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Oct. 17, 2019
As Harvest Begins, Croatian Producers Anticipate High Quality, If Not Quantity
While production figures are expected to decrease for the fourth consecutive year, quality is anticipated to be as high as ever.
Oct. 16, 2019
Europe Releases List of Priority Plant Pests
The E.C. has released its priority plant pests list ahead of the Plant Health Law that comes into effect on December 14.
Oct. 15, 2019
European Commission Will Allow Self-Storage
The announcement comes as low prices continue to cause hardship for olive growers and oil producers.
Oct. 9, 2019 News Briefs
Andalusia Temporarily Bans Machine-Assisted Harvesting at Night
Oct. 9, 2019 Production
Better Harvests Predicted in Greece, Italy, Portugal, Tunisia
Oct. 7, 2019 Production
Oct. 1, 2019 Production
Sep. 23, 2019 News Briefs
Italy's New Agriculture Minister Pledges to Stem Spread of Xylella
Sep. 16, 2019
Olive Oils From Sardinia Find a Modern Audience
Sardinian olive oil has long been a staple of Italian cuisine and culinary prowess. The combination of international awards and oleoturism is putting the Mediterranean island in the spotlight.
Sep. 12, 2019
Six Years With No Cure: The Continuing Consequences of Xylella
While the body of research on Xylella fastidiosa has expanded significantly since its discovery, so has the complexity of the disease. With no cure in sight, farmers must learn to adapt.
Sep. 10, 2019
The Give and Take of French Cultivars
Local olive varieties in France are known for their sensory qualities, if not for their yields.
Sep. 9, 2019
Greeks Optimistic About Upcoming Harvest
Most producers are expecting a good harvest amid more favorable growing conditions than last year.
Sep. 5, 2019
Making 'Magic' at Domaine de La Vallongue
Near Saint RƩmy-de-Provence, Domaine de La Vallongue grows five varieties typical in the VallƩe des Baux to craft its award-winning blend.
Sep. 4, 2019
Extreme Weather Near Madrid Decimates Olive Harvest
A combination of rain, wind and hail has severely damaged 90 percent of olive trees just outside of Madrid. Small farmers have been hit the hardest.
Aug. 27, 2019
Rediscovering Ancient Varieties to Meet Today's Challenges
Recovered ancient olive cultivars seem to provide a good answer to today's challenges such as those posed by climate change, extreme temperatures and pests.
Aug. 19, 2019
Xylella Fastidiosa Could Be Contained With Better Monitoring
New data from the Sbarro Health Research Organization suggest that even 100 percent compliance to the present uprooting containment strategy would only partially stop the spread of Xyella fastidiosa in Italy.
Aug. 19, 2019
Olive Oil Production Expected to Decrease Significantly in Spain
Estimates from a coalition of olive oil producing cooperatives estimate that this year's harvest may be the lowest since the 2014/15 season.
Aug. 15, 2019
Using Resins to Debitter Olives May Be Eco-Friendly Alternative
Amberlite resins present a possible environmentally-friendly solution to removing bitterness from olives, reducing wastewater and chemicals used in commercially-employed methods.
Jul. 23, 2019
Experts Offer Tips on Preparing for the Warm Season in Organic Olive Groves
The warm season corresponds to crucial phases for olive trees. Two experts provided their suggestions for the successful management of the organic olive grove in these conditions.
Jul. 23, 2019
Donations Help Fund Research and Award-Winning Production at UC Davis
Recent donations have allowed the leading U.S. olive oil research center to invest in new equipment, expand their olive groves and improve production.
Jul. 16, 2019
Use of Dimethoate to be Banned in EU
The European Commission will not renew an earlier approval of the active substance dimethoate.
Jul. 15, 2019
Quality and Tradition at ValpaƧos
The Cooperativa de Olivicultores de Valpacos, one of the most renowned Portuguese producers, has over 2,200 associates from the town of ValpaƧos and neighboring Mirandela.
Jul. 11, 2019
Sonar Seen As a New Method for Detecting Fraudulent Olive Oil
Sonar isn't just for finding submarines or mapping the ocean floor, it can now tell us about the purity of our olive oil.