Oct. 27, 2022
How Intensive Agriculture and Olive Cultivation Impact Soil Health
While intensive agriculture degrades soil health in seasonal crops, the same cannot be conclusively said about olives.
Oct. 26, 2022
In Croatia, Students Join Award-Winning Farm for Olive Harvest
Students from Zagreb also learned about the milling process. The oil they helped produce will be submitted to the 2023 NYIOOC.
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 Production
Oct. 17, 2022 Production
Olive Oil Production to Fall 25%, European Commission Predicts
Oct. 13, 2022 The Best Olive Oils
Officials Congratulate Regional NYIOOC Winners at Ceremony in Split
Oct. 12, 2022 Production
After Initial Optimism, Mixed Results for Australian Producers
Oct. 12, 2022 Production
Tunisian Olive Oil Production Falls to 23 Percent Below Five-Year Average
Oct. 12, 2022
Hot Weather Weakens Plant Immune System, Study Finds
Uncertainty exists among scientists worldwide about why plantsā 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 AragĆ³n 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.
Sep. 15, 2022
Agronomist Restores 400-Year-Old Olive Grove to Better Withstand Droughts in Croatia
Restoration of centuries-old trees is the first line of defense against drought, according to one young agronomist.
Sep. 14, 2022
How a Chilean Disrupter Shook Up the Country's Olive Sector
Chileās leading olive oil producer came to fruition after a roadtrip through Spain. It is now leading the way in precision agriculture and sustainability.
Sep. 13, 2022
Ahead of the Harvest, Olive Oil Production Costs Keep Rising
The energy crisis will dramatically raise the cost of doing business for millers. However, they will not be able to pass those increases along to consumers.
Sep. 13, 2022
Sustainability Key to Success of Central Italyās Award-Winning Producers
Producers from Central Italy reflected on success at the 2022 NYIOOC and looked ahead to the coming harvest.
Sep. 13, 2022
Harvest Outlook Worsens in Spain
Rain is in the forecast for this week, but producers are still expecting what could be the third-lowest yield since records began.
Sep. 7, 2022
Farmers in Morocco Prepare for Modest Yield
After last yearās record-high production, the North African countryās two largest olive-growing regions are expecting small harvests.