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Individual using a long pole to harvest olives from an olive tree in an orchard. - Olive Oil Times
Business

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.

Pathway through an olive grove with yellow wildflowers and olive trees under a clear sky. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jan. 15, 2021

Apulian Producers Call for More Government Support for Olive Oil Sector

Olive oil prices in Puglia continue to slide despite lower production in 2020. Coldiretti believes the government must do more.

Two red crates filled with freshly harvested green olives on the ground in an olive grove. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Nov. 18, 2020

Second Wave of Covid Hampers Harvest in Greece

A newly-imposed lockdown has brought Greece to a standstill and created a logistical nightmare for olive growers. Some health experts believe the start of the harvest is partly responsible for the spread of the virus.

Three officials seated at a conference table during a meeting, with flags in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Stream of bright green olive oil pouring from a metal spout into a container. - Olive Oil Times
Group of workers handling large sacks filled with olives on a farm. - Olive Oil Times
Individual reaching for a green bottle of olive oil on a supermarket shelf among other oil bottles. - Olive Oil Times
A close-up of an olive branch featuring clusters of green and ripe olives. - Olive Oil Times
Man in green clothing using a pole pruner to harvest olives from a tree. - Olive Oil Times
World

Sep. 16, 2020

Climate and Covid Worry Farmers Preparing for Harvest

An Olive Oil Times survey reveals a season of growing uncertainties and challenges for olive oil producers.

Olive trees with twisted trunks growing near a blue coastal area under a clear sky. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Aug. 31, 2020

Mounting Concerns in Greece as Harvest Nears

The impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic and persistently low olive oil prices remain the biggest worries for producers.

Stream of bright yellow olive oil pouring from a metal spout into a container. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Aug. 27, 2020

Italian Agricultural Agency’s Olive Oil Purchase Tenders Are Too Low, Farmers Argue

The Agency for Payments in Agriculture has awarded its €8 million tender. Skeptical farmers are questioning the criteria used to make the decision and have said the final amount of €2.28 is too low.

Stream of fresh olive oil pouring from a metal spout into a container during production. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Aug. 21, 2020

Spain's Farmers Welcome Low Harvest Forecasts

An official for one of Spain’s main agricultural unions argues that steadily rising global consumption paired with a decrease in production may lead to more demand for Spanish olive oil and cause prices to rise.

European Union flag waving in front of a modern glass building under a blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jul. 20, 2020

E.U. to Allow Member States to Regulate Olive Oil Supply

The decision comes as the three main institutions responsible for legislation in the trading bloc agreed on an extension to the Common Agricultural Policy. Spain’s main agricultural cooperative has welcomed the move.

A man in a green shirt speaking to reporters with a microphone in front of him. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Jul. 6, 2020

As Covid Cases Drop in Spain, Plans to Protest Ramp Back Up

Olive growers and oil producers are resuming their public campaigns calling for more support for a sector in turmoil.

Rows of olive trees growing in a well-maintained orchard under a clear blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jun. 29, 2020

Production Declines Again in Argentina

While some producers simply entered an off-year in 2020, others had trouble finding workers to harvest their olives. Low global olive oil prices have also made production less profitable for all in the sector.

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An ancient olive tree with a twisted trunk supported by stone blocks in a field. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jun. 25, 2020

Decline in Exports Add to Troubles for Puglian Producers

Exports are down and storage facilities are full in Puglia while farmers and local politicians call for urgent support.

View of an olive farm in Andalusia with olive trees and farm buildings visible. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jun. 24, 2020

Spain Bets on Biorefineries to Find New Revenue for Small Producers

Olive oil producers and researchers are working to bring biorefineries to rural producers in Andalusia. The goal is to supplement revenues while making mills more sustainable.

Colorful stock market chart displaying various graph lines and data trends on a digital screen. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Jun. 19, 2020

E.U. Olive Oil Stocks Fall by Estimated 23 Percent

The 23 percent drop comes as good news for producers, many of whom have spent the past year suffering from low olive oil prices, which are partially attributed to the high stocks.

Luis Planas, a government official, speaking at a press conference with flags in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Business

Jun. 11, 2020

Proposed Reforms to Spanish Olive Oil Sector Met With Skepticism

The Spanish government has put forward a package of 10 measures to help shore up the country's struggling olive oil industry.

A grocery store aisle displaying various bottles of condiments and cooking oils on shelves. - Olive Oil Times
News Briefs

Jun. 5, 2020

Farmers Blame Law Violators for Low Olive Oil Prices

An association of Spanish farmers said violations by large companies explain what is continuing to drive olive oil prices lower and called for whistleblower protections.

A solitary tree standing in a field during sunset with warm light illuminating the landscape. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jun. 5, 2020

Unusual Spring Heat Brings Early Problems for Greek Farms

A heatwave during the critical flowering stage was enough to raise concerns among growers for their expected yields.

A man in a dark suit speaking during a formal event or meeting. - Olive Oil Times
Business

May. 27, 2020

Agriculture Minister's Plea Bespeaks Turmoil in Spain's Olive Oil Sector

Distress on the international market, the Covid-19 aftermath and U.S. tariffs on imports stir the world's largest olive oil producer.

Row of small glass bottles filled with olive oil, each with a gold cap, arranged neatly on a wooden surface. - Olive Oil Times
Business

May. 7, 2020

Producers: Spanish Olive Oil Prices Inconsistent With Market Conditions

Spanish farmers and growers have had to contend with sales prices well below the production costs for two seasons in a row. COAG is now demanding an official investigation on prices that have shrunk 37 percent since March 2018

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