Mar. 31, 2020
Coronavirus Impacts Australian Growers as Harvest Nears
While much of the world grinds to a halt in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, olive growers in Australia are getting ready to harvest.
Mar. 30, 2020
Olive Growers and Producers Support Compatriots in Italy
As everything but essential work remains halted in Italy, olive oil producers are finding new ways to persevere, while raising money to help the nation's overwhelmed healthcare service.
Mar. 30, 2020
Domestic Consumption Rises in Greece Amid Covid-19, Economic Growth Predicted to Halt
Greek olive oil remains in high demand among national consumers as the country's economic growth is predicted to grind to a halt.
Mar. 27, 2020 News Briefs
Some Countries Impose Restrictions on Exports of Food Commodities
Mar. 27, 2020 World
Mar. 26, 2020 World
Mar. 23, 2020 World
Coronavirus Deals Another Blow to an Industry Already Reeling
Mar. 21, 2020 News Briefs
Mar. 21, 2020
Olive Oil Sales Jump While Italian Economy Shrinks From Covid-19
Italians are shopping in masks and gloves, but they're still shopping, and buying more than they used to. Olive oil sales in Italy have jumped 22 percent since Covid-19 hit, and stores are finding that Mediterranean diet staples are now the top sellers
Mar. 19, 2020
Demand for Olive Oil in Spain Rises as Country Goes Into Coronavirus Lockdown
As anxious shoppers crowded into supermarkets, olive oil was at the top of many of their lists. Factories are running 24/7 to ensure supermarket shelves remain stocked.
Mar. 11, 2020
Covid-19 Lockdown in Italy Brings Critical Promotion Season to a Standstill
At a time when Italy's agriculture sector was already reeling, the coronavirus lockdown has wiped out major spring events and promotional activities.
Feb. 27, 2020
Coronavirus Epidemic Hits Italy's Agriculture Sector
The rising number of coronavirus infections across northern Italy has impacted every corner of the country's agriculture sector, from harvesting and production to tourism and exports.