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Feb. 11, 2021
Catalan Producers Emphasize History and Sustainability in Tourism Initiative
The award-winning producers Mil & Un Verd are on a mission: preserve the historical structures and millennial olive trees of their estate while sustainably producing extra virgin olive oil from native varieties.
Feb. 11, 2021
Andalusian Festival Inaugurates Virtual Event
The Covid-19 pandemic has forced some parts of La Molienda de Riogordo olive oil festival online. Organizers are capitalizing on the opportunity to offer an English-language version.
Jan. 4, 2021
California Table Olive Harvest Exceeds Expectations Despite Pandemic, Wildfires
The table olive harvest in the Golden State was between 9,000 and 15,000 tons larger than initially expected. The transition to high density groves has increased efficiency and quality, one of the state's main producers said.
Dec. 28, 2020 Producer Profiles
Dec. 22, 2020 Production
Dec. 14, 2020 Production
Pandemic and Weather Extremes Compound an Off-Year in Turkey
Dec. 1, 2020 Business
In Spain, Some See New Opportunities for Tourism in Pandemic's Wake
Nov. 18, 2020 News Briefs
Covid Relief Program Could Also Help Italy's Olive Oil Storage Problem
Nov. 18, 2020
Second Wave of Covid Hampers Harvest in Greece
A newly-imposed lockdown has brought Greece to a standstill and created a logistical nightmare for olive growers. Some health experts believe the start of the harvest is partly responsible for the spread of the virus.
Nov. 11, 2020
Olive Oil Consumption in Spain Increased During State of Emergency
Olive oil consumption was 20 percent higher during the four-month-long state of alarm than it was before or after the emergency declaration, a government report found.
Nov. 9, 2020
Italy’s New Lockdown Hits Olive Oil Sector, Again
New Covid containment measures threaten the rise in domestic olive oil consumption that has buoyed the sector.
Nov. 9, 2020
Volunteers Lend a Hand in Italy's Olive Harvest to Help Those in Need
Across Italy, students and volunteers are flocking to the olive groves to help with the harvest. The olive oil they help produce is destined for those in need from Sicily to Lombardy.
Nov. 5, 2020
Bumper Harvest in Spain Comes With Drought, Coronavirus Concerns
Spain is expected to produce 1.6 million tons of olive oil this season. Slowing sales in the hospitality sector and a dry summer and spring have some producers concerned.
Oct. 14, 2020
U.N. World Food Program Wins 2020 Nobel Peace Prize
The WFP was awarded for its contributions to combat hunger and efforts to create better conditions for peace in conflict-affected areas.
Oct. 8, 2020
Harvest Underway in California Amid Historic Wildfires, Covid Concerns
Producers are predicting smaller yields than last year. The record wildfires appear to have had a minimal effect on the state's olive farmers.
Oct. 5, 2020
Greece Pledges €126M Aid to Olive Oil Producers for Pandemic-Related Losses
Around 145,000 beneficiaries of the program are expected to receive €300 per hectare of olive grove if the plan receives approval from the European Commission.
Sep. 22, 2020
In Italy, Students Return to Study Among Olive Trees
A pioneering outdoor classroom at the Ciuffelli Agricultural Institute provides students with an inspiring setting to resume their studies.
Sep. 22, 2020
USDA Extends Coronavirus Relief to Olive Growers
The USDA has made $14 billion available in its second round of relief for farmers impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Sep. 16, 2020
Climate and Covid Worry Farmers Preparing for Harvest
An Olive Oil Times survey reveals a season of growing uncertainties and challenges for olive oil producers.
Aug. 31, 2020
E.U. Trade Commissioner Steps Down After Breaking Covid Rules
In an uncommon occasion in European politics, Phil Hogan has left his post as agriculture commissioner over the Golfgate scandal.
Aug. 31, 2020
Mounting Concerns in Greece as Harvest Nears
The impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic and persistently low olive oil prices remain the biggest worries for producers.
Aug. 27, 2020
Worker Shortages Problematic for Italian Farms as Harvest Nears
The usual influx of seasonal workers who come to harvest apples, grapes and olives in Italy has been interrupted. Travel restrictions related to Covid-19 has politicians and farmers worried that key crops will not be picked in time.
Aug. 24, 2020
Kırkpınar Governor Calls for Cancellation of This Year’s Event
The Covid-19 pandemic originally delayed the 659th edition of the world's oldest sporting event from the first week of July to September. Now the main sponsor and ceremonial head of the event says he no longer supports the tournament taking place.