming practices into world-class products.
May. 6, 2025
Producers in Spain Cap Strong Harvest with Quality Awards
Spain's olive industry thrived in 2025, producing 1.41 million metric tons and winning 93 awards at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.
May. 6, 2025
Olive Council Tests Plan to Help Olive Farmers Sell Carbon Credits
The Carbon Balance project assesses olive groves as natural carbon sinks, generating carbon credits for farmers through sustainable land management.
May. 1, 2025
How Farmers in Peru and Chile Work Together to Stop the Fruit Fly
Twin towns Tacna and Arica share family ties and trade dynamics, but face challenges with a recent fruit fly outbreak. Efforts are being made to prevent further damage and protect olive producers.
Apr. 29, 2025
Harvest Challenges, Tariffs Don’t Deter Award-Winning Olio Piro
Tuscan olive oil producer Olio Piro, led by siblings Romain and Marie-Charlotte Piro, is expanding globally after winning its sixth Gold Award in New York.
Apr. 29, 2025
Croatian Olive Growers Celebrate Their Historic Success
Croatian olive oil producers achieved major success at 2025 NYIOOC, earning 125 awards, surpassing major Mediterranean countries.
Apr. 29, 2025
U.S. Olive Oil Producers Win Big at World Competition
American producers demonstrated their ability to match the quality of imported brands, winning 92 awards at the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.
Apr. 29, 2025
Botanical Pesticide Outperforms Synthetic Alternative in Killing Olive Bark Beetle
A natural, garlic-based pesticide is found to be more effective than the closest artificial alternative, with none of the hazards.
Apr. 25, 2025
Croatian Producers Shine in Record-Breaking Year at 2025 NYIOOC
Despite facing challenges such as drought and fluctuating temperatures, Croatian producers demonstrated resilience and skill, establishing the country as a rising power in premium olive oil production.
Apr. 24, 2025
New Research Reveals Impact of Malaxation on Olive Oil Phenolic Profile
Malaxation, the mixing of crushed olives during milling, greatly affects the phenolic profile of olive oil, impacting taste, stability, and health benefits.