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May. 26, 2025
Scientists Tap Bacterial Strain in Pruning Waste for Sustainable Bioproducts
Argentine and Spanish researchers discovered a bacterial strain, Rhodococcus sp. 24CO, in olive pruning waste with potential for biotechnological applications.
May. 7, 2025
Study Finds Potential for Olive Mill Wastewater in Biopesticides
Olive mill wastewater has potential as a biopesticide, providing a sustainable solution for both the environment and the olive oil industry.
May. 6, 2025
Italian Health Institute Publishes Mediterranean Diet Guidelines
The 600-page document includes useful health information for physicians, evidence for policymakers and recommendations for the general population.
May. 6, 2025 News Briefs
Study Links Ultra-Processed Foods to Diabetes and Mortality Rates
Apr. 29, 2025 Health
Apr. 29, 2025 News Briefs
Botanical Pesticide Outperforms Synthetic Alternative in Killing Olive Bark Beetle
Apr. 24, 2025 Production
New Research Reveals Impact of Malaxation on Olive Oil Phenolic Profile
Apr. 23, 2025 Production
Apr. 22, 2025
Discovery of Ancient Olive Farming in Sicily Challenges Previous Beliefs
Researchers have discovered evidence of ancient olive farming in Sicily, 1,000 years earlier than previously thought, through pollen analysis and historical analysis.
Apr. 21, 2025
Meet the Bacteria Devastating Olive Groves and Vineyards
Xylella fastidiosa, a bacterium causing plant diseases, has an annual economic impact of €5.5 billion in Europe. Its spread is linked to climate change.
Apr. 15, 2025
Spanish Researchers Study Salt Stress on Olive Trees
The researchers recommend using salt-tolerant cultivars or rootstocks for sustainable agriculture.
Apr. 14, 2025
Study Shows Potential Health Benefits of Hydroxytyrosol
Hydroxytyrosol, a phenolic compound found in extra virgin olive oil, can lower levels of oxidized LDL cholesterol and may have potential cardiovascular and neuroprotective benefits.
Mar. 18, 2025
Exploring Olive Oil's Impact on Mental Well-being
The potential benefits of the Mediterranean diet for mental health warrant further research to identify the operative mechanisms.
Mar. 18, 2025
Short-Term Pre-Milling Refrigeration Found to Retain Olive Quality
Researchers in China identified 4 ºC as the optimal temperature for short-term storage of olives, particularly for periods exceeding 24 hours after harvesting.
Feb. 18, 2025
Safeguarding Unique Olive Farming Traditions on Italy’s Pantelleria Island
Olive farming on the Sicilian island has unique features resulting from a peculiar pruning and training system that encourages horizontal growth.
Feb. 18, 2025
Archaeological Exhibition Explores History of Olive Oil in the Mediterranean
The event, held at the Collège de France, displays archaeological discoveries about the trade and production of olive oil in the Mediterranean.
Feb. 11, 2025
Olive Oil-Based Films May Soon Replace Plastic Food Packaging
Researchers in Turkey have developed biodegradable oleofilms, which can prolong the shelf life of perishable foods by slowing oxidation.
Jan. 28, 2025
Mill Wastewater Extract Yields Promising Health Benefits
A dietary supplement made with hydroxytyrosol extracted from olive mill wastewater inhibited the production of inflammatory compounds and showed antibacterial properties.
Dec. 30, 2024
Decoding the Olive Fly's Symbiotic Secret
The Candidatus Erwinia dacicola bacteria allows olive fruit fly larvae to feed on green olives by overcoming their natural defenses.
Dec. 30, 2024
Spain Tackles the Salty Truth About Table Olives
High sodium levels in table olives concern public health officials, but the pollution from the production process is even greater.
Dec. 19, 2024
Olive Polyphenols Show Promise as Aquaculture Feed Ingredient
A new study demonstrates the benefits of polyphenols derived from olive industry waste in aquacultural feeds.
Dec. 16, 2024
Researchers Investigate Olive Powder as Food Ingredient
Freeze-drying may hold the answer to recovering value from the discarded fruit in table olive production.
Dec. 10, 2024
Regenerating Soil Helps Tackle Water Crisis, Experts Say
Specialists suggest agronomic plans to improve organic fertility, limit erosion and save water.