Nov. 10, 2022
Ahead of a Bumper Harvest, Lebanese Producers Demonstrate Resilience
Producers expect near-record yields but continue to face some of the world's most difficult olive oil production conditions.
Nov. 10, 2022
Nearly Half of the Farmland in Europe Faces Erosion Factors
Soil assessment and conservation measures are increasingly important due to climate change. Good farming practices could reduce erosion caused by tillage, water and wind.
Nov. 9, 2022
Record Harvest in Herzegovina Heralds Expansion of Olive Growing in Western Balkans
Herzegovina produced 280,000 liters of olive oil. Officials plan to triple the amount of land dedicated to olive growing in the coming years.
Nov. 2, 2022 News Briefs
Oct. 31, 2022 Production
In Greece, Millers Call for Subsidies to Soften Impact of Rising Costs
Oct. 28, 2022 Producer Profiles
Award-Winning EVOO the Latest Chapter in a Storied Slovenian Family Legacy
Oct. 27, 2022 World
How Intensive Agriculture and Olive Cultivation Impact Soil Health
Oct. 26, 2022 Production
In Croatia, Students Join Award-Winning Farm for Olive Harvest
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. 24, 2022
Montenegro Harvest Begins with Ancient Tree in Mirovica
Visitors and volunteers tasted early harvest oils and helped harvest the country's oldest tree.
Oct. 17, 2022
Olive Oil Production to Fall 25%, European Commission Predicts
All of Europe’s main producing countries, with the exception of Greece, are expecting significant production drops. However, some believe the forecast is too pessimistic.
Oct. 13, 2022
Officials Congratulate Regional NYIOOC Winners at Ceremony in Split
Ahead of the harvest, olive growers from Split-Dalmatia County were congratulated for their 17 awards at the 2022 World Olive Oil Competition.
Oct. 12, 2022
After Initial Optimism, Mixed Results for Australian Producers
Torrential rain resulted in no harvests for some regions of Australia, while others enjoyed similar yields to last year’s record-highs.
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.
Oct. 12, 2022
Hot Weather Weakens Plant Immune System, Study Finds
Uncertainty exists among scientists worldwide about why plants’ defenses against pathogens fade away under rising temperatures. However, the cure may lie in genetics.
Oct. 10, 2022
One-Third of Global Olive Oil Production Comes from Intensive Farming
A report found that high-density groves account for 3 percent of cultivation, but 36 percent of olive oil production.
Oct. 6, 2022
Excitement, Anticipation in Slovenia as Harvest Gets Underway
Despite high spring heat and drought, producers are anticipating high quantities of olives along with the excellent quality of the resulting oil.
Oct. 6, 2022
Farmers in France Confirm Grim Predictions as Harvest Gets Underway
Heat and drought led to premature olive drops across southern France. The yield is expected to fall by 50 percent compared to last year.
Oct. 6, 2022
Producers in Andalusia Brace for Second Worst Harvest on Record
Olive oil production in Andalusia is expected to be nearly 50 percent below the rolling five-year average. The table olive harvest will also be significantly lower.
Sep. 29, 2022
Organic Olive Groves Continue to Flourish in Spain
Andalusia and Aragón experienced the most significant increases in organic olive cultivation.
Sep. 29, 2022
Promising Signs of a Robust Harvest in Greece
Contrary to other main European producers, Greece expects a substantial increase in its harvest yield. However, significant challenges could hamper the final tally.
Sep. 27, 2022
Growers and Producers in Italy Anticipate a Challenging Harvest
Rising production costs combined with lower-than-expected yields in some parts of Italy will force many olive-related companies to make tough decisions.
Sep. 21, 2022
Adverse Weather Dampens New Zealand Harvest
Producers began 2022 with optimism for another excellent harvest, but rain and disease resulted in some producers yielding no oil at all.