Dec. 2, 2015
Basilippo's New Label Tells Consumers to 'Cool It'
The award-winning producer has developed a new labeling system that helps keep EVOO at the ideal temperature to maintain quality.
Nov. 30, 2015
Low Olive Oil Reserves Cast Shadow on Spain’s Increased Production
With an estimated 400,000-ton production increase over last year, limited reserves mean inventory will only increase by an estimated 80,000 tons.
Nov. 20, 2015
High Quality, Average Yield Expected from Greece
Preliminary estimates call for an average output of Greek olive oil with excellent quality.
Nov. 16, 2015 Production
Nov. 10, 2015 World
Doing Hard Time in Italy's Last Island Prison Means Making Olive Oil
Nov. 3, 2015 Production
Oct. 27, 2015 Production
Italian Court Orders Halt to Destruction of Olive Trees in Puglia
Oct. 15, 2015 Production
California's Bumper Crop Might Not Yield the Oil Some Predicted
Oct. 15, 2015
California Farmers Remain Unfamiliar with New Olive Oil Commission
The Olive Oil Commission of California is reaching out about its role and the new regulations affecting the state's producers.
Oct. 14, 2015
Greece's Early Harvest Olive Oils
Early harvest oils, with their bitter taste, low acidity, and higher antioxidant content are worth paying a little extra for. If you can find them.
Oct. 13, 2015
To Filter or Not Filter? Well, it Depends.
University of California at Davis Olive Center researchers looked at the data to settle the age-old debate. What they found is that there's no clear solution.
Oct. 8, 2015
High Hopes, Few Answers as Harvest Gets Underway in Italy
Production in 2015 is expected to be up, but too many variables can still affect the final yields to know yet how this year's harvest will play out.
Sep. 28, 2015
France Publishes Report on Xf in Corsica
The report confirmed plants to be infected by Xylella fastidiosa and citrus plants are not at risk from the particular strain.
Sep. 23, 2015
Farmers Lawyer Up in Battle Over Salento Trees
Olive growers from southern Italy, where a Xylella fastidiosa outbreak has led to a major cull of trees, are seeking legal advice to challenge the European Union’s stance on tackling the disease.
Sep. 21, 2015
Non-GMO Labeling for Olive Oil a Non-Issue
Buyers are increasingly requiring assurances that foods are GMO-free, but the controversy has little to do with olive oil.
Sep. 9, 2015
Researchers Use Phages to Eradicate Disease Caused by Xylella Fastidiosa in Grapevines
A similar approach could be effective to treat and prevent Xf infections in olive trees, according to the researchers at Texas A&M University.
Aug. 31, 2015
Restoring the Dignity of Mafia Lands
One group is farming lands once the domain of organized crime to produce organic olive oil dedicated to the young victims of a car bomb meant for a judge.
Aug. 24, 2015
At Dievole, Extra Virgin Without Boundaries
In Tuscany, oil maker Marco Scanu is leading an ambitious project at Dievole estate, recently bought by a South American magnate.
Aug. 18, 2015
France Announces Measures to Contain Xylella Fastidiosa Outbreak in Corsica
Following a confirmed infection of the deadly bacterium, the French ministry of agriculture has announced measures to contain its spread.
Aug. 11, 2015
At Frantoio Franci, Passion Runs in the Family
With its ever-growing record of achievements and accolades, Frantoio Franci is a renowned family-run farm whose main assets are passion and devoted fieldwork.
Aug. 6, 2015
India Says it Will Expand Olive Oil Production
Committing to a larger investment in the crop, the state government will increase the amount of land dedicated to olive tree cultivation.
Aug. 5, 2015
Will the 2015 Olive Harvest Be a Good One?
It’s still early, but there is much speculation and anticipation about the upcoming olive harvest and its consequences for producers and consumers alike.
Jul. 27, 2015
European Commission Publishes Xylella Fastidiosa Factsheet
The document points out that Xylella fastidiosa is one of the world’s deadliest plant bacteria and the only confirmed outbreak in the EU is in Apulia.