Producers in Corsica are at the mercy of policy measures to contain Xylella fastidiosa on the island. Some fear these new policies are damaging the island's olive-producing culture.

Individual standing in an olive grove with green trees and red soil in the background. - Olive Oil Times

Producer Profiles

Nov. 21, 2019

In La Mancha, 788 'Families' United in Quality

Forty years ago, a few dozen farmers in La Mancha started the cooperative of Valedepeñas. Today, Colival's 788 associates are looking to the future.

Aerial view of an olive grove with trees and a hillside landscape in the background. - Olive Oil Times

Nov. 7, 2019 Producer Profiles

Frescobaldi: Quality Evolves Along the History of a Tuscan Family

Rows of blooming iris flowers in a field surrounded by olive trees on a hillside. - Olive Oil Times

Oct. 21, 2019 Producer Profiles

Pruneti: Quality Craftsmen in the Heart of Chianti

Close-up of an olive tree branch featuring green olives and leaves in a blurred orchard background. - Olive Oil Times

Sep. 10, 2019 World

The Give and Take of French Cultivars

Woman closely examining olive tree leaves in a natural setting. - Olive Oil Times

Sep. 5, 2019 News Briefs

Making 'Magic' at Domaine de La Vallongue

A man in a gray hoodie standing in a vineyard landscape with rolling hills and olive trees. - Olive Oil Times

Jul. 22, 2019 World

Finding Balance Among the Olives

Dirt path winding through an olive grove under a blue sky with clouds. - Olive Oil Times

World

Jul. 15, 2019

Quality and Tradition at Valpaços

The Cooperativa de Olivicultores de Valpacos, one of the most renowned Portuguese producers, has over 2,200 associates from the town of Valpaços and neighboring Mirandela.

A large group of brown chickens roaming under olive trees in a green field. - Olive Oil Times

World

Jun. 25, 2019

Italian Producers Explain What It Takes to Succeed in a Tough Campaign

Harvesting at the right time, proper stewardship of the land, attention to details, teamwork, perseverance, and passion were all listed by award-winning Italian producers as the reasons for their success.

A man inspecting olive branches while harvesting olives in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times

Producer Profiles

Apr. 24, 2019

At Brist, It's All in the Family

In the last of our four-part video series on Istrian producers, Brist is a family business where every member has a role.

Man in a yellow long-sleeve shirt pruning olive tree branches while standing on a branch. - Olive Oil Times

World

Apr. 23, 2019

In Slovenia, the "Tree Needs to Look Beautiful"

"A vine is like a lover," Miha Jakovcic says. "If you neglect it, even a little, it won’t forgive you. An olive tree, however, is like a mother. You can always come back to her,"

Orjana Hrvatin and Timotej Zupan standing together in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times

World

Apr. 10, 2019

Old Ways Endure at Award-Winning Farm in Slovenia

Timor’s six olive groves are small and disperse, each containing just a few dozen trees. The rugged terrain makes it necessary to do everything by hand, which the husband and wife team do well enough to earn the industry's highest award.

Man inspecting olive leaves while standing in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times

World

Apr. 2, 2019

In Slovenia, Hard Work and Keeping it Simple

Franc Morgan planted his first trees thirty years ago on his farm in Grintovec. Going organic was the plan from the beginning and he became one of the first organic olive oil producers in Slovenia.

Group of people posing together in a vineyard with grapevines in the background. - Olive Oil Times

World

Jan. 16, 2019

Herzegovian Farmer Looks to Keep Momentum After New York Win

The Skegro Family Winery is paving the way for high-quality extra virgin olive oil production in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

A hillside olive grove with several olive trees arranged in rows under a clear blue sky. - Olive Oil Times

World

Nov. 30, 2018

Bona Furtuna: From a Journey of Hope to a Vision for Development

The amazing story of an extra virgin olive oil from Sicily.

Row of olive trees in a green orchard under a clear sky. - Olive Oil Times

World

Nov. 1, 2018

Florida Farmers Lay the Foundation for a Growing South East Industry

River Run Olive Oil Company is planting new groves in Florida armed with a keen attention to agricultural details and advice from colleagues from across the country.

Woman with gray hair drinking from a large green glass bottle outdoors. - Olive Oil Times

World

Oct. 31, 2018

Global Gardens Founder Sees Olive Tree as Keystone of California Permaculture

Long-time producer and certified sommelier Theo Stephan looks to bring her love for olive oil and the environment full circle.

A couple standing together among young olive trees in a field. - Olive Oil Times

World

Oct. 22, 2018

Canada's First Olive Farm Weathers Difficult Winter

A year after their first successful harvest made headlines, Sheri and George Braun were left unable to fill any of their orders. Still, the couple said the project’s uncertainty is part of what makes it worth doing.

Close-up of oranges hanging from a tree branch in an orchard setting. - Olive Oil Times

World

Oct. 19, 2018

As Citrus Struggles, Some Olive Growers Take Root in Florida

Olives are not new to the Sunshine State, but their economic viability is coming into the spotlight as citrus struggles.

Two men inspecting olive branches during an olive harvest in an orchard. - Olive Oil Times

World

Sep. 28, 2018

Masía El Altet: Valencia's Gold Standard

At nearly 3,000 ft above sea level in Valencia, Masía El Altet is placed at the turning point where the Mediterranean climate starts receiving continental influences.

Two men arranging red harvesting baskets in an olive grove during the olive collection process. - Olive Oil Times

World

Sep. 25, 2018

Croatia's Top Producers Upbeat as Harvest Nears

As fall rolls in, several Croatian producers say the conditions look good for another award-winning year.

Man examining an olive tree branch with green olives in a natural setting. - Olive Oil Times

World

Sep. 18, 2018

Montsagre: Picual Perfection Among the Empeltre

This is Empeltre territory, an area which comprises the Bajo Aragón region, the Ebro valley and the Terra Alta in Tarragona. It is also home to Albert Barrobés and his family's award-winning Picual.