Horizon 2020
Aug. 27, 2019
Rediscovering Ancient Varieties to Meet Today's Challenges
Recovered ancient olive cultivars seem to provide a good answer to today's challenges such as those posed by climate change, extreme temperatures and pests.
Jun. 4, 2019
New Project Could Turn Olive Oil Byproducts Into Revenue Stream
Olive oil pomace and wastewater are broken down into protein and phenolic isolates, both of which can be used in various industrial applications from pet foods to cosmetics.
Apr. 15, 2019
Lavandin Introduced in Spanish Olive Groves to Prevent Erosion
Lavandin is the most recent crop being planted in Andalusia to help prevent erosion, promote biodiversity and provide farmers with supplemental income.
Jan. 14, 2019
The Honey Olive Grove: A Sustainable Solution
This polyculture system brings several benefits to the olive grove in a context of sustainability and resilience to extreme weather.
Jan. 2, 2019
Bari Meeting on Xylella Lays Down Joint Action Plan
The International Olive Council and the International Center for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies organized a seminar with the goal of consolidating a common action plan against Xf.
Nov. 9, 2017
European Conference on Xylella Fastidiosa: Finding Answers to a Global Problem
An event at the University of the Balearic Islands will provide a platform for in-depth discussion on the results of research into X. fastidiosa and its vectors, in support of on-going efforts to control the European outbreaks.
Aug. 1, 2017 Grades
'Oleum' Project Seeks Better Solutions to Protect Olive Oil Authenticity
Jan. 24, 2017 Production
A Cheap, Easy Way to Quantify Biophenols for the EU Health Claim
Dec. 29, 2016 Production
Dec. 15, 2016 Production
Combined Efforts and Encouraging Outcomes at International Seminar on Xylella Fastidiosa
Dec. 13, 2016 Business
Tunisian President Celebrates 90th Birthday by Hosting 2020 Conference
Nov. 4, 2016
New Method for Identifying Olive Cultivars
The identification olive cultivars according to the appearance of leaves and fruit is expected to serve as the basis for a phone app and contributions to a new international olive tree database.
Nov. 27, 2015
New EU Funds for Research on Xylella Fastidiosa
Europe has set aside €7 million for research on the prevention, detection, and control of Xylella fastidiosa.
Jul. 27, 2015
Europe Increases Tunisia's Export Quota
Tunisia will no longer be subject to the monthly export quotas which were fixed by the European Commission earlier this year.
Apr. 30, 2015
Olive Oil Authenticity Testing Underway in UK
The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) selected Campden BRI to test and analyze all types of olive oils imported into the UK.
Apr. 27, 2015
New Technology to Recycle Wastewater
By using the new water recycling system olive producers use up to 90 percent less water, a major benefit for the environment.
Jan. 20, 2014
EU Offers €5m to Fight Olive Oil Fraud
Research on better detection of olive oil fraud could receive about €5 million ($6.7m) under the European Commission’s new program.
Nov. 26, 2013
A new €70 billion EU program for research and innovation, called Horizon 2020, will support new initiatives of small businesses.