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Jan. 12, 2014
Brazilian Olive Oil Imports Continue Boom
Brazilian imports of olive oil show no signs of slowing and, though still in its infancy, domestic production is also on the rise.
Nov. 19, 2013
Uruguayan Producers Say Exports Will Triple Last Year's
Increased local consumption, exports and market mobilization continue to demonstrate Uruguay's potential as a small but vital player on the world olive oil stage.
Oct. 30, 2013
Argentina’s Olive Oil Industry In Crisis
Argentina's olive oil industry is struggling to compete on the world stage and lacks the internal market to absorb the resulting surplus.
Oct. 15, 2013 S. America
Sep. 9, 2013 Fairs, Competitions
First 'Oro Chile' to Recognize Latin American Olive Oil Excellence
Aug. 30, 2013 S. America
Apr. 5, 2013 Business
Peru Must Lift Anti-Subsidy Duties on Italian and Spanish Olive Oil
Feb. 7, 2013 S. America
Jan. 22, 2013
Council Recognizes Chilean Tasting Panel
Chile raises its standing in the international olive oil community by receiving the IOC's prestigious sensory analysis panel certification.
Dec. 1, 2012
Argentina Declares Olive Oil a ‘National Food’
A new initiative will promote domestic marketing, production and consumption of olive oil in Argentina, where for every four liters of oil produced, just one is consumed at home.
Nov. 19, 2012
Valencian Company Wins Contract to Promote Olive Oil in Brazil
The campaign in Brazil, the world’s fifth most populous country, will be run by Grupo AGR Comunicación.
Nov. 19, 2012
Chile's Olisur Continues International Expansion
With a strong presence in the USA, Canada and Japan, Chilean manufacturer Olisur continues to push international expansion.
Nov. 16, 2012
Quality is Key for Uruguay’s Growing Olive Oil Sector
The olive oil sector is set to reach a half million liters this year, and industry representatives say the key to further growth is quality.
Oct. 14, 2012
In Argentina, a Push to Make Olive Oil a 'National Food'
A proposed campaign aims to boost domestic sales, stimulate production and change the perception of olive oil among Argentine consumers.
Oct. 14, 2012
Campaign for Spanish Olive Oil in Mexico City
Eight of Mexico City’s top restaurants will feature Spanish extra virgin olive oil as the star as part of a month-long campaign.
May. 22, 2012
Olive Council Seeks Bids for Promotional Work in Brazil, China
The IOC has called for tenders for the 2012/13 phases of its promotions in Brazil and China, both of which are to emphasize health benefits and quality.
Mar. 13, 2012
ChileOliva to Host Seminar on Olive Oil Processing
The Chilean trade organization partners up with InnovaChile to offer a seminar on the olive oil quality, processing and efficiency in central Chile.
Mar. 2, 2012
Chile Looks for Stronger Ties with Andalusia
The South American country's burgeoning olive oil industry aims to form an alliance with Jaén and Andalusia, Spain's core olive producing region, to further expansion.
Feb. 27, 2012
Argentina's Olive Oil Production Expected to Double By 2020
Argentina's olive oil industry is expected to double by 2020 firmly establishing it among the top producers in the world.
Jan. 4, 2012
Alternative Energy Powers Olive Oil Producer in Chile’s Maule Region
In a year declared “International Year of Sustainable Energy for All” by the UN, one Chilean olive oil producer expects big results from his decision to go green.
Dec. 16, 2011
Uruguayan Olive Oil Production Expected to Grow
Olive oil production in Uruguay is expected to double in the coming year, thanks to heavy investments and improved technological resources in the area.
Oct. 18, 2011
Olive Council Reaches Out to Emerging South American Industry
Argentina remains the IOC's only member in Latin America, but other countries in the region are lately receiving more attention from the intergovernmental organization.
Sep. 23, 2011
American Investor Argentine Olive Ranch Buys San Juan Plantation
According to a report, an investment group headed by Ralph Rybacki will put up $11.9 million towards the purchase of a 2,471 acre olive plantation and the construction of a new olive oil factory.