Oct. 10, 2022
Farmers in Lazio Kick Off Harvest at Emperor Hadrian's Estate
Agricultural associations used the event to emphasize the challenges facing traditional olive farmers in Italy.
Oct. 6, 2022
Art Exhibition Raises Awareness of Growing Wildfire Risk, Funds Reforestation
Artist Michele Ardu's exhibition 'Aurum Urens' uses charred olive tree remains from Sardinia to raise awareness of the impacts of climate change.
Sep. 27, 2022
Olive Farmer Unearths an Ancient Mosaic in Gaza
The Byzantine-era floor was discovered accidentally. However, the remains of walls and glass artifacts show that the area could yield even more stunning discoveries.
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Jul. 5, 2022 World
Cengizhan Şimşek Claims Başpehlivan Title at 661st Kırkpınar
Jun. 28, 2022
Italy to Provide €1.5M to Develop Pakistani Olive Oil Sector
In the latest chapter of cooperation between the two countries, Italy will help improve production technology and promote olive oil’s health benefits.
Jun. 27, 2022
Olive Oil Production Revived in The Former Papal States
In Latina and Frisone, just south of Rome, producers are working to increase yields and quality while promoting oleotourism and their historic connection to the Vatican.
Jun. 22, 2022
Experience, Knowledge Drive Success of Award-Winning Producer in Japan
The Nippon Olive Company earned two Gold Awards at the 2022 NYIOOC, attributing the success to seven decades of experience and the Mediterranean climate.
Jun. 22, 2022
One of the Oldest Examples of Nonnative Olive Cultivation Uncovered in Jordan Valley
Archaeological remains in the Central Jordan Valley show evidence of the oldest example of olives being farmed outside their naturally-occurring range.
Jun. 22, 2022
Italian Producers Again the Most Awarded in World Competition
Despite a challenging season, Italian producers earned 158 awards at the NYIOOC World Competition and led the way with organic olive oils too.
Jun. 8, 2022
Croatian Tech Company Produces Award-Winning EVOO for Gifting
Infobip, the first Croatian startup to be valued at $1 billion, produces its own olive oil to give to clients and employees.
May. 23, 2022
Entries Open for 6th Ranieri Filo Della Torre Literary Prize
The fifth Ranieri Filo della Torre literary prize ended with high participation and demonstrated the growing interest in olive oil culture.
May. 20, 2022
Oleotourism Begins to Sprout in Greece
Mill tours, virtual harvests and high-profile tasting events are becoming increasingly common in Greece.
May. 10, 2022
2,300-Year-Old Olive Oil Lamp Unearthed in the West Bank
The lamp was discovered by chance and in very good condition in an archeological excavation area at Mount Gerizim, near Nablus.
May. 10, 2022
How to Mix the Perfect EVOO Cocktails
Shaken with the cocktail's ingredients, spritzed or dropped in a final touch, extra virgin olive oil is gaining traction among mixologists and bartenders.
May. 9, 2022
Tourism Awards in Italy Promote Industry Innovators
The second edition of a national oleotouristic competition recognized the contribution of farmhouses, museums, producers and chefs to Italian olive oil culture.
May. 4, 2022
New Law in Sicily Protects and Promotes the Mediterranean Diet
The purpose of the new law is to promote local food production, MedDiet education, wine and oleotourism, public health and environmental protection strategies.
Apr. 25, 2022
Olive Oil Production Continues at Historic Home of Emperor Hadrian
The annual production of centuries and millennia-old olive trees promotes Villa Adriana’s historical and cultural importance to Italy’s capital region.
Mar. 31, 2022
North Africans Ate Olives 100,000 Years Ago, Evidence Suggests
Archaeological evidence suggests that people living on Morocco’s Atlantic coast ate wild olives and used the tree's wood and pits as fuel.
Mar. 29, 2022
Umbrian Villages Steeped in Olive Oil Culture Promote New Tourism Initiative
Local olive varieties have been planted along a route that connects several villages steeped in olive oil-producing tradition.