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Aug. 4, 2021
Plant-Derived Treatment Against Asian Bug Shows Promise for Olive Growers
A blend of 11 odorant compounds produced naturally by sunflowers was found to attract female brown marmorated stink bugs. The concoction could be used in traps.
Aug. 2, 2021
Researchers Seek Better Understanding of Olive Drupe Development
By studying the molecular and physiological profiles of the drupes during the stages of development, researchers hope to optimize olive oil and table olive production.
Jul. 23, 2021
European Project Studies Olive Genetics to Prepare Growers for The Future
Researchers at the Gen4Olive project believe the genetic material of unused olive varieties could help prepare farmers for new climatic conditions and pests.
Jul. 20, 2021 News Briefs
Plans for Olive Oil Research Institute in Jaén Come One Step Closer to Fruition
Jun. 30, 2021 News Briefs
Spanish Researchers Begin Trialing Olive-Derived Treatment for Long Covid
Jun. 21, 2021 News Briefs
Jun. 2, 2021 News Briefs
Spanish Study Suggests More Effective Way to Transform Cold-Stored Olives
May. 18, 2021
New Testing Method Simplifies Elemental Analysis of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Samples
Using the new method, researchers could more quickly and accurately identify chemical elements in olive oil, helping determine provenance and identify adulteration.
May. 14, 2021
Mediterranean Diet Benefits Patients With Lupus, Study Suggests
Anti-inflammatory foods, which are characteristic of the Mediterranean diet, can lower the risk of organ damage and cardiovascular problems in lupus patients, a new study found.
May. 13, 2021
Effort to Stem Spread of Olive Pathogen Using Grafted Trees Fails in Spain
After a four-year trial, researchers said that grafting traditional Andalusian varieties with Verticillium wilt-resistant ones was ineffective.
May. 13, 2021
Grant Recipient to Study Impacts of Polyphenols on DNA Function
Andrea del Saz Lara is one of four recipients of the International Olive Council's research scholarships. She will investigate the effect of hydroxytyrosol on epigenomes and microRNA.
May. 10, 2021
Mediterranean Diet May Prevent Memory Loss and Dementia Symptoms
Researchers found that consuming food associated with the diet interfered with the build-up of proteins commonly associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
May. 10, 2021
Extra Virgin Olive Oil-Enriched Chocolate Benefits People With Type 2 Diabetes, Study Finds
Researchers found that patients with type 2 diabetes could benefit from eating chocolate enriched with EVOO by decreasing their risk of developing atherosclerosis.
May. 6, 2021
Olive Pests and Disease Will Be Focus of International Conference in October
Academics, scientists, farmers and producers will meet in Lisbon to discuss the latest on detection, control and management techniques.
May. 3, 2021
Phytochemicals in Olive Oil Help Prevent a Range of Diseases, Study Finds
Olive oil, the most distinctive attribute of the Mediterranean diet, is associated with many health benefits including protection against acute and chronic inflammation.
Apr. 26, 2021
South American Olive Oil Conference Goes Online
Attendees can listen to prerecorded lectures on a range of topics online. Presenters see this as a positive step for the continent’s olive oil sector.
Apr. 23, 2021
Olive Oil Consumption Increases Testosterone in Men With Insufficient Levels
A new study shows that men following low-fat diets are more likely to have inadequately low levels of testosterone. Adding EVOO to their diets may be a solution.
Apr. 20, 2021
Researchers Investigate Origins of White Tripolitaine Olive in Libya
They are are working to determine the best varieties for Libyan olive production.
Apr. 16, 2021
Olive Council Awards Four Research Scholarships
The scholarships will cover four years and fund research focusing on standardization, olive technology and cooperation.
Apr. 8, 2021
New Efforts to Promote Rare White Olive Variety in Calabria
Archaeologists are working to preserve the cultural heritage of the Leucocarpa cultivar as producers are starting to grow and transform the ivory-white fruits.
Mar. 29, 2021
Healthy Compounds in Pomace Oil Absorbed by Fried Foods, Study Finds
Frying with olive pomace oil may be healthier than other cooking oils.
Mar. 15, 2021
Studies Suggest Extra Virgin Olive Oil Helps Reduce Covid Symptoms
Extra virgin olive oil and other key foods in the Mediterranean diet lower the risk of a cytokine storm, boost the immune system and have antiviral properties.