Mar. 9, 2016
Drop in Olive Oil Consumption in Europe Blamed on Harvest Woes, Higher Prices
In the latest report by the International Olive Council, recent poor harvests in Italy and Spain, have led to a drop in olive oil consumption.
Feb. 29, 2016
Olive Council Announces 'Mario Solinas' Winners
The International Olive Council (IOC) announced today the winners of its annual Mario Solinas Quality Award.
Feb. 24, 2016
New Director Looks to Shore Up Olive Council
A little more than a month after taking his office, the IOC executive director, Abdellatif Ghedira, shared his thoughts about key issues in the olive oil sector.
Jan. 27, 2016 Production
'New World' Producers Set to Announce Trade Group to Rival International Olive Council
Jan. 14, 2016 Business
Dec. 8, 2015 Business
Dec. 2, 2015 World
Oct. 14, 2015 Europe
U.N. Reasserts Role of International Olive Council with New Agreement
Sep. 9, 2015
This Year's Harvest Not as Bad as the Last One, Council Wagers
The IOC pegged production for the 2015/2016 harvest at “more than 2.5 million tons,” or, in other words, it won’t be the worst harvest in 15 years.
Jul. 2, 2015
Olive Council Looks for a New Leader
The International Olive Council (IOC) has begun a search for a new executive director to replace Jean-Louis Barjol, whose term ends in December.
Jun. 24, 2015
Olive Council Members Draft New Agreement
Discussions on the draft took place before the IOC’s 24th extraordinary session in Madrid last week.
Jun. 10, 2015
'Believe in Olive Oil' Campaign to Launch in Japan
The IOC campaign aims to promote olive oil and its health benefits while introducing new flavors for use in traditional Japanese cuisine.
May. 18, 2015
In Latest Bid for Relevance, Council Seeks to Standardize Competitions
Facing waning interest in its own olive oil competition, the International Olive Council will offer to endorse rival events that abide by its rules.
Apr. 30, 2015
Olive Oil Authenticity Testing Underway in UK
The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) selected Campden BRI to test and analyze all types of olive oils imported into the UK.
Mar. 9, 2015
Olive Oil Consumption in Italy Slides to 25-Year Low
Italy and Spain are neck and neck for the top spot in total olive oil consumption, according to a report today by the International Olive Council.
Feb. 13, 2015
Olive Council Members Meet in 23rd Session
The International Olive Council (IOC) held the 23rd session of its Council of Members in Madrid.
Feb. 10, 2015
Spain Dominates Booming American Market for Bulk Olive Oil
Bulk olive oil imports are replacing prepackaged shipments, according to figures released today by the International Olive Council (IOC).
Feb. 10, 2015
Olive Council Says Proposed Changes to Codex Standard Hinder Fraud Detection
The International Olive Council produced three papers in preparation for the 24th session of the Codex Committee on Fats and Oils.
Jan. 22, 2015
A Defining Moment for Iranian Olive Oil
New coming opportunities to increase olive and olive oil production and popularity in Iran.
Jan. 16, 2015
Last Year's Huge Spanish Crop Led to Higher U.S. Imports in Latest Tally
Imports to the U.S. rose last season due to the strong output by Spain, which challenged Italy as America's leading olive oil supplier.
Jan. 12, 2015
Proposed Rules Would Align Morocco with International Standards
The Moroccan government has proposed rules which will define and regulate the quality of olive oil.
Dec. 16, 2014
Calculating the Cost to Make 1 kg Olive Oil
The International Olive Council announced preliminary results of an international study to analyze the cost of producing one kilogram of olive oil.
Dec. 8, 2014
Olive Oil Prices Soar, Consumption Slides in Latest Report
The International Olive Council (IOC) reported an expected 38 percent drop in olive oil production and sharply higher prices for extra virgin olive oil.