American producers demonstrated their ability to match the quality of imported brands, winning 92 awards at the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.

World

Apr. 22, 2025

Discovery of Ancient Olive Farming in Sicily Challenges Previous Beliefs

Researchers have discovered evidence of ancient olive farming in Sicily, 1,000 years earlier than previously thought, through pollen analysis and historical analysis.

Apr. 16, 2025 World

Europe's Climate Change Accelerates, 2024 Warmest Year on Record

Apr. 15, 2025 News Briefs

Spanish Researchers Study Salt Stress on Olive Trees

Apr. 14, 2025 News Briefs

Over 200,000 Olive Branches Donated for Palm Sunday Mass

Apr. 1, 2025 World

New Research Sheds Light on Changing Nature of Droughts

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Mar. 21, 2025 World

France's Harvest Exceeds Expectations Despite Production Dip

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World

Mar. 17, 2025

As U.S. Firms Back Off Climate Targets, Olive Oil Companies Stay the Course

Olive oil producers and bottlers are continuing efforts to improve their sustainability, even as some of the country’s largest firms distance themselves from climate action.

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Food & Cooking

Mar. 17, 2025

Hong Kong Barista Explains His Signature Olive Oil Sour

Lorenzo Antinori uses extra virgin olive oil to add a smooth texture and complementary flavors to his Mediterranean take on the classic whiskey sour.

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News Briefs

Mar. 11, 2025

Wealthy Nations’ Absence at COP16 Hampers Biodiversity Funding

Without the input of United States and China, delegates at COP16 said they reached an agreement to fund biodiversity protection.

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World

Mar. 4, 2025

2025 World Olive Oil Competition Results Begin to Roll Out

Northern Hemisphere olive oil producers are tracking the ongoing rollout of the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition results.

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World

Feb. 18, 2025

Global Organic Farmland Continues Steady Expansion

Organic olive cultivation surpassed 825,000 hectares in 2023, a 32 percent increase over the course of a decade.

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News Briefs

Feb. 18, 2025

Archaeological Exhibition Explores History of Olive Oil in the Mediterranean

The event, held at the Collège de France, displays archaeological discoveries about the trade and production of olive oil in the Mediterranean.

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World

Feb. 11, 2025

Olive Oil-Based Films May Soon Replace Plastic Food Packaging

Researchers in Turkey have developed biodegradable oleofilms, which can prolong the shelf life of perishable foods by slowing oxidation.

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News Briefs

Feb. 7, 2025

Olive Oil Demand Expected to Grow Alongside Supply

The International Olive Council expects global olive oil consumption to increase with production, though its distribution is changing.

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World

Feb. 3, 2025

New Class of Sommeliers Affirmed in London

Producers, importers, retailers and olive oil enthusiasts from around the world delved into production and sensory assessment in Central London.

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News Briefs

Jan. 21, 2025

Trump Pulls U.S. Out of Paris Climate Accords, Again

Within 30 minutes of his swearing in, the Trump Admininistration said it planned to abandon the global agreement to lower greenhouse gas emissions.

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World

Jan. 21, 2025

Experts Detail Sustainable Agriculture Practices for Hotter, Drier World

Mulching, drip irrigation and no-till agricultural practices help conserve soil moisture and encourage beneficial biodiversity for olives and other crops.

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World

Dec. 30, 2024

Decoding the Olive Fly's Symbiotic Secret

The Candidatus Erwinia dacicola bacteria allows olive fruit fly larvae to feed on green olives by overcoming their natural defenses.

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World

Dec. 19, 2024

Olive Oil Producers Embrace Eco-Friendly Packaging

From new packaging material to reduced plastic designs, companies are reducing environmental impact and appeal to conscientious consumers.

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Health

Dec. 16, 2024

Collegiate Cross-Country Champions Use Olive Oil to Fight the Cold

Before winning their championship races, the men’s and women’s Brigham Young University runners covered themselves in warm olive oil.

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News Briefs

Dec. 10, 2024

Italian Farmers Donate 20 Tons of Food for Gaza Relief

The food was donated to the Word Food Program and shipped to Jordan before entering Gaza for distribution.