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Sep. 23, 2019
Italy's New Agriculture Minister Pledges to Stem Spread of Xylella
At a meeting with olive oil industry representatives, Teresa Bellanova expressed her commitment to curb the spread of the bacterium, help affected famers and millers, and maintain a constant dialogue with Brussels.
Sep. 23, 2019
Italian Village Provides Local Olive Oil for Student Snacks
In the southwestern village of Stella Cilento, children will enjoy an afternoon snack of bread and olive oil provided by the town, after helping with the harvest.
Sep. 23, 2019
Italian Scientist Awarded Spoof Prize for His Research On Pizza
Silvao Gallus found that consuming pizza made with traditional ingredients protects against some chronic diseases.
Sep. 16, 2019 World
Sep. 12, 2019 Production
Six Years With No Cure: The Continuing Consequences of Xylella
Sep. 5, 2019 News Briefs
Italy Failed to Fulfil Obligations to Prevent Spread of Xylella, EU Court Finds
Sep. 4, 2019 Business
Sep. 4, 2019 World
Syrian Women Given the Chance to Learn New Skills From Italian Farmers
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.
Aug. 19, 2019
Xylella Fastidiosa Could Be Contained With Better Monitoring
New data from the Sbarro Health Research Organization suggest that even 100 percent compliance to the present uprooting containment strategy would only partially stop the spread of Xyella fastidiosa in Italy.
Aug. 9, 2019
Producers and Exporters Eagerly Await Ratification of EU-Mercosur Deal
The trade deal will eliminate tariffs on both Mercosur and E.U. exports and creates the world's largest bloc of olive oil consumers and producers.
Aug. 9, 2019
PGI Olio Lucano for Olive Oil From Basilicata Underway
The product specification of the IGP Olio Lucano is waiting for E.U. approval.
Jul. 23, 2019
Experts Offer Tips on Preparing for the Warm Season in Organic Olive Groves
The warm season corresponds to crucial phases for olive trees. Two experts provided their suggestions for the successful management of the organic olive grove in these conditions.
Jul. 22, 2019
Use of Fungus Found Effective Against Carriers of Xylella
The preliminary results of a field trial show that the Beauveria bassiana fungus reduced the number of meadow spittle bugs, which carry Xylella fastidiosa, by 80 percent.
Jul. 17, 2019
Italian Producers Could Lose $200M if U.S. Tariffs Approved, Trade Group Warns
The Italian olive oil association warns that olive oil prices could double as a result of the tariffs, which have the potential to cut Italian oil exports to the U.S. by 50 percent.
Jul. 11, 2019
Reimagining Olive Oil for Millennials
Olive oil has been used for generations, but two brands are interpreting the food for young buyers looking to purchase simple, honest products in and out of the kitchen.
Jun. 25, 2019
Italian Producers Explain What It Takes to Succeed in a Tough Campaign
Harvesting at the right time, proper stewardship of the land, attention to details, teamwork, perseverance, and passion were all listed by award-winning Italian producers as the reasons for their success.
Jun. 10, 2019
Italian Producers Lead the Way at Fourth EVO IOOC
At an award ceremony on Italy's Violet Coast, producers from the home nation won the night, bringing home 121 awards. Greece and Spain finished in a distinct second and third.
May. 29, 2019
Italian Production Reaches Record Low
Final figures on Italian olive oil production for the 2018-19 season were released by the Institute of Services for the Agricultural and Food Market.
May. 22, 2019
Charges Dropped Against Scientists in Lecce Xylella Case
Researchers and officials who were charged in 2015 have been acquitted but are still blamed for omissions and mismanagement. Part of the investigation will be continued by prosecutors in Bari.
May. 22, 2019
Millions of Birds Killed by Nighttime Harvesting in Mediterranean
Upwards of 2.5 million birds are killed each harvest season in Spain, Italy, France and Portugal.
May. 21, 2019
150,000 Liters of Fraudulent Oil Seized by Europol
The criminal organization responsible for the olive oil fraudsters pocketed nearly $9 million annually from their illicit activity.
May. 14, 2019
Italian Producers Triumph at NYIOOC 2019
After a difficult harvest season, which saw production figures fall by 57 percent, Italian producers finally had a reason to celebrate. The results from the 2019 NYIOOC confirmed that quality remained as high as ever in Italy.