The Alqueva dam may have thrown a lifeline to some of Alentejo's traditional producers, but nearly 20 years later, it has also brought along new challenges that may prove to be insurmountable.
Production Dips in Portugal, but Not for Long
The completion of a $6-billion dam in the south of the country could hold the key to sustaining Portugal's dramatic increase in olive oil production, but it does not come without its critics and controversies.
Olive Oil Increasingly Popular Among Douro Wineries
Portugal’s region of Douro is known for its Port and still wines, but more winery groups are becoming interested in producing and selling regional olive oils too.
Portugal’s Rising Exports Fuel Demand for Imports
Researchers found that most positions are taken in the olive oil market of Portugal, but there is always room for new players.
Monterosa Looks to the Future with Eye on the Past
Deep in the quiet sun-scorched hills surrounding the town of Montcarapacho, Monterosa’s philosophy has led it more than once to make the most of the unexpected.
Portugal’s Skyrocketing Olive Oil Industry
In 2016, Portugal became the seventh largest olive oil producer and the fourth largest olive oil exporting country.
Detlev Von Rosen, One of Portugal’s Most Celebrated Producers, Dies
Detlev Von Rosen, who produced one of the world's best olive oils on his farm in Algarve, Portugal, has died. He was 80 years old.
Uncertainty Leads to Higher Prices in Spain
Skewed data and a killer disease have cast a sense of anxiety over the Spanish olive oil market. Production has decreased and olive oil prices are likely to spike.