Dec. 12, 2022
Producers in Israel Reap Benefits of Record Harvest
Despite rising production costs and persistent challenges from imports, Israeli olive oil producers anticipate a bumper harvest and improved market share.
Dec. 8, 2022
In Turkey, Olive Oil Exports Rise with Prices and Production
The rising volume and value of Turkish olive oil exports have been fueled by strong production, surging prices and more branded oils.
Dec. 5, 2022
Rising Olive Oil Prices, Exports Help Sustain Tunisian Trade Balance
Olive oil accounted for 40 percent of agricultural export value. An increased focus on branding and organic farming might further grow the sector’s value.
Nov. 28, 2022 Business
Low Availability and Rising Prices Spark Concerns of Olive Oil Fraud in Morocco
Nov. 18, 2022 Production
Nov. 18, 2022 Production
Nov. 10, 2022 Production
A Predicted Record Harvest Would Make Turkey the World’s Second-Largest Olive Oil Producer
Nov. 10, 2022 Business
Europe and Morocco Sign Deal to Develop Sustainable Agricultural
Oct. 24, 2022
Farmers in Gaza Expect Bumper Harvest
Growers expect to harvest 45 tons of olives, allowing them to meet domestic demand for olive oil and table olives and export the rest.
Oct. 12, 2022
Tunisian Olive Oil Production Falls to 23 Percent Below Five-Year Average
Low rainfall levels in the winter and spring, frequent heat waves and the unrelenting drought were attributed to the production drop.
Sep. 27, 2022
Olive Farmer Unearths an Ancient Mosaic in Gaza
The Byzantine-era floor was discovered accidentally. However, the remains of walls and glass artifacts show that the area could yield even more stunning discoveries.
Sep. 22, 2022
Rising Prices Expose Untapped Potential for Tunisian Exports
Rising olive oil prices at origins have seen Tunisian exports increase in value by one-third in the past year, even as volumes dipped.
Sep. 20, 2022
Morrocan Olive Oil Exports Rise After Last Year's Bumper Crop
The Ministry of Agriculture said international sales of olive oil increased by 47 percent, with most new olive oil shipments headed to Europe.
Sep. 14, 2022
Temperatures Rising in Africa Faster than Global Average
A new report attributed steadily rising temperatures and climate change to more prevalent drought, increased water scarcity, poor harvests and more extreme weather events.
Sep. 7, 2022
Farmers in Morocco Prepare for Modest Yield
After last year’s record-high production, the North African country’s two largest olive-growing regions are expecting small harvests.
Sep. 6, 2022
Producers in South Africa Expect to Match Results of Last Year's Record Harvest
While producers celebrate a third consecutive bountiful harvest, there is growing concern about rising costs and load shedding.
Jul. 15, 2022
Award-Winning Producer Emphasizes Sustainable Expansion in the Jordan Desert
Jordan’s only award-winning producer at the 2022 NYIOOC reflects on the role of preserving the environment on quality and prepare for the post-Covid world.
Jul. 11, 2022
Israeli Producers Celebrate Record Year at World Competition
Despite having its worst harvest in a decade, Israeli producers earned a record-high number of awards at the World Competition.
Jul. 11, 2022
Best Year Yet for Tunisian Producers at World Competition
The North African country’s producers won a record-setting number of awards at the competition and achieved their highest success rate.
Jul. 5, 2022
Cengizhan Şimşek Claims Başpehlivan Title at 661st Kırkpınar
Twenty-six-year-old Cengizhan Şimşek defeated several former champions en route to his victory at the 661st edition of the world’s oldest sporting event.
Jun. 10, 2022
Turkish Producers Reach New Heights in World Competition
A record haul of 65 awards has placed Turkey among the top producing countries at the world’s largest olive oil quality contest.
Jun. 8, 2022
South African Producers Celebrate Record Success at NYIOOC
Entering their second-highest number of brands, South African producers won a record-high number of Gold Awards at the World Olive Oil Competition.
Jun. 2, 2022
U.N. Developing Olive Groves and Mills in Drought-Prone Areas of Iraq
The Middle Eastern country is also working to rejoin the International Olive Council, which would further develop the nascent sector.