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Aug. 15, 2013
Mediterranean Food Producers See Red Over U.K. 'Traffic Light' Labels
Olive oil producers are concerned the United Kingdom’s “traffic-light” food labeling will see their flagship products rated unhealthy.
Jul. 30, 2013
Top Greek Olive Oil Brand Helps 3,000 Families During Crisis
More than 3,000 needy Greek families received a year's supply of extra virgin olive oil from the country's most popular brand.
Jul. 25, 2013
Greek Police Make Arrests in Olive Oil Fraud Ring
Greek police made several arrests related to two separate olive oil fraud rings in the country’s two largest cities.
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Jun. 20, 2013
House Rejects Olive Oil Import Restrictions, Then Farm Bill Altogether
The House failed to pass the 5- year Farm Bill after an overwhelming vote to strike an olive oil provision.
Jun. 13, 2013
Olive Oil Quality Seals? Take Your Pick
Quality seal programs certify the quality of the olive oils displaying their stickers so consumers can buy with confidence.
Jun. 6, 2013
Greeks Still World's Top Olive Oil Guzzlers
Greeks still leads the world in per capita olive oil consumption, according to recent figures from the European Commission.
Jun. 1, 2013
What Makes a 'DOP' Olive Oil Different?
What does it mean when an olive oil has a label indicating it was made in a Protected Designation of Origin?
May. 30, 2013
Survey Reveals Surprising Views Toward Olive Oil
Despite a common refrain that olive oil should not be used for cooking, consumers do it anyway, according to a survey by the UC Davis Olive Center.
May. 29, 2013
Council Says New Chemical Limits Will Improve Olive Oil Quality
Tighter chemical parameters for virgin olive oils are among measures approved this week by the International Olive Council.
May. 21, 2013
Cristiano Tomei: Instinct and Madness
At L'Imbuto restaurant, chef Cristiano Tomei proposes a cuisine based on quality, simple ingredients and a great creativity.
May. 10, 2013
USDA Researchers Develop New Tests for Olive Oil Adulteration
Researchers at the USDA have found new ways to check olive oil authenticity, and a better way to process pomace.
Apr. 26, 2013
Italy Triumphs at New York International Olive Oil Competition
Italy was the most award-winning country at the prestigious New York competition, gaining a record number of 87 medals.
Apr. 26, 2013
Australia and New Zealand Shine at International Olive Oil Competition
Australia and New Zealand punched above their weight at the 2013 New York International Olive Oil Competition last week.
Apr. 25, 2013
Spain Brings Home 51 Medals from New York
Spanish extra virgin olive oils earned 51 awards, including two for best of class, from the New York International Olive Oil Competition.
Apr. 25, 2013
U.S. Producers Win Big at International Olive Oil Competition
Olive oil brands from the United States won 21 gold and 15 silver medals at the New York International Olive Oil Competition.
Apr. 22, 2013
For Van Gogh, Olive Trees 'Too Beautiful to Dare Paint'
Olive trees have provided not just a source of nourishment for the body but a source of inspiration for the soul.
Apr. 20, 2013
Awards Gala Honors World’s Top Olive Oil Producers
After a press conference to announce the winners of the New York International Olive Oil Competition, the program closed with an awards gala at the International Culinary Center.
Apr. 18, 2013
World’s Best Olive Oils Unveiled in New York
The top three winning countries taking home the most overall awards include Italy, with 83 awards, Spain, with 51 awards, and the United States, with 36 awards.