olive oil research
Feb. 18, 2025
Safeguarding Unique Olive Farming Traditions on Italy’s Pantelleria Island
Olive farming on the Sicilian island has unique features resulting from a peculiar pruning and training system that encourages horizontal growth.
Feb. 18, 2025
Archaeological Exhibition Explores History of Olive Oil in the Mediterranean
The event, held at the Collège de France, displays archaeological discoveries about the trade and production of olive oil in the Mediterranean.
Feb. 11, 2025
Olive Oil-Based Films May Soon Replace Plastic Food Packaging
Researchers in Turkey have developed biodegradable oleofilms, which can prolong the shelf life of perishable foods by slowing oxidation.
Jan. 28, 2025
Mill Wastewater Extract Yields Promising Health Benefits
A dietary supplement made with hydroxytyrosol extracted from olive mill wastewater inhibited the production of inflammatory compounds and showed antibacterial properties.
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 News Briefs
Olive Polyphenols Show Promise as Aquaculture Feed Ingredient
Dec. 16, 2024 News Briefs
Dec. 10, 2024 World
Dec. 2, 2024 World
IUCN Studies the Tradeoffs Between Intensive and Traditional Olive Groves
Nov. 24, 2024 Trade Events
S. American Olive Oil Sector Celebrates Successes and Examines Challenges
Nov. 13, 2024
Early Intervention with EVOO Shows Promise in Reducing Down Syndrome Symptoms
New research in mice suggests that extra virgin olive oil consumption could mitigate neurodegenerative effects caused by Downs syndrome.
Nov. 12, 2024
Olive Leaf Moth Threatens Brazilian Crops: Researchers Seek Solutions
Brazilian researchers have discovered a dual solution to combat the olive leaf moth: a new eco-friendly insecticide and the strategic use of local wasp species as natural predators.
Oct. 31, 2024
Study Suggests Stink Bug Caused Mysterious Fruit Drop in Italy
The brown marmorated stink bug has been identified in Italian and Greek olive groves. Increasing evidence now links its presence to an early fruit drop in northern Italy.
Oct. 18, 2024
Small Study Suggests Anti-Aging Potential of Polyphenols on Skin
Oleocanthal and oleacein significantly reduced wrinkle count in both men and women.
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.
Jun. 5, 2024
Discovery of New Olive Varieties in Italy Spurs App Development
An Italian National Research Center analysis identified two previously unknown cultivars in Frosinone.
May. 28, 2024
Researchers Transform Olive Grove Waste Into Bioplastic
Turning olive tree leaves and branches into biopolymers would provide environmental, economic and social benefits to olive farmers.
May. 23, 2024
Olives with Higher Phenol Content More Resistant to Anthracnose
Researchers found that olive varieties that maintained high concentrations of certain phenolic compounds during ripening were less likely to develop anthracnose.
May. 16, 2024
Daily Olive Oil Consumption Linked to Lower Dementia Death Risk, Study Finds
Harvard researchers found that daily consumption of at least seven grams of olive oil was associated with a 28 percent lower risk of dementia-related death.
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.