education
Mar. 30, 2026
Sommelier Program Returns to New York for 10th Edition
The Olive Oil Times Education Lab’s Sommelier Certificate Program is returning to New York’s Flatiron District for its 10th annual edition, marking a milestone for one of the sector’s most established educational offerings.
Mar. 26, 2026
Twenty-Eight New Olive Oil Sommeliers Certified in London
Twenty-eight participants from diverse professional backgrounds completed the Olive Oil Times Sommelier Certificate Program in London after five days of instruction in sensory analysis, production, quality and evaluation.
Mar. 17, 2026
Report Finds Rising Interest in Olive Oil Tourism Amid Knowledge Gap in Italy
Olive oil tourism in Italy grew sharply between 2021 and 2024, but a new report shows most consumers still cannot name a single olive cultivar.
Mar. 11, 2026
Students Use Podcast to Preserve Heritage of Karaburun’s Date Olives
In the Karaburun Peninsula, students are using audio storytelling to connect climate change, rural depopulation and intergenerational knowledge to the future of the region’s distinctive date olives.
Jan. 27, 2026
Olive Oil Times Sommelier Certificate Program Returns to London in March
The Olive Oil Times Education Lab will host its five-day Sommelier Certificate Program in London from March 9 to 13, offering immersive instruction in olive oil sensory analysis, production, health, culinary applications and quality assessment.
Dec. 4, 2025
Producers Divided on 2025 Olive Harvest Amid Climate and Market Strains
Growers reported strong quality but reduced yields in 2025, reflecting a year defined by heat waves, erratic weather and mounting production costs.
Nov. 21, 2025 News Briefs
Revisions Advance for U.S. Olive Oil Promotion Cooperative Plan
Nov. 17, 2025 News Briefs
The Opportunities and Challenges of Colombia’s Olive Oil Market
Oct. 6, 2025 Business
Europe Edition of Olive Oil Times Sommelier Program Concludes in the Netherlands
May. 31, 2025
37 Complete Olive Oil Times Sommelier Program in New York
Thirty-seven professionals completed the five-day Olive Oil Times Sommelier Certification Course in Manhattan, mastering sensory analysis, production best practices, health benefits, and more.
Apr. 29, 2025
Virginia Beach Event to Champion the Mediterranean Lifestyle
The May 22 event will showcase scientific evidence linking extra virgin olive oil to the prevention of chronic diseases.
Mar. 21, 2025
Renowned Olive Oil Sommelier Program Returns to New York
The five-day program teaches quality assessment, production best practices, health and nutrition, culinary applications and more.
Mar. 19, 2025
Italy Unveils Plan to Revitalize Olive Oil Sector
A plan for thousands of new groves, funding initiatives and an interprofessional association proposes a fresh course for Italian olive oils.
Feb. 17, 2025
Renowned Sommelier Program Branches Out in Europe
Olive Oil Times is partnering with the Olive Oil Academy to offer its flagship course in the Netherlands and beyond.
Feb. 3, 2025
New Class of Sommeliers Affirmed in London
Producers, importers, retailers and olive oil enthusiasts from around the world delved into production and sensory assessment in Central London.
Dec. 2, 2024
Producers Navigate Climate and Market Headwinds with Optimism
In the annual Olive Oil Times Harvest Survey, farmers and millers rated their harvests above average while citing familiar challenges of climate change and consumer confusion.
Oct. 17, 2023
Award-Winning Chilean Producer Eyes Lucrative Brazilian Market
Las Doscientos capitalizes on its reputation for quality and free trade advantage to expand its market share in Brazil.
Sep. 19, 2023
Training Young Farmers on Climate-Smart Practices in California
The Center for Land-Based Learning trains young farmers on olive growing and soil health.
Sep. 6, 2023
Festivals and Conferences Build Momentum for Pakistani Olive Oil Sector
In the six months since Pakistan held its inaugural Olive Gala Festival, officials said trees were planted, partnerships formed and more events scheduled.
Aug. 17, 2023
Chemistry Takes Center Stage at Olive Center Course
The workshop is an opportunity to get practical, hands-on experience at a state-of-the-art laboratory
Aug. 16, 2023
Restaurateurs, Producers in Croatia Debate Charging Extra for Local Olive Oils
Croatia' award-winning producers would like more restaurants to serve local extra virgin olive oils.
Aug. 2, 2023
Education Vital to Success of Turkey’s Olive Oil Sector, Award-Winning Producer Says
After winning 10 awards at the 2023 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, the producers behind Oliva Malia are keen to share the secrets of their success.
Jun. 19, 2023
Pandolea Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary in Rome
The non-profit focused on women’s health and sustainability celebrated the anniversary with an award ceremony and launched a new project.
Jun. 15, 2023
Research-Focused Conference in Pakistan Showcases the Potential of Olive Cultivation
The PakOlive conference focused on olive oil as a strategic crop in the face of climate change and the need to focus on quality and exports.