May. 23, 2022
Global Olive Oil Production Expected to Slip to 2.9M Tons
The U.S. Department of Agriculture expects olive oil consumption, exports, imports and ensign stocks to decrease as well.
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. 4, 2022
Olive Oil Market Stable in E.U. Short-Term Outlook
Despite the war in Ukraine, olive oil prices are expected to remain steady. E.U.production and consumption will rise. Exports will fall.
May. 3, 2022 Business
Campaign in Crete Urges Hospitality Establishments to Choose Local Olive Oils
Apr. 6, 2022 News Briefs
As Most Consumers Find Ways to Cut Costs, Olive Oil Consumption Trends Higher
Mar. 23, 2022 News Briefs
Global Olive Oil Consumption Continues to Outpace Production
Mar. 16, 2022 Health
Mar. 2, 2022 Production
Feb. 17, 2022
Olive Council Announces Australian Campaign
The IOC said a three-year campaign tp promote olive oil in Australia will target consumers, producers and policymakers.
Jan. 19, 2022
Olive Council: Production Expected to Rebound in 2021/22 Crop Year
Olive oil production decreased by nearly eight percent in 2020/21 along with consumption. Both are expected to rebound during the current crop year.
Dec. 17, 2021
Greeks Are Consuming Less Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Greeks are among the top per capita consumers of olive oil in the world but have cut back on the highest grade.
Dec. 16, 2021
European Commission Predicts an Upward Trend in Production After This Year's Setback
Production and exports are expected to surge in Spain and Portugal. Italy will see modest production gains and fewer imports. Production in Greece is projected to fall.
Dec. 15, 2021
Olive Oil Exports to Exceed 1M Tons by 2030, E.U. Forecasts
Despite positive trade news, climate change and declining consumption present challenges for the sector in the coming decade.
Oct. 20, 2021
European Olive Oil Exports Expected to Recover as Costs Rise
The latest short-term projections show limited growth in exports and steady production. While olive oil prices rose last year, so did production costs.
Oct. 19, 2021
Olive Oil Production in Spain Expected to Fall, Officials Say
Spain is expected to produce about 1.3 million tons of olive oil in the 2021/22 crop year. Poor weather conditions in Andalusia are largely to blame.
Oct. 6, 2021
Study: Nutri-Score Label System Does Not Discourage Olive Oil Consumption
Researchers found that the Nutri-Score label allowed consumers to correctly identify olive oil as the healthiest option among eight vegetable oils.
Oct. 1, 2021
Italian Olive Oil Exports Doubled in Last 20 Years
Italian farmers’ association Coldiretti said an increasing appetite for the Mediterranean diet was fueling exports, but warned a new labeling program could lead to setbacks.
Sep. 17, 2021
Filtered or Unfiltered Olive Oil? A Choice for Consumers
While most consumers opt for filtered olive oil, there are some who still prefer the cloudy look. Which is better?
Aug. 12, 2021
People Here Use More Olive Oil than Anywhere Else in The World
Sammarinese consume an average of 22 kilograms of olive oil each year, or about a liter every two weeks.
Aug. 6, 2021
Positive Signs for Olive Oil Sector in E.U. Report
The European Commission expects olive oil exports to hit a record high in 2021. Growing demand, decreasing imports and a steady supply suggest prices will rise too.
Jul. 19, 2021
Olive Oil Consumption Holds Steady as Production Slips, Latest Data Shows
International Olive Council figures revealed a dip in global production, imports and exports, while consumption held.
May. 24, 2021
Global Olive Oil Production Will Hit Four-Year High, USDA Estimates
Increasing production paired with rising vegetable oil prices is also expected to yield record exports and olive oil consumption levels.
May. 11, 2021
Olive Oil Sales Continue to Surge in Spain
The latest figures confirm a growing trend in domestic and international markets.