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Nov. 2, 2022
Scientists Expect Drought in Western U.S. to Continue Through Spring
The forecast comes as new research demonstrates the significant impact that drought, heatwaves and wildfires have on agriculture across the country.
Oct. 27, 2022
How Intensive Agriculture and Olive Cultivation Impact Soil Health
While intensive agriculture degrades soil health in seasonal crops, the same cannot be conclusively said about olives.
Oct. 12, 2022
Hot Weather Weakens Plant Immune System, Study Finds
Uncertainty exists among scientists worldwide about why plants’ defenses against pathogens fade away under rising temperatures. However, the cure may lie in genetics.
Sep. 30, 2022 Business
Sep. 29, 2022 Production
Sep. 14, 2022 World
Sep. 9, 2022 News Briefs
Drought on Iberian Peninsula Expected to Persist Through November
Aug. 23, 2022 News Briefs
Aug. 10, 2022
Brussels Approves Plan to Use Treated Wastewater for Irrigation
Brussels has published new guidelines paving the way for the widespread use of treated urban wastewater in agriculture.
Jul. 25, 2022
European Commission Proposes Eliminating Tariffs on Fertilizer Ingredients
Inflation, supply chain issues and the Russian invasion of Ukraine have resulted in skyrocketing ammonia prices and rising urea prices, forcing the E.U. to act.
Jul. 18, 2022
Spain Launches a New Strategy Against Desertification
Desertification in the world’s top olive oil-producing country is being fueled by the ongoing drought and poor land management practices.
Jul. 11, 2022
Report: Mediterranean Agricultural Biodiversity at Risk
The Agrobiodiversity Index Report 2021 shows diversity is the key to MedDiet survival in a world increasingly dominated by monocultures and provides recommendations.
Jun. 27, 2022
Pakistani Government Launches Agricultural Development Program
The new government in Islamabad will continue previous olive growing projects as part of its initiative to modernize the agricultural sector.
Jun. 22, 2022
Northern Italy's Drought Continues to Worsen
Farmers’ associations estimate that crop yields will be significantly impacted as local authorities put limits on the amount of water available for irrigation.
Jun. 17, 2022
Italy Investing €3B to Convert a Quarter of Farm Land to Organic by 2027
The announcement came after a study determined organic agriculture can cut production costs for farmers.
Jun. 17, 2022
Brussels Wants at Least €53B for European Agriculture in 2023
The funding will be used to mitigate the impacts of the global food security crisis, invest in sustainable agriculture and prevent environmental degradation.
Jun. 15, 2022
World Bank Investing Nearly €30B to Improve Global Food Security
The global development bank will invest in making food systems more resilient to climate extremes, disease, conflict and trade disruptions.
Jun. 15, 2022
Italian and Croatian Olive Growers Test New Carbon Credit Project
Over the three-year duration of the project, 160 farmers covering 1,877 hectares sequestered 6,500 tons of greenhouse gas emissions.
Jun. 8, 2022
Report: Extreme Weather Events Are Getting Worse, Affecting Food Availability
The World Meteorological Organization warned that time is running out to prevent climate change from further negatively impacting global food security.
Jun. 2, 2022
U.N. Developing Olive Groves and Mills in Drought-Prone Areas of Iraq
The Middle Eastern country is also working to rejoin the International Olive Council, which would further develop the nascent sector.
Jun. 2, 2022
Studying Plant Reactions to Environmental Stressors Key to Sustainable Agriculture
New research into plants’ molecular response to mechanical stimulation sheds new light on their response to environmental stressors and development.
Jun. 1, 2022
California’s Drought Expected to Worsen in 2022
Low levels of winter precipitation mean that reservoirs and groundwater sources will not be replenished. Officials said farmers will need to adapt.
May. 31, 2022
Report: Food System Reform Can Reverse Deforestation and Desertification
The United Nations report recommended shifting to regenerative agricultural techniques and eating more plant-based diets as effective reforms.