Feb. 15, 2017
Spanish Trade Group Launches Campaign to Raise Awareness of Cruet Decree
The Interprofesional del Aceite de Oliva Español has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the rules forbidding the refilling of olive oil bottles in restaurants.
Jan. 4, 2017
Cooking School in Spain Aims to Promote Extra Virgin Olive Oil Usage and Benefits
The Extra Virgin Olive Oil International Cooking Academy aims to promote the Mediterranean diet and the biological benefits of cooking with EVOO.
Dec. 23, 2016
Giving New Life to Ancient Olive Trees in Spain
Amador Peset, a young man from the village of Traiguera, started recovering millenary olive trees after losing his job as a carpenter during the financial crisis in Spain. “At first, people saw me as if I were crazy," he said.
Dec. 13, 2016 Business
Dec. 5, 2016 Business
Spain Takes Aim at N. America's Rising Demand Despite Trump Win
Nov. 27, 2016 Business
Nov. 26, 2016 Business
Nov. 14, 2016 Europe
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.
Sep. 22, 2016
Spain Surpasses Italy as Top Olive Oil Exporter to U.S.
After a lot of hard work, Spanish olive oil exports to the United States have surpassed Italian exports for the first semester. But it's too soon to call it an ongoing trend.
Sep. 20, 2016
Ongoing Battle Over Refillable Bottles in Spain
Efforts continue to ensure that restaurants, hotels and caterers are in compliance with the Spanish Royal Decree that prohibits refilling olive oil bottles. This summer a council in Jaen and a farmers association have taken new measures.
Sep. 7, 2016
Supermarkets in Spain Accused of Pricing Olive Oil Lower Than Cost
Supermarket chains are repeatedly reported for infringing the law by reducing prices lower than cost, while olive oil producers are losing a lot more than their patience.
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.