Lebanon
Feb. 19, 2024
Conflict and Weather Extremes Dwindle Lebanese Harvest
The cross-border fire between the militant group Hezbollah and Israel has resulted in thousands of Lebanese fleeing north and even more olives left unharvested.
Dec. 29, 2023
Iconic Lebanese Breakfast Receives UNESCO Recognition
Al-man’ouché, the Lebanese breakfast pastry seasoned with olive oil and traditional spices, has been added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Dec. 13, 2023
An Olive Harvest Under Bombardment in Southern Lebanon
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has drawn in Hezbollah militants from Lebanon, threatening olive farmers and their livelihoods.
Sep. 25, 2023
Nurturing Italian Cultivars in Olive Tree's Historic Home
Bustan El Zeitoun uses modern agricultural and milling practices while paying homage to Lebanon’s ancient olive oil culture.
Jun. 8, 2023
Olive Oil Producers in Middle East Enjoy Award-Winning Finish to Bumper Harvest
Producers in Lebanon, Israel and Jordan overcame economic challenges to celebrate success at the 2023 World Olive Oil Competition.
Apr. 19, 2023
Lebanese Ag Minister Praises Producers’ Success on World Stage
Officials and producers hope the awards will promote Lebanese extra virgin olive oil in foreign markets and spur exports for the crisis-enveloped country.
Feb. 15, 2023 World
Lebanon's Climate Is Becoming Less Conducive to Olive Growing
Nov. 10, 2022 Production
Ahead of a Bumper Harvest, Lebanese Producers Demonstrate Resilience
May. 23, 2022 Producer Profiles
Modern Techniques and Ancient Groves a Winning Combination for Solar Olives
Jan. 27, 2022 Production
Olive Oil Production in Lebanon Becomes Nearly Impossible as Crises Deepen
Dec. 16, 2021 Production
Political and Economic Crises Complicate the Harvest in Lebanon
Feb. 24, 2021
Hardships in Lebanon Shift Focus to Exports
A devaluing local currency coupled with the scarcity of hard currencies has made production more expensive. Producers are turning to exports as a solution.
Jun. 10, 2020
Two Lebanese Producers Prevail at World Olive Oil Competition
Producers in Lebanon demonstrate how both tradition and innovation are thriving in the ancestral home of the olive tree.
Jun. 29, 2017
Mystery Behind High Lebanese Olive Oil Prices Solved
The Lebanese olive oil industry is facing another threat: cheap imports are flooding the market.
Mar. 24, 2017
Lebanese Olive Oil: Exploring Intricacies of a Sector With Potential
Zejd EVOO illustrates Lebanese growers' perseverance in producing high-end olive oil.
Mar. 11, 2015
U.S. Program Provides Hand Tools to Olive Oil Producers in Lebanon
A U.S. foreign aid program in Lebanon is providing mechanized tools and training for farmers to increase the competitiveness of Lebanese olive oil abroad.
Nov. 27, 2012
Producers in Lebanon Benefit from Reduced Syrian Imports
Olive farmers in Lebanon have achieved some advantage this year in the domestic market due to reduced imports from war-stricken Syria.
Mar. 29, 2011
Olive Oil Scandal in Lebanon Leads to Calls for Reform
Despite all the benefits of olive oil, it can stil be risky to eat in Lebanon where recently it was reported that there several olive oil brands contained toxic chemicals