Sep. 9, 2019
Plans Stall for Buenos Aires 'Quality Stamp'
Researchers found that a regional mark to identify local olive oils would add value, but a lack of cooperation among producers has led to inaction.
Aug. 9, 2019
Producers and Exporters Eagerly Await Ratification of EU-Mercosur Deal
The trade deal will eliminate tariffs on both Mercosur and E.U. exports and creates the world's largest bloc of olive oil consumers and producers.
Jul. 9, 2019
Olive Oil Producers in Argentina Hope to Follow Malbec's Lead
Improving quality is the best way to improve Argentina's international standing, said small and large-scale producers in a documentary video produced by Olive Oil Times that debuted today.
May. 29, 2019 Business
Argentina Is Building Latin America's Largest Olive Oil Plant
May. 20, 2019 World
Jan. 23, 2019 World
Jul. 18, 2018 Production
In Western Argentina, Rising Energy Costs Worry Some Olive Growers
Jul. 5, 2018 Business
Production, Exports and Quality Main Issues for South American Producers
Jun. 21, 2018
Inside the Final Day of the 107th IOC Council of Members Session
Diplomatic and trade tensions loomed large over what was otherwise an uneventful conclusion to the 107th session of the Council of Members meeting of the International Olive Council (IOC), which concluded today in Buenos Aires. Representatives of each member nation took turns reading out the findings of each of the four committees, which were closed
May. 29, 2018
Optimism Abounds in Argentina Olive Sector
Olive oil production is expected to grow by as much as 20 percent by 2019.
May. 16, 2018
S. American Producers Celebrate NYIOOC Wins
Producers from four countries touted the success as proof of the high quality of South American extra virgin olive oil.
Jan. 30, 2018
Poor Olive Harvests in Europe Lead to Boom in Exports From Mendoza
Olive oil sales in Mendoza doubled this year, mostly to Brazil, Canada, Chile, the United States, Mexico and Spain.
Nov. 21, 2017
Bi-Oceanic Corridor Would Boost Argentina's Exports
The Minister for Planning and Industry in La Rioja said that the provincial government had already been in talks with seven other provinces in both Argentina and Chile about making headway on the project.
Nov. 10, 2017
Heavy Rains Don't Dampen Enthusiasm of Argentina's Olive Oil Exporters
Recent floods have mostly spared Argentina's olive plantations as producers and exporters remain upbeat about the sector's potential.
Nov. 1, 2017
California Olive Ranch Looks Abroad
CEO Gregg Kelley called an alliance with producers in Argentina “an opportunity to bring a diverse portfolio to our customers while growing our network of farms and grower partners.”
Aug. 16, 2017
California Olive Ranch Joins with S. American Producers in New 'Americas Blend'
The leading American olive oil producer is sourcing oils from South America in its continuing pursuit of market share.
Jun. 16, 2017
Argentina's 'La Reconquista' Conquers New York
Cherished for its well-balanced, harmonious flavor, the olive oil from Argentina's Olivares La Reconquista earned the coveted Best in Class Award at this year's NYIOOC.
May. 8, 2017
Argentine Oils: From 'Plan B' Crop to Award Winners
In wine-soaked Argentina, EVOO is beginning to make its mark.
Sep. 8, 2014
Morocco, Argentina Seek to Increase Olive Production
Plans are underway in both Morocco and Argentina to increase the output of olives and olive oil.
Jun. 24, 2014
Argentine Olive Oil Producers Face Poor Harvest, Low Prices
Poor harvest and an international market flooded with Spanish product, have forced a number of olive oil producers in Argentina to close shop.
Apr. 21, 2014
13 Olive Oils From Latin America Awarded at NYIOOC
Uruguay led the region with four awards, followed by Mexico and Peru with three wins each. Chile won two awards, and Argentina took one.
Oct. 30, 2013
Argentina’s Olive Oil Industry In Crisis
Argentina's olive oil industry is struggling to compete on the world stage and lacks the internal market to absorb the resulting surplus.
Feb. 7, 2013
Argentina Olive Oil Sector Seeks to Rebuild
After a very rocky year plagued by climate factors, high costs and falling prices, Argentina's olive oil sector approaches 2013 with caution.