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Mar. 1, 2023

Starbucks Could Become a Global Ambassador for EVOO, Experts Say

A new generation of consumers might discover extra virgin olive oil through Starbucks' new line of olive oil-infused coffee drinks.

Feb. 22, 2023

Starbucks Introduces Olive Oil-Infused Coffee in Italy

A new line of cold coffee beverages is made with Sicilian extra virgin olive oil.

Feb. 20, 2023

Recent Rain and Snow Not Enough to Break Italy’s Drought

Scientists say more needs to be done to adapt, from wastewater recycling to planting less water-intensive crops.

Jan. 11, 2023

Italy Launches 'Land Generation' Initiative to Foster Generational Change in Farming

The new Ismea program will provide loans for farmland acquisition and new farming companies. To induce a generational change in Italian farming, only farmers under 41 are eligible for the program.

Jan. 3, 2023

An Olive Leaves-Based Diet Might Improve Sheep's Cheese

New research reveals that adding olive leaves to a ewe's diet results in healthier cheese.

Jan. 3, 2023

Tuscany Olive Harvest Rebounds with Better-Than-Expected Results

Drought conditions kept away pests, autumn rainfall helped plants and now growers in the central Italian region celebrate a better-than-expected olive oil yield.

Dec. 27, 2022

In Italy, EVOO Prices and the Popularity of Large Food Retailers on the Rise

The latest data from Ismea shows how Italian families in the third quarter are coping with rising inflation by spending more on EVOO and visiting large food retailers.

Dec. 16, 2022

From Milan to Puglia, EVOO Lies at The Heart of Christmas Cooking in Italy

While every region in Italy celebrates the Christmas period differently, all rely on local extra virgin olive oils to enhance their meals.

Dec. 12, 2022

In Brescia, Neglected City Olives Get Harvested

A group of citizens came together to harvest olives from trees throughout the city of Brescia and make olive oil.

Dec. 12, 2022

Europe Approves Italy’s Plan for Implementing the Common Agricultural Policy

The €37 billion will be used to promote sustainability and traditional food products, support small farms and encourage young people into agriculture over five years.

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Dec. 9, 2022

In Italy, Industry Experts Forecast Lower Yield, Higher Quality

Italian olive oil production for the 2022/23 crop year is expected to fall by 37 percent, to 208,000 tons. However, quality is set to increase.

Dec. 9, 2022

Authorities in Puglia Identify New Outbreak of Xylella Fastidiosa

Nearly 120 olive trees were found to be infected with the bacteria. Authorities also found Xylella fastidiosa in a previously-unknown host plant.

Dec. 9, 2022

Greece to Overtake Italy as Europe’s Second-Largest Olive Oil Producer

Poor harvests in Western Europe contrast bumper crops in Greece and the Balkan Peninsula.

Dec. 5, 2022

Growers in Xylella-Ravaged Puglia Assess a Delicate Harvest

Farmers who have followed the phytosanitary protocol are harvesting olives from trees where the infection has been brought under control.

Dec. 1, 2022

Italy Plans to Fund Mobile App to Counter Nutri-Score

The app is part of a €100 million effort to promote traditional Italian food products in 2023.

Nov. 30, 2022

Centuries-Old Groves Restored and Harvested at Trajan's Historic Home

Dubbed Trajan’s Olive Oil, the initiative is an efforts to revitalize agricultural production in the historically-industrial area.

Nov. 17, 2022

New Park in Molise Promotes Olive Tree Biodiversity, Social Inclusion

More than 20 regional olive varieties were planted at the Olive Tree Park in Termoli, Molise, which will host natural and cultural activities.

Nov. 15, 2022

Reimagining the Xylella-Devastated Landscape of Southern Puglia

Public and private stakeholders are working together in Salento province to plant new crops and revitalize the previously devastated landscape.

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