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Jun. 1, 2021
The Farmer Behind the Dramatic Rise of Dalmatian Olive Oils on the World Stage
Tomislav Duvnjak organized local producers to help them enter the NYIOOC. The result was a record haul for the coastal Croatian region.
May. 28, 2021
Boundary Bend Plants Californiaās Second Largest Medium-Density Grove
Officials from the company said the medium-density groves provide them with the flexibility to select the best olive variety for each growing condition.
May. 26, 2021
Passion and Inspiration Drive Success at Marina Colonnaās Farm
At her farm in Molise, Marina Colonna's search for quality is driven by a strong passion and forward-thinking attitude.
May. 26, 2021 Production
Olive Center to Host Webinar on Modern Table Olive Production
May. 25, 2021 Producer Profiles
At Rastrello, Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil Promotes the Beauty of Umbria
May. 24, 2021 News Briefs
Global Olive Oil Production Will Hit Four-Year High, USDA Estimates
May. 17, 2021 Production
May. 13, 2021 News Briefs
Effort to Stem Spread of Olive Pathogen Using Grafted Trees Fails in Spain
May. 13, 2021
In Puglia, Producers at MimƬ Pursue Excellence Through Innovation and Research
Donato and Michele Conserva produce award-winning extra virgin olive oils from century-old trees using the latest technology at their family mill.
May. 6, 2021
Olive Pests and Disease Will Be Focus of International Conference in October
Academics, scientists, farmers and producers will meet in Lisbon to discuss the latest on detection, control and management techniques.
May. 4, 2021
Producers in Greece Generate Electricity with Olive Mill Wastewater
Producers can save money and be more sustainable by shipping olive mill wastewater to local biogas production plants.
Apr. 29, 2021
Labor Shortages, Recent Floods Create 'Insane Situation' as Australian Harvest Begins
Growers and producers hopeful of a bumper harvest after last yearās āoil droughtā are scrambling to find solutions for dire labor shortages due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Apr. 29, 2021
Olives Among Foods with Lowest Level of Pesticide Residues in Europe, Study Finds
A report by the European Food Safety Agency shows contaminant levels on olives among the lowest of all foods available to consumers.
Apr. 13, 2021
Spring Freeze Devastates Crops in Europe
Unseasonably cold weather damaged blossoming olive trees in France, Greece and Italy. The full extent of the damage will be known in the coming weeks.
Apr. 8, 2021
New Efforts to Promote Rare White Olive Variety in Calabria
Archaeologists are working to preserve the cultural heritage of the Leucocarpa cultivar as producers are starting to grow and transform the ivory-white fruits.
Apr. 8, 2021
At Fontanaro Estate, Quality is Everything
At Fontanaro Estate, Lucia Verdacchi, and Giovanni and Alina Pinelli produce high-quality extra virgin olive oil while promoting sustainability and a circular economy.
Apr. 5, 2021
Puglia Invests in Early Detection of Olive Tree Diseases and Pests
The agritech startup Elaisian has raised $1 million in its latest fundraising round to expand a program that helps farmers identify and manage pest risks.
Apr. 2, 2021
Biodiversity Program Succeeds in Restoring Species to Olive Groves
Olive farms following the Olivares Vivos program recorded a 30-percent increase in flora and fauna. The value of their EVOOs is expected to rise too.
Mar. 31, 2021
USDA Funds More Covid Relief Aid for Farmers
Along with extending additional aid to farmers who did not receive any in the previous round, the package adds funding for many other programs, including organic certification.
Mar. 29, 2021
Volunteers in Italy and Spain to Track Spittlebug Activity
Efforts in Puglia and Andalusia are underway to monitor the spread of the deadly vector of Xyella fastidiosa. Using mobile applications, volunteers will help experts track the insect populations.
Mar. 25, 2021
Italian Olive Sector Must Focus on Quality for Future Success, Report Finds
A lack of cooperation throughout the sector is hurting producersā bottom lines, according to an agricultural institute study.
Mar. 19, 2021
A Focus on Design and Sustainability in Pursuit of Perfect EVOO
In the Umbrian hills, two families are working to preserve the ancient heritage of an endemic cultivar while embracing modernity with a new mill and tourism operation.
Mar. 15, 2021
New Tool Could Stop the Spread of Main Xylella Fastidiosa Vector
Using sound vibrations, researchers may be able to disrupt the mating of spittlebugs in olive groves. Agriculture groups are calling for more research.