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Nov. 11, 2016
Researchers Identify New Markers to Detect Fraud in Refined Oils
A team of Italian researchers came upon a marker that could be useful to identify adulteration in refined olive oils.
Nov. 10, 2016
Sindyanna of Galilee promotes collaboration between Arabs and Jews to develop the fair trade olive sector.
Nov. 2, 2016
Tasting olive oil makes Suzan Kantarci Savas happy. Such joy will serve her well in New York this April when she returns with her colleagues to taste over 900 samples in the world's largest olive oil competition.
Oct. 28, 2016 World
From Golan Heights, Olive Farmer Sees New Markets for His Skincare Line
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Oct. 26, 2016 World
Prison Inmates Near Florence Learn from Award-Winning Producer
Oct. 19, 2016 World
Oct. 17, 2016
The First Zero-Impact Olive Mill to Produce Energy
Giovanni Cassese's designed a system built by Pieralisi that might just be the first completely environmentally sustainable olive mill.
Oct. 5, 2016
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Meets Art at Frieze Masters
Frieze Masters will host a 'Culture of Italian Olive Oil' event, featuring Italian producers who are passionate about art and agriculture in equal measure.
Oct. 5, 2016
Award-Winning Olive Oil Producer Thinks Weed Control Is for the Birds
A young Spanish olive oil producer has decided to try using geese as weeders in his family´s olive groves. By doing so he not only hopes to keep down undergrowth, he also strives to promote the survival of an endangered Spanish goose.
Sep. 19, 2016
Dorothy Cann Hamilton, Culinary Educator and Visionary, Dies at 67
This morning the tragic news is being shared throughout the New York culinary community and far beyond in expressions of disbelief as the weight of the loss sinks in.
Sep. 15, 2016
Olive Oil and Wine Pioneer Raul Castellani Has Died
The sudden passing of Raul Cesar Castellani leaves the wine and olive oil worlds with good memories, important events and ample knowledge.
Sep. 12, 2016
Ancient Mill Discovered on Lesvos
The mill, discovered during the construction of a local road, was in use from the 2nd to the 6th centuries AD.
Sep. 6, 2016
Michelangelo’s Villa for Sale, Olive Mill Included
The villa that once belonged to Michelangelo, which includes an almost 1,000-year-old olive press and millstone, is going for about $8.4 million.
Aug. 26, 2016
Earthquake in Central Italy: How to Help
In a race against time, the search continues unabated in the hope of finding people still alive.
Aug. 26, 2016
Jaén Seeks UNESCO Nod for its 'Sea of Olives'
The provincial government of Jaén has been the leader in pursuing the recognition of the unique Andalusian terrain as a World Heritage Site.
Aug. 23, 2016
Olive Oil Sommelier Course Sold Out
The next session will be February 3-10, 2017, when all three levels of the course will be held. Registration for the February session will begin this fall.
Aug. 19, 2016
5 Easy Ways to Know Your Olive Oil is a Ripoff
So you splurged for extra virgin olive oil, but did you get what you paid for? Here are five sure signs you got ripped.
Aug. 15, 2016
The Last Charcoal Man of Seville
Years ago, Spanish cities had a store in every neighborhood. José Luis Aguilar is the last charcoal merchant in Seville.
Aug. 10, 2016
Brazil is a major olive oil consumer with deep cultural ties to Portugal and the olive's symbolism runs throughout Olympic history. And it just so happens Olympic athletes eat it too.
Aug. 1, 2016
Greek Olive Branch Sent to Rio to Symbolize Peace in Olympics Opening Ceremony
Branches from the Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves have been used in ceremonies at each summer Olympics since the Athens Games in 2004. The wreath cutting ceremony was accompanied by an ancient dance ritual.
Jul. 26, 2016
In Lucca, a Month Dedicated to Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil
In its ancient Roman forum, Lucca hosted the second annual Extra Lucca Summer Edition, a spinoff of Extra Lucca, the annual event dedicated to high-quality extra virgin olive oils.