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Dec. 5, 2016
Spain Takes Aim at N. America's Rising Demand Despite Trump Win
The Spanish olive oil sector is determined to conquer the North American market and new business opportunities despite the anxious economic climate cast by the election of Donald Trump.
Nov. 27, 2016
Xylella Fastidiosa Bacterium Arrives in Spain
A vicious bacterium that, according to experts, has the potential to devastate Europe's olive harvest has been spotted for the first time on the island of Mallorca during a routine check.
Nov. 26, 2016
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.
Nov. 14, 2016 Europe
Oct. 5, 2016 World
Award-Winning Olive Oil Producer Thinks Weed Control Is for the Birds
Sep. 22, 2016 Business
Sep. 20, 2016 Europe
Sep. 7, 2016 Europe
Supermarkets in Spain Accused of Pricing Olive Oil Lower Than Cost
Aug. 15, 2016
The Last Charcoal Man of Seville
Years ago, Spanish cities had a store in every neighborhood. José Luis Aguilar is the last charcoal merchant in Seville.
Jul. 18, 2016
Fire Devastates Ybarra's Seville Facility
Almost half of the Seville based Ybarra factory was destroyed in a blaze that broke out Saturday afternoon. The company vowed to rebuild as soon as possible.
May. 30, 2016
Spain's Civil Guard Seizes 120 Tons of Fake Olive Oil
Farmers alerted police that some companies may have been manipulating olive oil with biodiesel, with the intention to distribute it on the market as olive oil.
Mar. 17, 2016
Spanish Wine Country Celebrates its Olive Oil
World-famous wine-producing region Rioja Alavesa swaps wine glasses for olive oil tastings at its Fifth Annual Olive Oil Festival
Mar. 2, 2016
Schoolchildren Celebrate 'Andalusia Day' with Traditional Breakfast of Toast and Olive Oil
In celebration of Andalucía Day, the region distributes thousands of bottles of olive oil to schools, encouraging children to eat one of Spain’s most traditional breakfast dishes, toast with olive oil.
Jan. 19, 2016
Jaén's Olive Oil Production Falling Short of Forecast
With Andalusia 40 percent behind estimated production, ASAJA-Jaén expresses doubt about hitting the government’s forecast
Jan. 19, 2016
Spain’s Olive Pomace Oil Industry Gets a Voice
The Ministry of Agriculture, Nutrition and Environment recognized a new group to promote olive pomace oil.
Dec. 18, 2015
Spain’s Olive Oil Market Expected to Stabilize
Given low reserves from last season, Spain is set to meet demand with this year’s higher production.
Dec. 14, 2015
Farmers in Spain Seek Stop to Duty-Free Imports from Morocco
COAG Andalucia raises concerns over Moroccan olive oil imports after the annulment of 2012 EU trade agreement.
Dec. 14, 2015
A lack of rain and warm weather lead to a short harvest and potentially lower olive oil production levels.
Dec. 11, 2015
String of Thefts Rattle Olive Farms in Spain
Farmers are carrying out night-time patrols in some areas and calling for support from the local authorities after a rash of brazen robberies.
Dec. 7, 2015
Harvest Will Not Recoup Low Stocks in Spain
A report by the USDA Global Agricultural Information Network estimates that production in Spain this season will not make up for the depleted stores.
Nov. 30, 2015
Low Olive Oil Reserves Cast Shadow on Spain’s Increased Production
With an estimated 400,000-ton production increase over last year, limited reserves mean inventory will only increase by an estimated 80,000 tons.
Nov. 20, 2015
San Isidro Labrador Cooperative Joins Interóleo
Andalusia’s second-largest olive oil seller incorporated its third new member in five months.
Oct. 30, 2015
Spain's 2014-2015 Production Off by Half
The Spanish government announced total production of 841,700 tons for the 2014-2015 season, down 53 percent from the year before.