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Nov. 16, 2021
COP26 Concludes with Watered-Down Joint Agreement
The nearly 200 countries that signed the Glasgow Climate Pact agreed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and phase down coal. Critics say not enough was accomplished.
Nov. 8, 2021
World Leaders Pledge Billions to Restore Earth's Forests
More than 120 heads of state agreed to reverse deforestation by 2030 at the COP26 climate summit, pledging €16.4 billion to fulfill their promise.
Sep. 23, 2021
Passenger Plane Flies 560 Kilometers Using Recycled Cooking Oil
In what the airline referred to as a "perfect carbon-neutral" flight, a British Airways Airbus A320neo flew from London to Glasgow powered by a mix of 35 percent recycled cooking oil and conventional jet fuel.
Sep. 16, 2021
Brexit Leads to Sharp Decline in UK Imports of Italian Foods
Officials in the Italian agriculture sector worry that increased bureaucratic hurdles may also lead to an uptick in food fraud.
Jul. 13, 2021
U.K. Drops Tariffs on Tunisian Olive Oil Imports After Signing Trade Deal
Tunisia can now export up to 7,723 tons of olive oil to the United Kingdom duty-free, more than was exported in 2019.
Jun. 21, 2021
Where to Find the Best Olive Oils in London
From family-run shops to mainstay department stores, NYIOOC Award-winning olive oils are sold all over London. Here are a few of the best places to find them.
Jun. 15, 2021 World
Climate Change Topped Agenda as World Leaders Met in Cornwall for G7
May. 10, 2021 Business
Steep Fall in Spanish Olive Oil Exports to U.K. Since Brexit
Jan. 4, 2021 Business
Brexit Deal Assures Tariff-Free, but Not Frictionless Trade for Producers
Jul. 22, 2020 Health
May. 25, 2020 News Briefs
UK Publishes New Guidelines on Plant Imports to Stem Xylella Risk
Apr. 24, 2020
UK Calls for 'Spittlebug Spies' to Gather Evidence for Xylella Project
The "spies" provide scientists with data to track the potential spread of Xylella fastidiosa.
Apr. 21, 2020
UK Tightens Rules on Olive Tree Imports
E.U. emergency measures were not enough to prevent the spread of Xylella fastidiosa according to threats highlighted in a pest risk assessment.
Feb. 3, 2020
Andalusian Minister Wants Fast Deal for Perishable Foods After Brexit
While the U.K. and Europe determine their future relationship, Carmen Crespo has called on Brussels to push for a deal that would ease the transport of perishable food items between the two.
Jan. 29, 2020
38 Complete Sommelier Program in London
A diverse, international group of professionals gathered in central London to for a comprehensive five-day program on olive oil quality.
Sep. 23, 2019
Researchers Chart Pest Sightings in Effort to Protect Against Xylella
Using data collected from across the United Kingdom, scientists are creating a comprehensive record of where Xylella-carrying pests are found.
Jul. 29, 2019
Cobram Estate Chef Showcases New World Olive Oils in London
Kevin O'Connor was in London for a two-week residency at the Carousel restaurant, where he highlighted the versatility and delicious nature of various olive oils in his world-class cooking.
Mar. 20, 2019
London's New Ad Ban on Public Transport Equates Olive Oil to Junk Food
Olive oil producers who wish to advertise their products within London's transportation network would first need to seek an exemption to new rules banning products that lead to obesity.