UPA
Apr. 30, 2021
Olive Growers in Jaén Protest Aid Reduction in New Budget
The stopgap budget will fund the agriculture sector until the new Common Agricultural Policy comes into force in 2023.
Apr. 29, 2021
Spanish Olive Growers Replacing Century-Old Trees With Young Ones
Intensive olive farming around the world has led Spanish olive growers to cut down ancient trees to remain competitive.
Mar. 5, 2021
Europe, U.S. Agree to Freeze Tariffs for Four Months
The decision came after a phone call between the U.S. president and European commissioner and will give the two sides time to negotiate a new trade deal.
Oct. 13, 2020
Rising Adversity in Olive Oil Sector Gives Rise to New ‘Olive Council’ in Córdoba
The Consejo del Olivar de Córdoba seeks to improve quality, promote local production and preserve the province’s rich oil culture.
Aug. 21, 2020
Spain's Farmers Welcome Low Harvest Forecasts
An official for one of Spain’s main agricultural unions argues that steadily rising global consumption paired with a decrease in production may lead to more demand for Spanish olive oil and cause prices to rise.
Jul. 6, 2020
As Covid Cases Drop in Spain, Plans to Protest Ramp Back Up
Olive growers and oil producers are resuming their public campaigns calling for more support for a sector in turmoil.
Jan. 31, 2020 Business
Olive Oil Producers and Farmers Across Spain Demand 'Measures of Support'
Jun. 18, 2019 Europe
Apr. 4, 2011 Production
Andalusia Conference on the Future of Traditional Olive Oil Production
Mar. 3, 2011 Europe
Spain's Farmers Call for a Clamp-Down on Olive Oil Price Abuses
Feb. 16, 2011 Europe
Oct. 28, 2010
Farmers Union Reaches Out to Uninsured Olive Growers
Only 3% of olive growers in Jaen have insured their plantations against a disaster. The other 97% would be left without recourse in the event of frost, hail and other natural hazards.
