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Jan. 15, 2020
Hephaestion Was a Friend of Alexander's, but Not Cretan Producers'
Adverse weather conditions in Crete caused further damage to olive oil growers and producers.
Jan. 10, 2020
New Year, Same Problems for Greek Olive Oil Producers
Olive oil production varied from area to area, but uniformity of low prices was a constant across all of Greece.
Oct. 28, 2019
Despite Tariff Exemption, Greek Producers Struggle to Export Their Oil
With U.S. tariffs on some Spanish olive oil imports coming into force, Greek producers should have an advantage over Spain. However, the nation has not been able to profit from exporting its olive oil reserves.
Oct. 23, 2019 Business
Exemption from U.S. Tariffs Creates Opportunity for Greek Exporters
Oct. 9, 2019 Production
Better Harvests Predicted in Greece, Italy, Portugal, Tunisia
Sep. 9, 2019 Production
Aug. 19, 2019 World
Jun. 12, 2019 World
May. 29, 2019
No Consensus on This Year’s Production in Greece
Estimates of this year’s olive oil production by key stakeholders offer contrasting pictures of the quantities of extra virgin olive oil that may be available on the Greek market for this season.
May. 29, 2019
14 Greek Olive Varieties to Be State Certified
Greek Nurseries are watching developments that could satisfy their long-standing demand for certified propagating material.
May. 16, 2019
Greeks Discuss Effort and Dedication Behind NYIOOC Triumphs
In spite of poor weather and trouble with pests, Greek producers took home a total of 35 awards at the 2019 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.
Apr. 17, 2019
Olive Oil Drives Growth of Greek Agri-food Sector
Olive oil was the largest Greek agri-food export last year and the fourth-largest export overall, according to a new report. Its success has renewed the call from farmers for government backing.
Apr. 3, 2019
Organic Olive Cultivation Increasing Worldwide
The organic land area used for olive cultivation across the world has almost tripled since 2004.
Mar. 27, 2019
Olive Oil Production Data in Europe Reveal Divergent Trends
Production in Italy and Greece is down sharply. In Spain and Portugal, it's dramatically higher.
Mar. 7, 2019
Greek Table Olive Exports Slowing Down
Low output, setbacks in quality and higher prices are leading foreign buyers to look elsewhere.
Mar. 6, 2019
After Tough Harvest, Producers in Crete Ask for Compensation
The small quantity of olive oil that was produced in Crete remains idle since there is no demand from buyers abroad. Producers are demanding compensation.
Feb. 25, 2019
Mapping the Polyphenols of Greek EVOOs for Healthy Aging
Extra virgin olive oils from Crete were found to contain the highest polyphenols load. Two-phase processing was also found to better preserves phenols in olive oil.
Feb. 4, 2019
Greek Producers Report Poor Harvest for Quantity, Quality
After a bad harvest, olive farmers and oil producers may not be able to receive compensation. However, small producers have a chance to shine in a depleted field of competitors.
Jan. 31, 2019
The Rise of Organic Olive Oil in Greece
Small-scale Greek producers are taking a gamble that the risk of investing in organic olive oil production will pay off. Some say Greece has the ideal conditions in which to do so.
Jan. 29, 2019
Olive Farming Around the 'Navel of the World'
After years of decline and neglect, olive farming and oil production are making a comeback in the historic Greek region.
Dec. 18, 2018
Black Markets Cited as Major Problem for Greek Table Olives
Executives are highly concerned about what they see as a key challenge to the manufacturing sector of table olives.
Dec. 3, 2018
Greeks Moving Away from Med Diet, Survey Finds
The eating habits in Greece have been sharply influenced by the financial crisis and global nutritional trends.
Nov. 27, 2018
Lower Volumes Forecast As Harvest in Greece Hits Its Stride
A reduction in quality and quantity is expected In the majority of olive oil making territories compared to last year