Jun. 27, 2022
Riccardo Cassetta Elected as Assitol President
The Italian Association of the Edible Oil Industry also elected several vice-presidents and new board members.
Jun. 27, 2022
Olive Oil Production Revived in The Former Papal States
In Latina and Frisone, just south of Rome, producers are working to increase yields and quality while promoting oleotourism and their historic connection to the Vatican.
Jun. 22, 2022
Northern Italy's Drought Continues to Worsen
Farmers’ associations estimate that crop yields will be significantly impacted as local authorities put limits on the amount of water available for irrigation.
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Italian Producers Again the Most Awarded in World Competition
Jun. 17, 2022 Business
Italy Investing €3B to Convert a Quarter of Farm Land to Organic by 2027
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Jun. 15, 2022 Business
Italian and Croatian Olive Growers Test New Carbon Credit Project
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Tuscan Producers Triumph at NYIOOC, Overcoming Late Frosts and Summer Heat
May. 24, 2022
Anna Cane Re-Elected as President of Assitol’s Olive Oil Group
Cane said she would dedicate her third term as president to olive oil research and better educating the public about extra virgin olive oil.
May. 23, 2022
A New Era of Olive Farming Dawns in Molise
Authorities, producer associations and farmers are working together in the southern Italian region to restore abandoned groves and attract young farmers.
May. 23, 2022
Entries Open for 6th Ranieri Filo Della Torre Literary Prize
The fifth Ranieri Filo della Torre literary prize ended with high participation and demonstrated the growing interest in olive oil culture.
May. 20, 2022
Amid Growing Inflation, Italians Prioritize High-Quality Food Purchases
Italians intend to cope with the rising inflation by cutting other expenditures instead.
May. 20, 2022
Worsening Drought Conditions Predicted in Southern and Central Europe
Water stress has already reduced expected winter crop yields in Italy and Spain. Exceptionally dry conditions are expected to continue for the next few months.
May. 12, 2022
Court Halts Removal of Xylella-Infected Millenary Trees in Puglia
Local agricultural associations protested a local court's decision and said it would result in further damage to the region’s olive trees.
May. 9, 2022
Tourism Awards in Italy Promote Industry Innovators
The second edition of a national oleotouristic competition recognized the contribution of farmhouses, museums, producers and chefs to Italian olive oil culture.
May. 9, 2022
Italian Police Seize €170,000 of Mislabeled Olive Oil
Italian authorities said they prevented 2.3 million liters of virgin and refined olive oils labeled as extra virgin from entering the market.
May. 5, 2022
Italian EVOO Reaches the International Space Station
Astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti brought four Italian monovarietals to the ISS, which will be used for a series of experiments and food preparation.
May. 4, 2022
New Law in Sicily Protects and Promotes the Mediterranean Diet
The purpose of the new law is to promote local food production, MedDiet education, wine and oleotourism, public health and environmental protection strategies.
May. 3, 2022
Italy to Invest €3 Billion in Olive Oil Sector in Bid to Boost Production and Quality
The funds will come from a combination of national and European schemes to help improve infrastructure, technology and knowledge.
Apr. 28, 2022
Authorities in Italy Envision a Post-Xylella Puglia
Italian authorities have earmarked €50 million to help private businesses plant new crops in destroyed olive groves and improve overall biodiversity in the region.
Apr. 25, 2022
Olive Oil Production Continues at Historic Home of Emperor Hadrian
The annual production of centuries and millennia-old olive trees promotes Villa Adriana’s historical and cultural importance to Italy’s capital region.
Apr. 5, 2022
Italian Farmhouses Experiencing Post-Pandemic Boom, Report Finds
The latest report from Ismea showed that farmhouse stays are rising compared to other forms of hospitality, with a growing concentration on experience-based stays.
Apr. 5, 2022
Italy Earmarks €100 Million to Upgrade Its Olive Mills
The funds will be used to improve quality and energy efficiency by upgrading milling equipment. Money will also be provided for renewable energy projects.