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Dec. 13, 2017
Italy's Cooperatives: Strength in Numbers
Cooperatives of Italian olive growers reached the highest standards thanks to smootly-running incentive systems, while helping small scale proucers enter the market.
Nov. 13, 2017
Marina Colonna's Farm Is a Place Where History Meets Innovation
It's harvest time at Marina Colonna's farm in San Martino in Pensilis, Molise.
Sep. 18, 2017
California Olive Ranch: Defying Tradition
With a focus on technology, Gregg Kelley and his team seek to produce high-quality olive oil on a large scale.
Sep. 14, 2017 World
An Oasis of Award-Winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil in Tabernas
Aug. 21, 2017 World
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Jun. 29, 2017 World
A Gold Standard Farm in Umbria Promotes Research on Sustainability and Health
Jun. 16, 2017
Against All Odds: The First Olive Oil From Canada
The very first 100 percent Canadian extra virgin olive oil did not come easy for pioneers George and Sheri Braun.
Mar. 21, 2017
Extra Virgin Olive Oil-Filled Chocolates from Spain
The latest offering from a family-run producer is a bonbon filled with extra virgin olive oil.
Mar. 14, 2017
A Forgotten Treasure: Making Oil from Wild Olives
Francisco Villanueva and Fernando Martín produce oil from wild olives growing on the green slopes of the Sierra de las Nieves. "Professional tasters don’t know how to describe it.”
Feb. 28, 2017
Finca La Torre's Pursuit of Perfection in Málaga
Finca La Torre has won six Gold and two Best in Class Awards at the New York International Olive Oil Competition. "While most farmers harvest very late, we bet on a very early harvest," explained Víctor Pérez, the company's director.
Jan. 19, 2017
Sciabica Celebrates 80 Years of California Olive Oil
Since 1936, the Sciabicas have continued a family tradition of quality production and a commitment to their customers.
Jan. 5, 2017
Colinas de Garzón: Uruguay's Crown Jewel of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Colinas de Garzón is one of Uruguay's premier olive oil and wine producers, as well as a popular destination for tourists.
Dec. 21, 2016
Future Looms Large for South Africa's Rio Largo
After taking home the Best in Class award for their robust Premium Blend in the 2016 New York International Olive Oil Competition, South Africa's Rio Largo is ready for a promising 2017.
Nov. 4, 2016
For This Master Miller, 'It's All in the Craft'
Pacific Sun Farms miller Pablo Voitzuk says the magic of quality extra virgin olive oil lies in its fashioning.
Oct. 28, 2016
From Golan Heights, Olive Farmer Sees New Markets for His Skincare Line
Avner Talmon harvests the fruit of 23,000 olive trees for organic olive oil and an array of natural cosmetics ranging from facial wash to foot cream.
Oct. 5, 2016
Award-Winning Olive Oil Producer Thinks Weed Control Is for the Birds
A young Spanish olive oil producer has decided to try using geese as weeders in his family´s olive groves. By doing so he not only hopes to keep down undergrowth, he also strives to promote the survival of an endangered Spanish goose.
Aug. 16, 2016
Farmers in Italy Optimistic as Harvest Season Nears
Following a crippling harvest two years ago, and a strong one last year, Italian farmers remain diligent and optimistic as the 2016 harvest approaches.
May. 3, 2016
Life After Winning Gold in New York
When Sheila Fitzgerald's Esplendido Douro won an award at the New York International Olive Oil Competition, doors began to open. And she's just getting started.
Oct. 22, 2015
Heroic Cultivation on Lake Como
Harvesting olives on the steep hillsides around Lake Como is a challenge at Olio Gaiatto. The scenery is one reward for the hard work, the other is the olive oil.
Aug. 31, 2015
Gregg Kelley's Long View: 'Quality Drives Consumption'
From $2 million to $80 million, one store to 20,000, Gregg Kelley has led California Olive Ranch to become the largest American olive oil producer. And he's just getting started.
Aug. 25, 2015
Evo3 Supports Reforestation Projects in Africa
Stratis Camatsos focuses on high-quality extra virgin organic olive oil production and environmental projects with his new brand, evo3.