News Briefs / page 25
Feb. 6, 2023
Argentina's Germplasm Bank Supports Mission to Preserve Olive Cultivars
The olive plant collection in San Juan has joined the International Olive Council's olive germplasm network, a crucial tool for promoting biodiversity and supporting research.
Feb. 5, 2023
Spain's 2022 Olive Oil Sales only Slightly Lower than Expected
Olive oil sales in Spain hold relatively steady despite the many problems and price increases throughout 2022.
Feb. 4, 2023
Catalonian Producers Warn of Worst Season in 15 Years
Catalonian producers warn that olive oil production in the region will be even lower than previously expected and that major price increases may ensue as a result.
Feb. 4, 2023 News Briefs
Feb. 2, 2023 News Briefs
Feb. 2, 2023 News Briefs
Tuscan Landfill Gives Away Olive Trees to Compensate for Carbon Emissions
Feb. 2, 2023 News Briefs
Earth’s Ozone Layer Expected to Completely Rebound by 2040, Report Finds
Feb. 2, 2023 News Briefs
Andalusian Government Requests CAP Changes for Olive Growers
Jan. 31, 2023
Morocco's Olive Oil Exports Reach Record Levels as Domestic Prices Rise
The latest trade data shows significant growth in Moroccan olive oil exports, but low production has raised prices domestically.
Jan. 31, 2023
Spanish Co. Introduces Vegan Cheese Made With Olive Oil
Väcka uses melon seed milk and extra virgin olive oil instead of coconut oil and fermented almond milk in two new vegan cheese products.
Jan. 30, 2023
Andalusian Farmland Will Be Monitored from Space
A nanosatellite will provide local farmers with data about agriculture's effect on the regional environment.
Jan. 30, 2023
New Rules Govern Organic Food in the U.S.
A major upgrade to USDA rules applies to domestic organic products and organic food imports.
Jan. 30, 2023
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Makes Good Pizza Even Better, Researchers Find
A new study shows that olive oil has a significant sensory and chemical effect on Neapolitan pizza.
Jan. 30, 2023
UNESCO May Yet Give Andalusian Olive Trees Heritage Status
In Spain, local and national institutions and the whole local olive oil sector have met to get the prestigious UNESCO candidacy of Andalusian olive groves back on track.
Jan. 30, 2023
Italy Eases Some of the Burden of Hiring Seasonal Workers
The newly-introduced reform will last two years and aims to ease bureaucracy and reduce the costs of maintaining a seasonal workforce.
Jan. 30, 2023
Spanish Black Olives Exports to the U.S. Continue to Fall
The European Commission warned that the U.S. tariffs violate WTO regulations. But it will not repay Spanish producers for legal fees.
Jan. 24, 2023
Albanian Producers Struggle with Low Prices
While Albanian farmers enjoyed a bountiful harvest, low prices on the internal market and challenging logistics are causing concern.
Jan. 24, 2023
New Law in Andalusia to Promote Organic Food Production
Many Andalusian olive oil producers are involved in what is described as a major push to expand organic farming in the region.
Jan. 19, 2023
Mediterranean Diet Again Named Best Overall
The MedDiet again won out over other diets and eating plans to receive recognition as the best overall diet according to the U.S. News and World Report.
Jan. 19, 2023
Spanish Producers Encounter Losses but Look to Next Season
New data confirms that the current Spanish olive oil campaign is the worst of the century. Still, rainfall late in the season fuels hopes for the future.
Jan. 18, 2023
Summer 2022 Was Europe's Hottest on Record
The last eight years on Earth have been the hottest on record, with climate extreme weather events increasing significantly in 2022.
Jan. 18, 2023
Food Labels Might Curtail Climate Impact of U.S. Fast Food Restaurants
JAMA Network Open published new research that described the crucial role climate impact labels might play in boosting U.S. consumers' food choices.
Jan. 18, 2023
Tunisian Olive Oil Prices Keep Climbing
Local authorities have confirmed a lower-than-expected olive oil yield, leading to a steady rise in prices.