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Dec. 2, 2024

IUCN Studies the Tradeoffs Between Intensive and Traditional Olive Groves

The organization found that traditional groves are better for biodiversity but less profitable. Intensive groves are more cost-efficient but create massive monocultures.

Dec. 2, 2024

Labor Shortage Cripples Spanish Olive Harvest

Table olive producers are struggling with a shortage of workers, which is compounded by concerns about increasing foreign competition and the possibility of higher tariffs.

Dec. 2, 2024

Dry Heat Followed by Torrential Rain Curb Croatian Yields

The extreme weather swings from summer to autumn in Croatia resulted in low levels of oil accumulation but did not compromise quality.

Nov. 7, 2024

Harvest in Greece Runs Into Early Problems

The ongoing drought battering southern Greece threatens to reduce this year's expected olive oil yield of around 240,000 tons.

Nov. 7, 2024

South African Brands Shine Again at World Competition

Despite the erratic weather and frequent power outages during harvest, producers from South Africa combined to win twelve of the industry's most prestigious quality awards.

Nov. 7, 2024

Turkish Producers Set for Bumper Harvest

In the best-case scenario, officials anticipate a record-breaking harvest of 475,000 tons. However, a lack of rain could curtail the final yield.

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. 31, 2024

Two Australian Producers Celebrate Decade of Success at World Competition

They overcame pests and climatic challenges to earn seven awards at the 2024 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.

Oct. 31, 2024

Producers in Portugal Anticipate Another Bumper Harvest

Production could reach 190,000 tons after a wet winter replenished aquifers. However, labor remains a challenge for some growers.

Oct. 18, 2024

European Union Olive Oil Production Set to Grow by One-Third

Brussels’ autumn short-term outlook predicts volatile prices.

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Oct. 18, 2024

Officials in Spain Optimistic Ahead of Harvest as Prices Remain Elevated

Spain is expected to produce between 1.4 and 1.5 million tons of olive oil in the 2024/25 crop year after a wet winter and mild spring favored a bumper crop.

Oct. 18, 2024

World Competition Wins Bring Relief to Southern Cone Producers

Farmers and millers from Argentina, Chile and Uruguay combined to win twelve awards after significant production declines.

Oct. 13, 2024

S. Hemisphere Producers Reap Rewards of Challenging Harvest

Farmers, millers and bottlers from three continents combined to win 44 awards at the Southern Hemisphere edition of 2024 World Olive Oil Competition.

Oct. 13, 2024

Low-Cost Olive Pest Control Solution in Development

Researchers in Spain are developing an artificial intelligence tool to help farmers sustainably and affordably monitor for pests and take action against infestations.

Oct. 13, 2024

Filippo Berio Exec Forecasts Production Rebound, Falling Prices

The chief executive of the North American operation believes the sector must increase supply and production efficiency while cultivating demand.

Oct. 9, 2024

South African Farmers Enjoy Production Rebound

Despite challenges created by bad weather and rolling blackouts, producers across South Africa enjoyed a fruitful harvest.

Oct. 8, 2024

Acclaimed Producer Prepares for Fruitful Harvest in Tunisia

The award-winning French-Tunisian olive oil producers behind the Parcelle 26 brand focus on quality in the groves and at the mill.

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.

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