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Sep. 28, 2023
Precise Irrigation Key to Long-Term Productivity
A drought-resistant crop, olives still need adequate watering. Researchers are optimizing irrigation to improve yield and quality.
Sep. 20, 2023
Award-Winning Importer Recounts America's Evolving Olive Oil Culture
MillPress Imports co-founder Tim Balshi says quality is key in the competitive U.S. olive oil import market.
Sep. 19, 2023
Data Will Define Next 25 Years at California Olive Ranch, CEO Says
California Olive Ranch grew from a single olive farm to the largest producer in the United States. Now, the company plans to harness the power of data to keep growing.
Sep. 19, 2023 News Briefs
Training Young Farmers on Climate-Smart Practices in California
Sep. 13, 2023 Business
California Olive Farmers Embrace Regenerative Agriculture to Combat Climate Challenges
Aug. 29, 2023 Production
California Olive Oil Producers Weigh the Impact of Tropical Storm Hilary
Aug. 17, 2023 News Briefs
Aug. 16, 2023 Production
Community Milling in California: Small Growers Encouraged to Reserve Early
Aug. 14, 2023
State-of-the-Art Irrigation Management Leads to Rising Yields in California
To endure a changing climate, new approaches for managing and optimizing irrigation are paramount.
Aug. 10, 2023
California Producers Keep Olives and Workers Safe in Record Heat
With temperatures breaking records in some parts of the state, producers emphasize the need for irrigation and unconventional working hours.
Aug. 7, 2023
Growers Prepare for Harvest in Northern Frontier of U.S. Olive Oil Production
Hobby growers and professional producers are optimistic about the upcoming harvest in Oregon.
Aug. 2, 2023
Spain Reclaims Top Spot as Largest Olive Oil Exporter to U.S.
The removal of trade barriers and changes in strategy by Spanish companies has resulted in a steady increase in olive oil exports to the lucrative U.S. market.
Aug. 2, 2023
Sustainable Farming is Key to Quality as California Becomes Hotter and Drier
Investing in renewable energy, drip irrigation and organic practices helps the producers behind Spanish Oaks Ranch achieve award-winning quality.
Jul. 19, 2023
Researchers in California Test New Solutions for Olive Fruit Fly
Researchers at the University of California are testing a range of insecticide products for efficacy in controlling olive fruit flies.
Jul. 12, 2023
Graza Co-Founder Andrew Benin Is on A Roll
Already in 3,000 stores across the U.S., the upstart Graza has momentum rarely seen in a notoriously crowded and challenging marketplace.
Jun. 29, 2023
Olive Groves in Texas Remain Barren Ahead of Harvest Season
Due to extensive damage from consecutive winters of extremely low temperatures, olive groves in Texas have not borne fruit since the 2020 harvest.
Jun. 28, 2023
Trade Group Highlights Sustainability at Manhattan Tasting Event
The North American Olive Oil Association sought to educate retailers, producers and consumers on the environmental advantages of olive oil production over other options.
Jun. 26, 2023
Georgia’s Largest Olive Oil Producer Gears Up for Its (Very) Early Harvest
While drought is not an issue in the Peach State, humidity and hurricanes are not uncommon during Georgia’s late summer harvest.
Jun. 26, 2023
Late Winter Rains, Heavy Blooms Herald a Promising Season in California
A wet and mild winter followed by strong flowering has olive oil producers feeling good about the coming harvest.
Jun. 20, 2023
Reviews Pour in for Starbucks Oleato
From indigestion to pleasantly nutty notes, customers in the United States and Europe have come to mixed conclusions about the olive oil-infused coffee beverages.
Jun. 13, 2023
The Best Olive Varieties for Hobby Growers in Northern California
Whether it is for ornamental purposes or for small-scale table olive or oil production, these olives are perfectly suited to Northern California backyards.
Jun. 8, 2023
Bonolio Becomes Latest European Producer to Open U.S. Facility
The Sicilian producer plans to double its exports to the U.S.
Jun. 5, 2023
Goya Spain GM Says the Global Olive Oil Sector Potential Lies with Young Consumers
Antonio Carrasco believes olive oil brands must define themselves through quality while communicating these values to young people.