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Dec. 23, 2020
Production Rebounds in France Amid Climatic Challenges
Frost, hail and torrential rains dampened the 2020 olive harvest in France. It will still be better than last year and producers report that quality is as good as ever.
Dec. 22, 2020
Producers in Greece Adapt to Challenging Harvest
Greek producers have shown resourcefulness in dealing with the exceptional challenges of the 2020 harvest, supported by their knowledge of the industry and their clients.
Dec. 18, 2020
Global Olive Oil Production Dips to Four-Year Low
Tunisia, Italy, Portugal and Algeria experienced the largest production decreases. Lower yields throughout much of the world were partially offset by a bumper harvest in Spain and a good year in Morocco.
Dec. 18, 2020 Production
Dec. 14, 2020 Production
Pandemic and Weather Extremes Compound an Off-Year in Turkey
Dec. 8, 2020 News Briefs
Dec. 4, 2020 Production
Italian Olive Oil Production Off by Nearly a Third This Year, Forecasts Suggest
Dec. 1, 2020 News Briefs
Producers Transform Olives from Monumental Trees into Medicine on Crete
Nov. 23, 2020
New Production Technology Improves Olive Oil Quality
Tests show that high vacuum-assisted extraction technologies increase polyphenols and lower volatile compounds in extra virgin olive oils. Further tests are needed to understand their impact on yields.
Nov. 18, 2020
Covid Relief Program Could Also Help Italy's Olive Oil Storage Problem
Producers in Italy warn that storage facilities are filling up quickly just weeks into the harvest. Low demand from the restaurant and hospitality sector has caused the backlog.
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.
Nov. 17, 2020
Portugal Projects Record-Setting Exports
Exports are expected to reach €600 million -- a strong confirmation of the growing role of olive oil production in the national economy.
Nov. 17, 2020
Trump's Days in Power Are Numbered, But His Tariffs May Endure
While European exporters are optimistic that the Biden administration will reset trading relations, the effects on the domestic olive oil sector remains to be seen.
Nov. 9, 2020
Volunteers Lend a Hand in Italy's Olive Harvest to Help Those in Need
Across Italy, students and volunteers are flocking to the olive groves to help with the harvest. The olive oil they help produce is destined for those in need from Sicily to Lombardy.
Nov. 5, 2020
Bumper Harvest in Spain Comes With Drought, Coronavirus Concerns
Spain is expected to produce 1.6 million tons of olive oil this season. Slowing sales in the hospitality sector and a dry summer and spring have some producers concerned.
Oct. 20, 2020
Harvest in Full Swing at Italy's Award-Winning Farms
Expectations are high among Italy's top-rated producers as their farms and mills run at full tilt.
Oct. 15, 2020
Despite Drop in Production and Exports, Moroccan Producers Remain Optimistic
Moroccan olive oil production is expected to exceed that of Tunisia, Turkey and Portugal.
Oct. 12, 2020
The Mindful Production Behind an Award-Winning Greek Producer
For three generations the Gyftakis family has crafted extra virgin olive oil in one of the most fertile regions of Greece. Over time, they have learned to let nature take its course and attentively reap its rewards.
Oct. 9, 2020
Olive Mills Open in Jordan With Average Harvest Predicted
After a hot summer, officials in Jordan anticipate production to reach 23,000 to 24,000 tons.
Oct. 6, 2020
Europe's Olive Oil Exports on Record-Breaking Pace
The E.U. also expects record-high imports in the 2019/20 crop year.
Oct. 5, 2020
New Consortium to Promote Terre Aurunche PDO
A producers' association seeks to standardize and promote Terre Aurunche PDO extra virgin olive oil and promote its quality.
Oct. 5, 2020
After Record Year, Tunisian Production Falters
Low levels of rainfall and poor agronomic practices have made what was expected to be a down cycle in Tunisia even worse.
Oct. 1, 2020
Forging a Future for Olive Oil Production on Corfu
Apostolos Porsanidis-Kavvadias is following in the footsteps of his grandfather, returning to Corfu to revitalize the family olive grove and the island’s olive oil sector.