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Jul. 16, 2014

More Imports of Greek Olive Oil to Japan

Greece exported record amounts of olive oil to Japan in 2012 and 2013, however production is expected to decline sharply.

Mar. 20, 2014

Greek Olive Oil Producers Struggle in China

Greek olive oil producers and distributors are finding that their products have not been an easy sell in China.

Mar. 13, 2014

Greek Policy on Olive Oil Labeling in Disarray

Predictably, the flip-flopping on permitted health claims on olive oil labels in Greece stems from politics

Sep. 30, 2013

Greeks Respond to Calls for New Tests for Olive Oil Quality

We asked three prominent Greeks how they view the proposed adoption of new testing methods for extra virgin olive oils.

Sep. 19, 2013

Greek Police Investigate Olive Oil Stolen at Gunpoint

Greek police are investigating olive oil robberies at gunpoint that occurred over the past few weeks.

Sep. 9, 2013

Research Institute in Chania Emerges as Greek Olive Sector Leader

The Institute for Olive Tree and Subtropical Plants has become a leader in research and education for the olive oil sector in Greece.

Aug. 27, 2013

Winds Blow in Bad Break for Crete

The coming olive harvest on Crete could be off as much as 60 percent after southerly winds brought unfavorable conditions at the worst time.

Aug. 6, 2013

Greek Olive Oil Producers Turn to China

Greek olive oil producers are looking to China to seize new business opportunities in the midst of a crisis.

Jul. 30, 2013

Top Greek Olive Oil Brand Helps 3,000 Families During Crisis

More than 3,000 needy Greek families received a year's supply of extra virgin olive oil from the country's most popular brand.

Jul. 18, 2013

Greek Olive Oil Gets Traction, But Will it Last?

Greek olive oil exports have posted strong gains in foreign markets thanks to Spain’s reduced crop. But will the good times roll?

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Jul. 15, 2013

Crisis Inspires New Packaging for Greek Olive Oil

As olive oil producers in Greece are looking to rebrand, a Greek design competition addressed olive oil packaging for the first time.

Jul. 10, 2013

Greece Gets 'Agourelio Chalkidikis' PDO

Local producers say the distinction adds value to their oil known for its low acidity, bright green color and pleasant bitterness.

Jul. 8, 2013

Greeks Seek Aid for Olive Crop 'Disaster'

Unfavorable weather continues has taken its toll on Greece's olive crops, leaving many farmers with little or no production.

May. 14, 2013

Greek Leader Looks to China for Much-Needed Trade

Prime Minister Antonis Samaras visits China this week, with some encouraging signs for Greek olive oil.

Apr. 4, 2013

The Battle Over Kalamata PDO

While the olives of the Kalamata variety are widely known, the PDO they carry is a cause of contention among producers in Greece.

Mar. 11, 2013

Contest Helps Young Greeks Start a Food Business

An initiative in Greece intends to support the best ideas for starting a business in the agricultural sector.

Feb. 18, 2013

Time for Greek Olive Oil to 'Solve for X'

The Greek olive oil industry could take a cue from Google's concept of "moonshot thinking" to solve the overwhelming problems it faces.

Feb. 10, 2013

Genetics May Prove Valuable for Greek Olive Oil Producers

While the olive oil industry in Greece is shaky, it is time for pioneering thinking and concerted efforts.

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