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Xylella fastidiosa / page 14

A grove of olive trees with green foliage and a rocky ground under a cloudy sky. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jul. 7, 2017

Xylella Fastidiosa Threatens Andalusia

A deadly, fast-spreading bacteria that poses a lethal threat to olive trees has been detected on the Spanish mainland for the first time -- putting half of the world's olive oil supply at risk.

Blurred image of olive trees with a stone wall in a natural landscape. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jun. 5, 2017

Study Predicts the Spread of Xylella Pathogen in Olive Trees

A team of ecologists at the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology (CEH) in the UK have released a study in which they constructed a scientific model which may be able to predict how Xylella fastidiosa will spread.

An olive tree with a gnarled trunk leaning over a stone in a grassy area. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Dec. 29, 2016

Europe Joins Forces to Fight Xylella Fastidiosa

Under the Horizon 2020 program, the EU has joined 29 international partners in a research project to improve prevention, early detection and control of Xylella fastidiosa.

A man in a black jacket standing next to an olive tree in a field. - Olive Oil Times
Olive trees in a grove with a view of the sea in the background. - Olive Oil Times
A large olive tree with a thick trunk and expansive canopy in a field. - Olive Oil Times
A solitary olive tree in a field with several other olive trees in the background. - Olive Oil Times
A man with a gray beard wearing a dark suit and tie, looking serious outdoors. - Olive Oil Times
Branch of an olive tree featuring dried olives and leaves against a blurred background. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

Aug. 1, 2016

Europe Opens New Infringement Procedure Over Italy's Handling of Xylella

Italy has 60 days to respond to a formal letter and take steps to implement the requirements imposed by the European Commission.

Neofabraea (Photo: Olive Oil Commission of California)
Production

Jul. 26, 2016

New Blight Alarms California Olive Growers

The pathogen Neofabraea has been observed on both Arbosana and Arbequina trees in the Sacramento Valley, Glenn County and San Joaquin.

A close-up view of freshly harvested Leccino olives with varying shades of purple and green. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jul. 14, 2016

Research Shows Leccino Less Susceptible to Xf

According to a new study, the Leccino olive variety appears to be ‘tolerant’ to the attack of the Xylella fastidiosa bacterium that has wiped out large swaths of Italian olive-growing regions.

Demonstrators holding banners during a protest against Xylella in Rome, Italy. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

Jun. 10, 2016

EU Court Allows Mandate for Felling Trees Near Those Infected by Xylella

The EU Court of Justice said that the Commission may require states to remove all plants capable of being infected by the Xf, even when there are no symptoms of infection, when such plants are in the vicinity of plants already affected.

Cargo ships docked at a port with cranes illuminated by lights during twilight hours. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

May. 20, 2016

Europe Moves Forward with Rules to Prevent Influx of Plant Pests

Measures moved forward to prevent plant pests inadvertently entering EU territory and ensure that rapid response mechanisms are in place to quickly eradicate infected plants.

Close-up view of a green leaf with brown patches and holes. - Olive Oil Times
Production

May. 4, 2016

Study Finds Treatments Reduce Symptoms But Do Not Eliminate Xf in Olive Trees

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has concluded that treatments used on olive trees in Apulia (Puglia) affected by the bacteria have resulted in a reduction in symptoms, but are not successful in eliminating the disease.

Close-up view of a cicada insect with distinctive features including large eyes and textured body. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Apr. 6, 2016

Research Confirms Xf to Blame for Desiccation of Salento Trees

A project funded by the European Food Safety Authority EFSA confirmed that the destruction was caused by the Xylella fastidiosa bacterium.

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Aerial view of olive tree fields arranged in rows on rolling hills. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Apr. 1, 2016

Andalusia Declares Its Agriculture Xylella-Free

After the completion of 600 tests on regional crops ranging from olives to almonds and citrus, Andalusia determines the plague has not penetrated its borders.

A wooden cross placed on a rock in a natural outdoor setting with greenery in the background. - Olive Oil Times
N. America

Feb. 19, 2016

Xylella Fastidiosa Continues to Spread in Corsica

The spread of the Xylella fastidiosa bacterium on the French island of Corsica has been a cause of concern since the first case was detected last summer in Propriano.

Golden Gate Bridge illuminated at sunset with a city skyline in the background. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Jan. 19, 2016

Olive Oil Commission of California Holds Informational Meeting

The OOCC was formed by the California olive oil industry for the purpose of developing, verifying and enforcing standards for California olive oil, and for conducting research on olives and olive oil. It held a meeting in Sacramento last week.

A man in a suit standing in front of an olive grove on a hillside. - Olive Oil Times
World

Jan. 3, 2016

Mueller Connects Unseemly Events in Italian Olive Oil Sector

Investigative author Tom Mueller finds a common thread running through the stories of greed, corruption and crisis in Italian agriculture.

Man with gray hair and beard wearing a blue suit speaking at a conference table. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

Dec. 18, 2015

Prosecutor in Lecce Seizes Olive Trees, Investigates Scientists for 'Misrepresentation'

Ten people are under investigation for the spreading of a plant disease, willful violation of the provisions on the environment and the "destruction or disfigurement of natural beauty."

An olive tree with a thick trunk and green leaves in a natural outdoor environment. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

Dec. 17, 2015

Europe Approves Draft of New Rules to Prevent Spread of Plant Diseases

New reg­u­la­tions to curb the influx of killer plant pests such as the fatal olive tree dis­ease Xylella fas­tidiosa, have been pre­lim­i­nar­ily approved by mem­bers of the European Parliament. MEPs infor­mally agreed to the pack­age of new mea­sures dur­ing high-level talks in Luxembourg yes­ter­day, December 16. The interim deal intro­duces pre­ven­tive mea­sures for impor­tant plants,

Silhouetted olive trees with a clear sky in the background, showcasing their distinct shapes and foliage. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

Dec. 16, 2015

Researcher Calls for Greater Vigilance to Stop Killer Disease Ravaging Groves in Puglia

Disease expert Giovanni Martelli said he would need a ‘crystal ball’ to know what will happen with the Xylella fastidiosa outbreak across Europe.

Close-up view of textured tree bark showing intricate patterns and natural colors. - Olive Oil Times
Europe

Dec. 11, 2015

Italy 'Not Respecting Obligations' to Eradicate Xylella, EU Says

The eradication of diseased trees have not been sufficient to reassure the EU that Italy is doing all it should to contain the outbreak.

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