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Apr. 1, 2025
New Research Sheds Light on Changing Nature of Droughts
Using more than 120 years of data, researchers found that rising global temperatures are making droughts longer and more severe.
Mar. 21, 2025
France's Harvest Exceeds Expectations Despite Production Dip
French olive oil production is expected to reach between 5,000 and 5,200 metric tons in the 2024/25 crop year, about seven percent above the five-year average.
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.
Mar. 17, 2025 Food & Cooking
Mar. 11, 2025 News Briefs
Wealthy Nations’ Absence at COP16 Hampers Biodiversity Funding
Mar. 4, 2025 World
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Feb. 18, 2025 News Briefs
Archaeological Exhibition Explores History of Olive Oil in the Mediterranean
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dec. 10, 2024
Regenerating Soil Helps Tackle Water Crisis, Experts Say
Specialists suggest agronomic plans to improve organic fertility, limit erosion and save water.
Dec. 2, 2024
IUCN Studies the Tradeoffs Between Intensive and Traditional Olive Groves
The organization found that traditional groves are better for biodiversity but less profitable. Intensive groves are more cost-efficient but create massive monocultures.
Dec. 2, 2024
Developing Nations Leave Controversial COP29 Disappointed
The climate summit concluded in Azerbaijan with rich countries agreeing to a financial aid package of $300B, one-third of what economists recommended.
Nov. 22, 2024
Experts Predict Significant Decline in Olive Oil Prices
The world’s largest bottlers expect prices to fall below €5 per liter as major producing countries report harvest rebounds.
Nov. 20, 2024
Olive Oil Sommelier Program Returns to London
The Olive Oil Times Education Lab will return to Central London with its flagship five-day Sommelier program.
Nov. 18, 2024
World Leaders Snub COP29, Jeopardizing Climate Action
The so-called “finance COP” is focused on securing funding for poorer countries to tackle climate change impacts.