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Aug. 16, 2021
Meet the Producer Behind Turkey's Most-Awarded Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Bahar Alan started producing olive oil as a hobby but has since dedicated herself to cultivating local varieties to produce high-quality organic olive oil.
Aug. 13, 2021
Study: Asphalt Made with Olive Pomace More Resilient to Weathering
Adding olive pomace to asphalt binder made the resulting paving material more resistant to cracking and is an environmentally friendly way to recycle the waste product.
Aug. 12, 2021
A Climate Disaster is Already Underway, United Nations Report Warns
Warming average temperatures have already caused irreversible changes to the earth’s climate. The Mediterranean basin is among the most affected areas.
Aug. 2, 2021 Business
Jul. 30, 2021 Business
Europe Introduces Plan to Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Half by 2030
Jul. 30, 2021 News Briefs
Grant Provides Funds for Researching Xylella Fastidiosa Biopesticides
Jul. 29, 2021 News Briefs
World Bank Member to Provide Small Tunisian Growers With Advisory Services and Training
Jul. 29, 2021 News Briefs
New Synthetic Unsaturated Fat Stays Solid at Room Temperature
Jul. 23, 2021
One-Fifth of Italy at Risk of Desertification, Irrigation Experts Warn
With less rain and water-saving infrastructure lacking, experts warn that the water crisis in Italy costs farmers €1 billion per year.
Jul. 19, 2021
As Growing Demand for Squalene Leads to More Shark Deaths, Olives Offer a Solution
Olives are becoming more popular as a source of squalene in cosmetics, yet 90 percent of the industry still relies on shark liver oil resulting in 2.7 million shark deaths annually.
Jul. 13, 2021
Pilot Project Will Test New Eco-Label for European Food Packages
Olive oil producers are expected to benefit from the scheme, which rates a food’s sustainability on four criteria, including carbon emissions.
Jul. 9, 2021
A Higher Calling for Award-Winning Producers in Italy
Committed to innovation and the environment, first-time NYIOCC winners know the future depends on the choices made today.
Jul. 7, 2021
New CAP Provides Plenty of Opportunities for Italian Olive Growers
Renewed attention on workers’ rights, support for small farmers and young farmers and easier access to compensation will help Italian olive growers.
Jul. 7, 2021
Report: Water Scarcity is the Biggest Challenge Facing Food Production
A report from Barclays Capital found that while demand for freshwater continues to grow, businesses and countries are doing very little to become more efficient.
Jul. 1, 2021
EPA Plans to Tackle Food Waste in Effort to Reduce Carbon Emissions
The United Nations found that food waste is responsible for up to 10 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Jun. 30, 2021
Olive Council and Culinary Institute Join to Promote MedDiet in U.S.
The two organizations will focus on educating consumers and hospitality professionals on the health benefits and sustainability of an olive oil-based Mediterranean diet.
Jun. 29, 2021
E.U. Set to Approve Future Common Agricultural Policy
The new CAP will provide increased flexibility to member states, increase funding for small farmers and apply more stringent environmental requirements to aid payments.
Jun. 15, 2021
Climate Change Topped Agenda as World Leaders Met in Cornwall for G7
Heads of state from the world’s seven wealthiest liberal democracies and their guests pledged to continue reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability after meeting in England.
Jun. 10, 2021
European Commission Considers Use of Gene-Editing in Agriculture
The commission will discuss with member states and other stakeholders how gene-editing technology could influence the future of sustainable agriculture.
May. 25, 2021
At Rastrello, Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil Promotes the Beauty of Umbria
The Wassmann family recently earned a second Gold Award at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, cementing their position as high-quality olive oil producers.
May. 20, 2021
Deforestation and Industrial Agriculture Spur Zoonotic Diseases, Study Finds
In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, new research examines the association between the emergence of zoonotic diseases, forest clearance and monocultures.
May. 17, 2021
Chilean Producers Manage a Hard Year to a Promising Harvest
Chile is expected to produce roughly 20,000 tons of olive oil in 2021. Producers have renewed focus on quality to help their brands stand out.
May. 4, 2021
Producers in Greece Generate Electricity with Olive Mill Wastewater
Producers can save money and be more sustainable by shipping olive mill wastewater to local biogas production plants.