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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 News Briefs
Jan. 30, 2023 News Briefs
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Makes Good Pizza Even Better, Researchers Find
Jan. 30, 2023 News Briefs
Jan. 30, 2023 News Briefs
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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.
Jan. 17, 2023
Food Crisis Looms as Pakistan Announces Recovery Strategy
The high level of inflation, natural disasters, and national debt has cause Pakistan to seek international aid.
Jan. 17, 2023
E.U. Allows House Crickets in Food Products
The defatted powder of the house cricket, in addition to the current dried and frozen preparations, will be allowed in a variety of food products in the E.U.
Jan. 17, 2023
Spain's Olive Oil VAT Reduction Might Not Be Sufficient to Halt Price Rises
Olive oil producers argue that the temporary VAT reduction is undercut by rising production costs and the tax on plastics.
Jan. 17, 2023
Groundwater Resources Recharge Faster than Previously Estimated
Research sheds light on the recharge rate of groundwater resources, which has important implications for the sustainable use of underground aquifers.
Jan. 17, 2023
Olive Trees Combat Air Pollution, New Research Shows
VegPM, a Tuscan research project, proves that certain tree species can combat air pollution from particulate matter (PM) and improve air quality in urban environments.
Jan. 17, 2023
Public Health Groups Urge E.U. to Expedite Introduction of Front-of-Pack Food Labels
An open letter to the E.U. Commission warned against further delays in the adoption of front-of-pack nutrition labels. The letter was signed by the European Heart Network, European Public Health Alliance, Consumers Organization and many others.
Jan. 17, 2023
Jordan's Olive Oil Yield Lower than Expected
In Jordan, overall yield is expected to grow, even though the 2022 harvest may produce less olive oil than expected.
Jan. 11, 2023
Italy Launches 'Land Generation' Initiative to Foster Generational Change in Farming
The new Ismea program will provide loans for farmland acquisition and new farming companies. To induce a generational change in Italian farming, only farmers under 41 are eligible for the program.