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climate change / page 40

An older man wearing glasses is harvesting olives from a tree in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jul. 24, 2018

Extreme Olive Growing in Valle d'Aosta and Piemonte

Growing olives in Valle d’Aosta, a mountainous region enclosed by the Alps, seemed unthinkable until a group of daring farmers decided to try.

Night view of a city skyline with buildings and boats reflected in the water. - Olive Oil Times
Business

May. 31, 2018

Olive Council Session Returns to S. America

The 107th meeting of the organization will take place next month in Buenos Aires and will be followed by a seminar on olive growing in the Americas.

Olive trees covered in snow on a hillside with a few houses in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Mar. 5, 2018

Will the 'Beast From the East' Affect Olive Groves?

As Europe was struck by an intense cold wave originating in Siberia, concerns arose among farmers.

Aerial view of Cape Town with the coastline and mountains in the background. - Olive Oil Times

Feb. 8, 2018 Africa / Middle East

Cape Town on Verge of Running Out of Water

A child sitting on dry, cracked earth near a small body of water. - Olive Oil Times
A detailed view of Earth from space, showing landmasses and oceans against a dark background. - Olive Oil Times
Expansive view of an olive grove with rows of trees under a cloudy sky. - Olive Oil Times
Two combine harvesters working in a field surrounded by dust during harvest season. - Olive Oil Times
Industrial complex featuring multiple smoke stacks emitting white smoke against a blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
Health

Aug. 31, 2017

Rising Carbon Dioxide Levels Will Reduce Nutritional Value of Crops

The effects of carbon dioxide put populations at risk of losing the available dietary protein in staple crops, compounding the challenges of poverty worldwide.

Olive trees with gray clouds in the sky over a green grassy field. - Olive Oil Times
World

Aug. 10, 2017

Sustainable Management of Olive Groves Can Tackle Effects of Climate Change

A leading expert in fruit tree physiology, Cristos Xiloyannis, has been committed to developing sustainable olive growing techniques.

A view of a busy street with people walking in various directions, including a woman with long hair in a plaid shirt. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jul. 31, 2017

Four Lifestyle Choices Seen as Most Effective in Reducing Greenhouse Gases

Researchers from Lund University have identified the four most effective actions that individuals can take to reduce their carbon footprint.

Traditional wooden boats moored on a river with reflections of buildings in Hoi An, Vietnam. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jul. 27, 2017

Report Warns of Impacts of Climate Change in Asia

The Asian Development Bank cautions that human health and food security in the Asia Pacific region are under threat if steps are not taken to tackle climate change.

Smoke billowing from multiple smokestacks of an industrial power plant against a sunset backdrop. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jul. 10, 2017

Experts Say Greenhouse Gases Must Be Tackled in Three Years

A statement launched on the eve of the G20 Summit in Hamburg warned that greenhouse gas emissions must show a significant decline by 2020 to reach the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Two large olive trees with a sunset background in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jul. 5, 2017

Heat Wave Challenges Italian Olive Growers

A heat wave in Italy has caused concern among olive farmers. We asked some experts how to face this current challenge.

A large iceberg floating in ocean water with a blue hue and cloudy sky above. - Olive Oil Times
World

Apr. 18, 2017

WMO Confirms 2016 Was Hottest Year on Record

Carbon dioxide emissions also reached record levels, while sea temperatures rose, and many parts of the world experienced incidences of extreme weather.

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Olive trees covered in frost with houses in the background during winter. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jan. 26, 2017

How Cold Temperatures Can Help Olive Production

Very low temperatures and snow can have positive effects on olive trees by reducing the olive fruit fly population, containing fungal diseases and aerating the soil.

Olive trees in a field during sunset with a colorful sky and green grass. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jan. 20, 2017

Project in Greece Converts Olive Cultivation Into a Climate Management Tool

For four years, the oLIVE CLIMA Project in Greece has tackled challenges posed by climate change in the Mediterranean by introducing innovative techniques to convert olive cultivation into a climate management tool.

Row of solar panels reflecting sunlight during sunset with a distant horizon. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jan. 11, 2017

The Trump Cards of Climate Change in Olive Cultivation

For what it's worth, climate change, at least for olive oil production, may prove a blessing in disguise.

Satellite view of Earth at night showing illuminated regions and landmasses. - Olive Oil Times
World

Dec. 19, 2016

Harvard Hosts Forum on Feeding the Planet During Climate Change

A forum at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health discussed ways to sustain at-risk food resources made vulnerable from climate change, and the impacts for populations in developing countries.

Man standing beside an olive tree in an agricultural field with green plants in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Dec. 15, 2016

Moroccan Farmers Combat Climate Change With Olive Trees and Innovation

Climate change is altering Morocco's landscape and creating serious challenges for the agricultural sector. In the Al Haouz province, resilient farmers took steps to adapt, and they have a burgeoning olive industry to show for it.

Stream of olive oil pouring from a metal dispenser into a circular opening. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Dec. 6, 2016

Lower Output in Greece Blamed on Climate

Affected by extended heat and fly attacks, Greece's annual olive oil output is forecast to drop by 17 percent, and Italy's more than double that. Still, Greece remains a surplus country with a loyal client base and strong export potential.

Hands wearing gloves sorting through a large pile of green olives with leaves. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Dec. 2, 2016

Difficult Harvest in Italy Leads to Higher Prices

Italian olive oil production in 2016 will probably be half of last year's, yet producers acted in time to maintain high-quality as global prices trend upward.

Group of officials seated at a conference table during a meeting, with a speaker addressing the group. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Nov. 18, 2016

Sustainable Olive Oil Production Helps Mitigate Climate Change

The International Olive Council attended the Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP22) to present research on sustainable olive oil production.

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