European Union
Feb. 6, 2026
European Table Olive Groups Push Back on EU-Mercosur Tariff Terms
Spanish, Italian and Greek table olive associations say EU-Mercosur terms would phase out duties on Mercosur olives entering Europe while leaving tariffs on European exports to South America in place.
Jan. 22, 2026
EU Lawmakers Delay Mercosur Trade Deal After Narrow Vote
Less than a week after the EU–Mercosur trade deal was signed, the European Parliament voted to delay its approval pending a legal review.
Jan. 22, 2026
Olive Oil Sector Weighs Opportunities and Risks as EU-Mercosur Deal Nears Approval
As the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement moves closer to approval, olive oil producers in Europe and South America are weighing new export opportunities against concerns over competition and market balance.
Jan. 20, 2026
EU Audit Finds Gaps in Olive Oil Controls Despite Strong Regulatory Framework
A new audit by the European Court of Auditors finds that while E.U. olive oil rules are robust, uneven enforcement continues to undermine quality and traceability.
Jan. 5, 2026
EU Delays Mercosur Trade Deal After Italy and France Withhold Support
The European Union has postponed signing its Mercosur free trade agreement after Italy and France declined to back the deal, citing concerns from domestic farmers.
Nov. 17, 2025
EU Moves to Streamline Farm Rules and Help Farmers Compete
EU lawmakers have reached a provisional deal to simplify the Common Agricultural Policy, easing administrative burdens on farmers, reducing inspections and expanding support for small and organic producers.
Oct. 1, 2025 News Briefs
Regulators Investigate After Newspaper Identifies Olive Oil Fraud in Belgium
Sep. 29, 2025 News Briefs
Food Inflation in Europe Squeezes Budgets, Shifts Consumer Habits
Sep. 19, 2025 News Briefs
European Parliament Rejects Proposed Revision of the Common Agricultural Policy
Sep. 14, 2025 News Briefs
Sep. 9, 2025 News Briefs
Aug. 5, 2025
EU Accepts 15% Tariffs on Olive Oil Exports to U.S.
Europe agreed to accept 15 percent tariffs on table olives and olive oil in a trade deal with the U.S., causing concern and backlash from stakeholders.
Aug. 5, 2025
European Olive Oil Exports Bounce Back
The latest short-term outlook report shows that olive oil exports increased by 25 percent due to increased production and lower prices at origin.
Jul. 25, 2025
Europe Is Moving Away from Its Green Agenda
A year after elections which saw rightwing forces increase their power in Parliament, the E.U.’s much-vaunted Green Deal is fading.
Jul. 25, 2025
EU Commission Proposes Budget Cuts and Changes to Agricultural Policy
The European Commission's proposed changes have sparked backlash from farmers.
Jul. 17, 2025
Brussels Considers Changing Stance on Glyphosate and Cancer
The European Commission wants to review the raw data on a recent study linking glyphosate to cancer, possibly causing it to change its stance on the herbicide.
Jul. 17, 2025
EU to Set Aside Billions for Direct Payments to Small Farmers
EU budget negotiations include plans for direct payments to small farmers despite pushback from agricultural groups. US-EU trade talks continue.
Jul. 8, 2025
Europe Endorses Olive Oil Standard Changes Despite Industry Divide
The new standards established by the European Union and the International Olive Council have raised concerns among several European producers.
Dec. 14, 2024
E.U Report Predicts Stagnant Olive Oil Market
Olive oil production and consumption will be flat or slightly declining over the next ten years, a European Commission report predicts.
Oct. 25, 2024
Romania Sets New Rules for Nutri-Score Adoption
After an initial ban, the Romanian government said Nutri-Score labels can be applied voluntarily on some items.
Oct. 18, 2024
European Union Olive Oil Production Set to Grow by One-Third
Brussels’ autumn short-term outlook predicts volatile prices.
Oct. 1, 2024
Europe Tightens Restrictions on Hydrocarbons in Virgin Olive Oil
Exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons has been linked to higher rheumatoid arthritis risk, among other health issues.
Sep. 27, 2024
E.U. President Appoints New Agriculture Commissioner
Christophe Hansen, a Luxemburger from a family farm, has been named the new Commissioner for Agriculture and Food of the European Union.
Jul. 18, 2024
Despite Falling Prices at Origin, Olive Oil Retail Prices Remain Elevated
Various factors contribute to persistently high olive oil prices at retail, including market structure, speculation and resilient global demand.
Jun. 25, 2024
Green Deal Under Threat After E.U. Elections
While climate change is expected to be relegated in the E.U.’s priorities after the European elections, farmers are unlikely to see changes in their work in the near future.
May. 7, 2024
European Olive Oil Supply Hits Decade-Low
A production drop and low stocks have kept prices high, tempering demand.