Sep. 9, 2020
At a time when consumers are reconsidering options and choosing healthier foods, the Greek salad is enjoying a moment as an accessible and delicious dish high in nutritional value.
Sep. 4, 2020
Imports Rise in Spain as Big Brands Work Around U.S. Tariffs
Spanish companies are re-exporting more oils from Portugal and Tunisia to the U.S. to bypass tariffs.
Aug. 31, 2020
Consuming High-Polyphenol Extra Virgin Olive Oil Reduces Blood Pressure, Study Finds
Researchers found that consuming high-polyphenol extra virgin olive oil significantly reduced peripheral and central systolic blood pressure in healthy adults.
Aug. 7, 2020 Business
California Trade Group Rescinds Membership Agreement After Backlash
Jul. 29, 2020 News Briefs
Applying Crushed Rock to Croplands Reduces Atmospheric CO2, Study Finds
Jul. 15, 2020 News Briefs
Jul. 13, 2020 News Briefs
Portugal Bans Nocturnal Olive Harvesting Practice for Upcoming Season
Jul. 10, 2020 News Briefs
Having Survived Invasion and Disease, Millenary Olive Tree Recognized in Spain
Jun. 30, 2020
Eight Japanese Olive Oils Among This Year's Top-Rated Brands
Japanese producers enjoyed a record-breaking year at the World Olive Oil Competition, proving that one of the newest frontiers in olive cultivation can compete with the rest.
Jun. 30, 2020
U.S. Considers New Tariffs on European Olives and Olive Oils
The U.S. Trade Representative is considering whether to increase existing tariffs on imports from the European Union as well as implement new ones.
Jun. 24, 2020
This Olive Oil Importer Knows How to Find Winners
For 30 years, Rolando Beramendi has been importing his favorite Italian olive oils to the U.S., one harvest at a time.
Jun. 23, 2020
Italian Agriculture Official Applauds NYIOOC Winners
Undersecretary for Agricultural Policies Giuseppe L'Abbate said Italy's award winners were in his thoughts as he works on policies to help quality producers.
Jun. 16, 2020
Abandoned Farm Auctions Attract a New Generation of Italian Farmers
A program that provides incentives to establish new businesses in abandoned Italian farmlands has enticed young agricultural entrepreneurs.
Jun. 5, 2020
Farmers Blame Law Violators for Low Olive Oil Prices
An association of Spanish farmers said violations by large companies explain what is continuing to drive olive oil prices lower and called for whistleblower protections.
May. 18, 2020
Greek Producers Achieve Record Wins at NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition
Greek brands had their best showing ever, earning an all-time record of 69 of the world's most coveted olive oil quality awards.
May. 18, 2020
Mediterranean Diet Most Effective for Reducing Risk of Heart Disease, Study Finds
In diets other than the Mediterranean, most weight loss benefits disappeared within a year and the risk of heart disease also rose.
May. 15, 2020
Southern Italy's Producers Shine in Early NYIOOC Results
Among the first winners of the 2020 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition are farmers from Campania, Puglia and Sicily.
May. 15, 2020
World’s Best Olive Oils for 2020 Unveiled
The NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition has released its annual listing of award winners, widely considered the authoritative guide to the year’s best extra virgin olive oils.
May. 13, 2020
Spanish Producers Among the Early Winners at 2020 NYIOOC
With 25 awards so far, Spain and Italy lead this year's ranking at the world's most prestigious olive oil quality contest, which is unveiling the results throughout the week.
May. 11, 2020
World Olive Oil Competition Rolls Out 2020 Winners
The reveal of this year's best extra virgin olive oils began at 9:00 AM, New York time, and will continue each day this week.
Apr. 21, 2020
Mixed Fortunes for European Olive Oil Sector Amid Covid-19 Pandemic
Olive oil consumption has crept up as a result of the pandemic and prices of extra virgin, virgin and lampante olive oils have started to stabilize. However, both exports and imports are expected to fall.
Apr. 17, 2020
Producers in Spain Prepare for New Reality as Crisis Grinds On
The immediate economic impact of the coronavirus crisis is being felt by producers in Spain to varying degrees as they gauge its lasting effects on the sector.
Apr. 13, 2020
U.S. Olive Oil Imports Fall Due to Coronavirus
The U.S. olive oil import market has seen significant declines in the first two months of 2020, with a continued fall predicted for the remainder of the year.