Mar. 26, 2025
Italian Exporters Double Down on U.S. Market Despite Tariff Risks
To capitalize on the increasing U.S. appetite for olive oil, which its own production cannot meet, Italian exporters are exploring optimal supply chains and analyzing the risks associated with tariffs.
Mar. 21, 2025
Italian Bill Would Support Hobby Growers to Prevent Abandonment
The proposed legislation recognizes the role of hobbyist olive growers in preserving the environment and Italy’s agricultural heritage.
Mar. 21, 2025
Lessons Learned Developing the Tuscan Food Pyramid
An innovative Italian regional food pyramid is under review, offering a creative and holistic contribution to institutional communication on recommendations for a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Mar. 21, 2025 News Briefs
Rising Value of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Exports Boosts Italy’s Agrifood Sector
Mar. 19, 2025 Production
Mar. 11, 2025 Business
How Two Ancient Olive Trees in Molise Help Fund Meals in New York
Mar. 5, 2025 Production
Despite Costs, Italian Olive Farmers Continue Organic Transition
Feb. 18, 2025 Production
Safeguarding Unique Olive Farming Traditions on Italy’s Pantelleria Island
Feb. 8, 2025
Spain and Italy Ask Restaurants to Comply with Olive Oil Container Laws
Spain and Italy are urging restaurants to comply with long-standing bans on refillable olive oil containers through new enforcement efforts and consumer awareness campaigns.
Jan. 30, 2025
Celebrated Sicilian Farmer Preserves Traditional Landscapes, Cultivars
The producers behind Agrestis have won five World Competition Gold Awards for the endemic Tonda Iblea monovarietal cultivated in Sicily’s southern mountains.
Jan. 13, 2025
Rome's Olive Oil Production on Public Farm Supports Community, Sustainability
The city's organic production provides community support through donations and funds to maintain a public farm in Lazio.
Dec. 19, 2024
Panettone Gets a Healthy Upgrade
The beloved Christmas cake is attracting new fans in Italy thanks to a change to its traditional ingredients.
Dec. 14, 2024
In Molise, Olive Tree Adoption Supports Health Research
As a tribute to the memory of his wife Gianna, Orazio Ferrelli planted a new olive grove and put the olive trees up for adoption to support research and raise awareness on prevention.
Dec. 10, 2024
Italian Producers Grapple with Market Instability
Record olive oil imports paired with lowered yields have compounded the worries of the sector.
Dec. 10, 2024
Italian Farmers Donate 20 Tons of Food for Gaza Relief
The food was donated to the Word Food Program and shipped to Jordan before entering Gaza for distribution.
Nov. 20, 2024
Drought and Warm Winter Lead to Sharp Decline in Sicily's Harvest
While yields remain within the norm, producers across Sicily anticipate significantly lower olive oil production.
Nov. 14, 2024
Italian Growers Face Disappointing Yields
In northern and central Italy, many producers are seeing below-average oil yields. In the south, yields are normal but there's far less fruit.
Nov. 13, 2024
Danish Family Crafts Award-Winning Olive Oil in Tuscany
The family behind Casale 3 Danesi reflect on what it takes for a small farm to produce award-winning olive oil after a challenging harvest.
Nov. 11, 2024
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Is the Soul of These Classic Italian Winter Dishes
A famous Apulian chef shares how to make the best use of fresh extra virgin olive oil in sweet and savory dishes.
Nov. 7, 2024
Award-Winning Tuscan Producer Opens Olive Oil-Centric Restaurant
The Extra Floor Restaurant in Greve, Chianti, features the award-winning extra virgin olive oil of Frantoio Pruneti in a range of traditional Tuscan dishes.
Nov. 4, 2024
Italy Mints Special Labels for Its PDO and PGI Olive Oils
The Italian Polygraphic Institute and State Mint craft the labels to guarantee the traceability of extra virgin olive oils with geographical indications.
Oct. 31, 2024
Study Suggests Stink Bug Caused Mysterious Fruit Drop in Italy
The brown marmorated stink bug has been identified in Italian and Greek olive groves. Increasing evidence now links its presence to an early fruit drop in northern Italy.
Oct. 7, 2024
Production in Italy Set for Sharp Decline, Down One-Third
Heat and drought in the south, combined with an ‘off-year,’ have resulted in a 30 percent decline in olive oil production in Italy.