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Aug. 24, 2023
Olive Oil Prices Soar in Greece
The shortage of olive oil stocks in Europe and domestic inflation are pushing prices to new heights.
Aug. 14, 2023
Unprecedented Heat Sparks More Wildfires Across Greece
Around 4,500 hectares of olive groves have been burned in wildfires across the country. The government promises aid, but farmers want something else.
Aug. 7, 2023
In Greece, Olive Oil Remains Absent from Restaurant and Tavern Tables
The use of bulk olive oil in cruets for customer consumption has been banned in eateries since 2018. However, sealed, non-refillable bottles have failed to replace them.
Jul. 31, 2023 Production
Olive Oil Producers in Greece Brace for Steep Production Decline
Jul. 26, 2023 Health
Mediterranean Diet Associated with Successful Aging, Study Finds
Jul. 6, 2023 Producer Profiles
This Small but Mighty Producer Takes a Traditional Cretan Variety to New Heights
Jun. 27, 2023 Olive Varieties
Chalkidiki Olive Farmers Face Tragic Fruit Set After Another Mild Winter
Jun. 26, 2023 Producer Profiles
New Generation in Ancient Olympia Introduces Award-Winning Products to The World
May. 30, 2023
Dakos, the Cretan Meze, Is Having a Moment
Tomato, feta cheese and olive oil on a barley rusk make dakos a summer dish few can resist.
May. 15, 2023
Greek Producers Celebrate a Strong Showing in New York
With 90 awards earned at the 2023 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, producers from Greece reaffirmed their devotion to quality.
Mar. 10, 2023
Olive Growers on Evia Island Strive to Revive Fire-Damaged Groves
Some say government assistance is lagging behind efforts to bring new life to Evia’s wildfire-ravaged olive groves.
Mar. 2, 2023
Olive Oil Consumption in Italy, Greece Expected to Grow Amid Global Decline
Despite rising prices, lower production and the impacts of inflation, olive oil consumption in Italy and Greece is expected to rise, bucking the global trend.
Feb. 22, 2023
Climate Change Threatens Chalkidiki Table Olive Producers, Research Indicates
Despite a fruitful crop year, the future of Chalkidiki olives is threatened as winter temperatures rise and precipitation falls.
Feb. 6, 2023
Greek Producers Ask for a Commission to Promote Exports
Greek olive producers seek the establishment of a permanent commission to promote olive exports.
Jan. 11, 2023
Greece’s New CAP Plan Approved By European Commission
The E.U. will release more than €13 billion from 2023-2027 to back the Greek agricultural sector. However, new provisions in the policy are alarming some farmers.
Jan. 9, 2023
Persistent Warm Weather Causes Headaches for Olive Oil Producers in Greece
Daytime temperatures remain around 20°C in many olive oil-producing areas of the country, undermining the quality of fresh EVOOs.
Dec. 29, 2022
Olive Oil is the Essence of Traditional Greek Dishes on Christmas Eve
Olive oil is an essential cooking ingredient in Greek cuisine all year round, and the Christmas season is no exception.
Dec. 9, 2022
Greece to Overtake Italy as Europe’s Second-Largest Olive Oil Producer
Poor harvests in Western Europe contrast bumper crops in Greece and the Balkan Peninsula.
Dec. 5, 2022
Olive Fruit Fly Could Undermine Greek Olive Oil Production
The fruit fly threatens expectations of a bumper crop. Experts suggest a change in established practices of fighting the pest.
Nov. 30, 2022
Greek Prime Minister Pledges to Restore Amfissa Olive Grove
Konstantinos Mitsotakis said that 60,000 olive trees will be planted in Amfissa. New initiatives are being planned to add value to its olives and olive oil.
Oct. 31, 2022
In Greece, Millers Call for Subsidies to Soften Impact of Rising Costs
Olive oil mill owners want the same energy subsidies given to bakers and bread manufacturers to cover the cost of rising energy bills.
Oct. 27, 2022
Meet an Award-Winning Producer Promoting Greek Oils in Berlin
Amadeus Tzamouranis is connecting German consumers with olive oil producers in Kalamata.
Oct. 17, 2022
Greece Hails Strong Presence in U.S. Table Olive Market as Exports Rise
Greece ranked second among table olives exporters to the United States in the first half of 2022 but received the highest prices.