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Jun. 29, 2017
Taiwan Study Adds Little to Differentiation Measures, IOC Says
As Taiwan's FDA targets esters in their efforts to aid in differentiation, the International Olive Council said a recent study contributes little to the cause.
Jun. 7, 2017
Olive Council Convenes in Rome for 105th Session
Representatives at the IOC meet to discuss promotions, trade agreements, and most importantly, minimizing environmental impact on future crops.
May. 17, 2017
Change the Olive Oil Tasting Glass? Some See Red
A glassware designer and the University of Jaén think they've found a better vessel for olive oil sensory analysis.
Apr. 20, 2017 Business
Apr. 4, 2017 Fairs, Competitions
Mar. 6, 2017 Business
Feb. 11, 2017 Business
Jan. 11, 2017 Business
Dec. 15, 2016
U.S. Lab Gets IOC Nod for Olive Oil Chemistry Testing
The International Olive Council has accredited Eurofins CAL for the chemical analysis of olive oil, the first independent U.S. lab to achieve the designation.
Dec. 15, 2016
Combined Efforts and Encouraging Outcomes at International Seminar on Xylella Fastidiosa
Researchers and experts attended the international seminar on Xylella fastidiosa held at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute in Bari to examine the current situation and define common measures to combat the disease.
Dec. 5, 2016
Olive Council Inaugurates World Olive Day
The International Olive Council launched 'World Olive Day' to celebrate olive trees, their health benefits and environmental advantages.
Dec. 5, 2016
World Olive Oil Production Drops Sharply
The International Olive Council said total olive oil production will drop by fourteen percent.
Nov. 18, 2016
Sustainable Olive Oil Production Helps Mitigate Climate Change
The International Olive Council attended the Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP22) to present research on sustainable olive oil production.
Oct. 31, 2016
U.S. Olive Oil Imports on Record-Setting Pace
The U.S. imported 306,844 tons of olive oil during the first 11 months of the 2015/2016 harvest season and, for the first time, more of it was from Spain than Italy.
Oct. 13, 2016
World Olive Oil Production Slips, Brazilian Imports Sharply Lower
The latest figures from the International Olive Council predict a 7 percent drop in production and sharply lower imports by Brazil after years of growth.
Sep. 12, 2016
Olive Council Invites Proposals for 'World Olive Day'
The International Olive Council is proposing grants for the financing of activities and events aimed at celebrating 'World Olive Day' in member countries.
Sep. 7, 2016
Olive Oil Production in China Reaches 5,000 Tons
While still a relatively small olive oil supplier, China is looking to expand domestic production to satisfy a growing market for healthier oils.
Aug. 4, 2016
New Deputy Directors at International Olive Council
The new senior management team is now complete with the addition of two new deputy directors, Mustafa Sepetçi in charge of administrative and financial affairs, and Jaime Lillo who will oversee the technical, economic and promotional units.
Jul. 22, 2016
The International Olive Oil Council approved new limits for fatty acids, allowing some varietals with unique chemical makeups to meet the parameters for the extra virgin grade.
Jul. 8, 2016
Olive Oil Production Gives Back to Environment More than it Takes
The latest research indicates that the carbon sink effect from olive trees in the biomass and soil is much higher than greenhouse gas emissions from production.
Jun. 6, 2016
World Olive Oil Production Exceeds 3.2M Tons
This year's total, estimated to exceed 3.225 million tons, will come close to the record 3.271 million tons produced in the 2013/2014 production season.
Apr. 4, 2016
Increased Attention on Olive Oil Volatile Compounds
Increased attention is being paid to the study of volatile compounds in virgin olive oil and their interactions with the sensory profile.
Mar. 9, 2016
Drop in Olive Oil Consumption in Europe Blamed on Harvest Woes, Higher Prices
In the latest report by the International Olive Council, recent poor harvests in Italy and Spain, have led to a drop in olive oil consumption.