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Jul. 29, 2024
Researchers Introduce AI Tool to Help Olive Farmers Predict Harvest Timing
Using machine learning to analyze a range of data points from model farms, researchers were able to predict the timing of the olive harvest with 90 percent accuracy.
Jul. 29, 2024
Olive Trees on Corfu Face Threat from Wood-Eating Insects, Experts Rule Out Xylella
A lab in Athens ruled out Xylella fastidiosa as the cause of the dieback in central and northern Corfu groves.
Jul. 24, 2024
Organic Olive Cultivation in Italy Continues to Expand
More than 6,000 hectares of olive groves were converted to organic agriculture in the last year as Italy inched closer to achieving European sustainability goals.
Jul. 20, 2024 Business
Jul. 20, 2024 Producer Profiles
Award-Winning Producer Promotes Rhodes as An Olive Oil Destination
Jul. 20, 2024 Business
Jul. 18, 2024 News Briefs
Despite Falling Prices at Origin, Olive Oil Retail Prices Remain Elevated
Jul. 18, 2024 Business
Details Emerge in Seizure of Counterfeit Olive Oil in Puglia
Jul. 15, 2024
Xylella Fastidiosa Identified in Extremadura
Extremadura joins the Balearic Islands and the Community of Valencia as the Spanish regions with active Xylella infestations.
Jul. 15, 2024
Italy, Turkey, Brazil Lead the Way at 'EVO IOOC' Awards
Four hundred eighty-six extra virgin and flavored olive oils were awarded at the ninth EVO IOOC Italy event in Calabria.
Jul. 9, 2024
Enhancing Excellence: How the World's Best Restaurant Uses Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Locally sourced extra virgin olive oil is an essential ingredient for the Michelin-star chefs at Disfrutar Barcelona and their award-winning tasting menu.
Jul. 7, 2024
Portuguese Producers Highlight Quality as the Cornerstone of Promotional Efforts
After achieving their second-biggest harvest ever, Portuguese producers celebrated impressive results at the World Olive Oil Competition.
Jul. 1, 2024
Three Beloved Greek Dishes to Try This Summer
Fresh, seasonal ingredients are combined with the yearās extra virgin olive oil to create some of the most delicious summer dishes of Greek cuisine.
Jun. 27, 2024
The 1,000-Member Co-Op Taking on The Challenging Terrain of Northern Portugal
The members of the Agricultural Cooperative of Olive Growers of MurƧa farm the rugged terrain, working together to produce award-winning extra virgin olive oil.
Jun. 26, 2024
Rising Olive Oil Imports Contribute to Spainās Trade Deficit with Argentina
While Spainās agricultural trade deficit fell by 33 percent between 2022 and 2023, olive oil imports increased by nearly 230 percent due to a poor harvest and rising prices.
Jun. 25, 2024
Green Deal Under Threat After E.U. Elections
While climate change is expected to be relegated in the E.U.ās priorities after the European elections, farmers are unlikely to see changes in their work in the near future.
Jun. 25, 2024
Bank of Spain Attributes Ongoing Inflation to Soaring Olive Oil Prices
The bankās statements come as the government announced plans to continue its Value-Added Tax markdown on most foods, including olive oil.
Jun. 25, 2024
Spanish Households Purchase More Sunflower Oil Than Olive Oil for the First Time
Falling olive oil sales are linked to reduced production and elevated prices, whereas sunflower oil has become more affordable during the same timeframe.
Jun. 25, 2024
Poets, Journalists, Researchers Awarded Literary Prize
Twelve awards were handed out in Rome for poetry, fiction and scientific research related to olive oil.
Jun. 15, 2024
Report Reveals Growing Number of Olive Producers in Northern Italy
Olive farming is shifting north in Italy as sustainability in a changing climate guides new ventures. Organic growing is also on the rise.
Jun. 12, 2024
Record Olive Oil Prices Drive Food Inflation in Greece
A study from the National Bank of Greece found that record olive oil prices were responsible for almost 50 percent of the increase in total food inflation.
Jun. 12, 2024
Proposal Would Ban Solar Panel Installation on Italy's Farmlands
Exemptions for agri-voltaic systems would still allow research and development of projects in olive groves to continue.
Jun. 12, 2024
Deoleo North America CEO Says Sustainability is Key to Growing Olive Oil Sector
Thierry Moyroud views Deoleo as guardians of the industry, prioritizing quality production and sustainable practices above all else.