olive oil research

Dec. 30, 2024

Decoding the Olive Fly's Symbiotic Secret

The Candidatus Erwinia dacicola bacteria allows olive fruit fly larvae to feed on green olives by overcoming their natural defenses.

Dec. 30, 2024

Spain Tackles the Salty Truth About Table Olives

High sodium levels in table olives concern public health officials, but the pollution from the production process is even greater.

Dec. 19, 2024

Olive Polyphenols Show Promise as Aquaculture Feed Ingredient

A new study demonstrates the benefits of polyphenols derived from olive industry waste in aquacultural feeds.

Dec. 16, 2024

Researchers Investigate Olive Powder as Food Ingredient

Freeze-drying may hold the answer to recovering value from the discarded fruit in table olive production.

Dec. 10, 2024

Regenerating Soil Helps Tackle Water Crisis, Experts Say

Specialists suggest agronomic plans to improve organic fertility, limit erosion and save water.

Dec. 2, 2024

IUCN Studies the Tradeoffs Between Intensive and Traditional Olive Groves

The organization found that traditional groves are better for biodiversity but less profitable. Intensive groves are more cost-efficient but create massive monocultures.

Oct. 13, 2024

Mediterranean Diet Adherence Linked to Lower Risk of Atrial Fibrillation

A recent study has described the Mediterranean diet as a robust preventative strategy against the development of atrial fibrillation, potentially due to its polyphenols.

Oct. 13, 2024

Low-Cost Olive Pest Control Solution in Development

Researchers in Spain are developing an artificial intelligence tool to help farmers sustainably and affordably monitor for pests and take action against infestations.

Oct. 7, 2024

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Extract Exceeds Ibuprofen's Anti-Inflammatory Properties

A new method to sustainably draw oleocanthal and oleacein from extra virgin olive oil obtains an extract with powerful antioxidant properties.

Sep. 18, 2024

Project Turns Olive Waste Into Supercapacitors

A research project in Spain has concluded after developing an effective process to repurpose olive waste for several industrial applications.

Sep. 16, 2024

University of California Releases Manual on Growing Olives for Oil Production

The Olive Production Manual for Oil covers olive farming, from positioning orchards to milling, with chapters written by experts in each field.

Sep. 12, 2024

Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Aids Diabetes Patients in Achieving Remission

A review found that a low-carbohydrate Mediterranean diet was more effective in helping type 2 diabetes patients achieve remission compared to a low-fat or traditional Mediterranean diet.

Aug. 20, 2024

Leveraging AI to Enhance Olive Oil Quality, Efficiency and Trust

AI has been improving olive farming for a decade, enhancing efficiency, decision-making, traceability, and sustainability. Recent advancements include predictive pricing, pest control, and personalized marketing.

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May. 13, 2024

Study Sheds Light on Lowering Harvest Costs for Table Olive Producers

A combined canopy and trunk shaking method to harvest table olives increases efficiency by 75 percent and improves fruit quality.

May. 7, 2024

Mediterranean Diet and Exercise Associated with Better Gut Health in Older Adults

The study demonstrated these improvements to gut health yielded significant cardiovascular health benefits in older Mediterranean adults.

May. 1, 2024

Researchers Investigate Links Between MedDiet Adherence and Oral Health

The Mediterranean diet's antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects and its role in maintaining beneficial microorganisms are linked with positive oral health outcomes.

Apr. 30, 2024

Scientific Review Links Med Diet Adherence With Improved Urological Health

Researchers reviewed almost 1,000 studies to determine the associations between following the Mediterranean diet and improved urological and sexual health outcomes.

Apr. 24, 2024

Nutri-Score Changed Food Formulas in France, Researchers Find

Food producers are changing ingredients to improve Nutri-Score ratings.

Apr. 23, 2024

Study Reveals Therapeutic Properties of EVOO Polyphenols on Childhood Cancer

Researchers examined oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol for their potential in treating neuroblastoma, a formidable childhood cancer.

Apr. 22, 2024

How Oleuropein Influences Extra Virgin Olive Oil Taste and Health Benefits

Along with oleocanthal and hydroxytyrosol, oleuropein is one of the main polyphenols found in extra virgin olive oil that determines its sensory characteristics and health benefits.

Apr. 22, 2024

Olive Milling Byproducts May Improve Animal Feed

Diets including olive tree leaves and olive oil pomace did not negatively impact the health of sheep or their milk quality while decreasing methane emissions.

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