After overthrowing the autocratic rule of former President Bashar al-Assad, Syria’s new governing coalition said it would enact free-market reforms and stimulate exports.

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The Best Olive Oils

Dec. 10, 2024

After Devastating Year, Brazilian Producers Defy Odds

Torrential rainfall during the spring followed by unprecedented autumnal flooding caused more than $3 billion in damage in Rio Grande do Sul.

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Dec. 2, 2024 Production

Producers Navigate Climate and Market Headwinds with Optimism

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Dec. 2, 2024 Production

Dry Heat Followed by Torrential Rain Curb Croatian Yields

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Nov. 20, 2024 News Briefs

Olive Oil Sommelier Program Returns to London

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Nov. 7, 2024 The Best Olive Oils

South African Brands Shine Again at World Competition

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Oct. 31, 2024 The Best Olive Oils

Two Australian Producers Celebrate Decade of Success at World Competition

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News Briefs

Oct. 29, 2024

App Uses AI to Identify Top-Ranked Olive Oils

The Olive Oil Times World Ranking can identify award-winning olive oils by analyzing thousands of images and data points.

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The Best Olive Oils

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.

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World

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.

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Producer Profiles

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.

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Business

Oct. 1, 2024

Europe Tightens Restrictions on Hydrocarbons in Virgin Olive Oil

Exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons has been linked to higher rheumatoid arthritis risk, among other health issues.

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News Briefs

Sep. 23, 2024

Croatian County Recognizes the Role of Award-Winning Producers in Promoting Tourism

A ceremony in Zadar connected the efforts to develop local tourism with high-quality olive oils, wines and cheeses.

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Production

Sep. 18, 2024

Calabrian Cooperative Emphasizes Quality While Building Economies of Scale

Seventeen olive oil producers have joined to promote Carolea extra virgin olive oils while driving down farming and milling costs.

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Producer Profiles

Sep. 9, 2024

Slovenian Cooperative Focuses on Phenol Levels

Danijel Stojković Kukulin believes the high-phenolic segment of the olive oil market will continue to grow as he pushes his production to new heights.

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World

Aug. 26, 2024

First-Time Winners Describe Perks of World Competition Awards

Access to global markets, regional promotion and motivation to keep improving are some benefits described by first-time NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition winners.

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World

Aug. 7, 2024

One-Third of World Olive Oil Competition Entries Organic for the First Time

Organic extra virgin olive oils account for a growing share of submissions in the annual evaluation in New York.

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The Best Olive Oils

Jul. 30, 2024

Tunisian Quality on The World Stage

Tunisian extra virgin olive oil brands earned 26 awards at the 2024 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, capping off a successful harvest in the country.

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World

Jul. 24, 2024

Women Share Their Challenges in Producing and Selling Award-Winning Olive Oils

While the number of women-led companies earning international quality awards continues to rise, some say they face additional challenges beyond climate and macroeconomics.

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Production

Jul. 23, 2024

Fustiness, Rancidity Are the Most Common Defects in World Competition Submissions

Defects prevent olive oil from qualifying as an extra virgin, while diminishing its taste and health benefits.

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News Briefs

Jul. 15, 2024

Italy, Turkey, Brazil Lead the Way at 'EVO IOOC' Awards

Four hundred eighty-six extra virgin and flavored olive oils were awarded at the ninth EVO IOOC Italy event in Calabria.

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The Best Olive Oils

Jul. 7, 2024

Portuguese Producers Highlight Quality as the Cornerstone of Promotional Efforts

After achieving their second-biggest harvest ever, Portuguese producers celebrated impressive results at the World Olive Oil Competition.