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Aug. 13, 2021
Xylella Fastidiosa Identified in Rosemary Plants in Portugal
The bacteria were identified during routine checks in Lisbon and the Algarve by Portuguese authorities. A containment protocol has already been enacted.
Jun. 21, 2021
Portuguese Producers Continue to Demonstrate Quality at World Competition
Despite a lower yield in 2020, Portuguese growers produced high-quality oil and beat their success in the previous year's competition.
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.
Nov. 17, 2020 Production
Oct. 1, 2020 Business
Jul. 13, 2020 News Briefs
Portugal Bans Nocturnal Olive Harvesting Practice for Upcoming Season
May. 25, 2020 World
From North to South, Portuguese Producers Welcome NYIOOC Success
May. 15, 2020 World
Award-Winning Portuguese Producers React to Initial NYIOOC Results
May. 1, 2020
Olivum Teams up With Local Charity to Feed Families in Need
The Alentejo Olive Oil Association is donating enough olive oil to help prepare 14,000 meals for unemployed families and others in need during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Apr. 24, 2020
Coronavirus Crisis Hits Small Producers Hardest in Portugal
Domestic consumption has dried up as restaurants close and hotel rooms sit empty. Exports have also dropped as countries around the world cancel their orders for Portuguese oil.
Jan. 16, 2020
Alentejo Olive Oil Association Appoints First Executive Director
Gonçalo Almeida Simões brings 15 years of experience advocating for Portuguese agriculture to the European Union.
Jan. 2, 2020
Portugal May Be the Third-largest Olive Oil Producer by 2030
Investments in high-density groves and modern mills are driving Portugal's rise among olive oil producers.
Dec. 10, 2019
Lisbon Shop Showcases Portugal's Best Oils
A quest for high-quality Portuguese olive oil led Ricardo Faria to open Portugal's first specialized shop.
Oct. 9, 2019
Better Harvests Predicted in Greece, Italy, Portugal, Tunisia
A European Commission report predicts a three percent increase in olive oil production in the E.U. due to reduced pest activity and some countries entering an on-year.
Sep. 2, 2019
Portugal Anticipates Record Yield
A 40 percent increase in olive oil production is expected when harvesting begins in October. Total production is expected to reach 140,000 tons, up from 100,000 tons last year.
Aug. 9, 2019
Producers and Exporters Eagerly Await Ratification of EU-Mercosur Deal
The trade deal will eliminate tariffs on both Mercosur and E.U. exports and creates the world's largest bloc of olive oil consumers and producers.
Jul. 22, 2019
Finding Balance Among the Olives
Life is slower on the farm for fashion entrepreneur Joaquim Moreira, who produces the award-winning olive oil brand Acushla. "Fashion is an engaging sector. But now, I feel more passionate about olive oil."
Jul. 15, 2019
Quality and Tradition at Valpaços
The Cooperativa de Olivicultores de Valpacos, one of the most renowned Portuguese producers, has over 2,200 associates from the town of Valpaços and neighboring Mirandela.
May. 22, 2019
Millions of Birds Killed by Nighttime Harvesting in Mediterranean
Upwards of 2.5 million birds are killed each harvest season in Spain, Italy, France and Portugal.
Mar. 27, 2019
Olive Oil Production Data in Europe Reveal Divergent Trends
Production in Italy and Greece is down sharply. In Spain and Portugal, it's dramatically higher.
Mar. 11, 2019
Omics Ensure the Authenticity of Portuguese Olive Oils
Genomics and metabolomics are at the core of a research study to authenticate and trace Portuguese extra virgin olive oils.
Feb. 11, 2019
The Changing Face of Alentejo's Olive Oil
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.
Dec. 12, 2018
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.