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Jun. 6, 2019
Spanish Olive Exports to US Plummet Since Tariffs Imposed
The tariffs are slowly redefining the global table olive trade as new producers fill the void left by Spain in the U.S. market and Spanish growers look to the east to sell their crop.
May. 1, 2019
U.S. Trade Rep. to Hold Public Hearing on Olive Oil Tariffs
Among those giving testimony at the hearing will be the executive director of the North American Olive Oil Association, which is also circulating a petition to get olive oil removed from the list.
Apr. 26, 2019
EU Olive Oil Exports to Reach Record Levels
The European Commission predicts that high worldwide demand combined with decreased production in non-E.U. countries will result in record E.U. exports for 2018/2019.
Apr. 23, 2019 News Briefs
Apr. 17, 2019 Food & Cooking
Apr. 10, 2019 Business
Apr. 2, 2019 Business
The Indian Olive Oil Market Shows Potential, but Comes at a Price
Mar. 6, 2019 Business
Feb. 7, 2019
Europe Challenges US Tariffs on Spanish Olives
The E.U. has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization, but the short-staffed trade entity faces a massive backlog. Spanish olive producers face an uncertain future with a December 2019 deadline looming.
Feb. 4, 2019
Spanish Senators Demand Investigation of Turkish Imports
The search is on to determine whether stolen Syrian olive oil has been imported into Spain under the guise of 'Made in Turkey.' A criminal investigation could be coming.
Nov. 20, 2018
'Crafted in California' Makes its Debut
Prompted by the scarcity and cost of local fruit, California Olive Ranch unveiled a new range of imported blends.
Nov. 9, 2018
Olive Oil Imports Reach Record in Brazil
Only the United States and Italy import more olive as consumption continues to grow in Latin America’s most populous country.
Oct. 16, 2018
A New 'Greek Mark' for Olives and Olive Oil
Seven companies in Greece that produce table olives and extra virgin and virgin olive oil were the first in the country to display a "Greek Mark" on their labeling, part of a project to distinguish Greek products in foreign markets.
Oct. 1, 2018
A Very Good Year for Turkish Olive Oil Exports
A good year for olive growers combined with relatively poor years in the Mediterranean and a depreciating Lira, see Turkish exports on pace for a five-year high.
Sep. 17, 2018
E.U. - Japan Trade Deal Brings Opportunities to Olive Oil Exporters
Many European agricultural products will enjoy reduced taxes or an entirely tax-free status when exported to Japan, opening the way for EU farmers and exporters to penetrate a market of 127 million people.
Aug. 30, 2018
Spain's Dcoop Acquires Stake in California Table Olive Producer Bell-Carter
Spain's largest olive oil cooperative and its Moroccan partner have acquired 20 percent of the company partially responsible for U.S. tariffs on Spanish olives in an effort to avoid paying them.
Aug. 29, 2018
Deoleo Steadfast on Strategy as Profits Fall Further
A "price war" in North America, consumer mistrust in Italy and a weakening dollar have cut into Deoleo's bottom line.
Aug. 22, 2018
In Spain, Exports Grow While Consumption Falls
After drought and disease clouded export forecasts, the Spanish government is optimistic that they are in an upswing. The same is not true for consumption though as research shows Spaniards are perpetually using less olive oil.
Aug. 1, 2018
Israel Increases Duty-free Import Quotas on Olive Oil
Spanish producers are closely watching as the Israeli Minister of Economy seeks to stabilize olive oil prices.
Jul. 20, 2018
Trump Trade War Poses Problems for Oilseed and Vegetable Oils
Chinese tariffs on American farmers have tanked prices of the two agricultural commodities. Olive oil appears to be weathering the storm, unaffected by these latest developments.
Jul. 13, 2018
Spain, E.U. React to U.S. Tariffs on Spanish Olives
"All possible options" are on the table as the European Commission decides how to react to US tariffs. In Andalusia, members of the provincial government have already set out to lobby Brussels and Madrid for action.
Jul. 9, 2018
Hundreds Protest Proposed Olive Tariffs in Spain
The tariffs on all types of olives are set to be discussed later this week and, if approved, come into force later this month.
Jul. 5, 2018
New Zealand Olive Oil Producers Set for Record Year
Olive oil production is at a record high in New Zealand with the potential to double in the coming years.