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Oct. 30, 2023
New Spray Could Protect Olive Trees from Xylella
Researchers have developed a technology that allows the inactivation of specific plant genes through a single spray application.
Oct. 26, 2023
Research Shows the Role of Polyphenols in Inhibiting Cancer Metastasis
Spanish scientists investigated the role of oleocanthal and oleacein in modulating angiogenesis, which is directly related to the progression of different types of tumors.
Oct. 24, 2023
Olive Grove Bacteria May Hold Key to Combating Xylella
Certain microorganisms provide biological advantages like a secondary immune system, researchers found.
Oct. 23, 2023 Health
Common Olive Pomace Compound Demonstrates Anticancer Potential
Oct. 12, 2023 News Briefs
Researchers Identify Three Olive Varieties Resistant to Pervasive Fungus
Oct. 11, 2023 News Briefs
Researchers Identify Olive Genes Associated with Fruit Weight
Oct. 11, 2023 Production
Sep. 28, 2023 Health
Hydroxytyrosol May Help Prevent Colon Cancer Spread, Research Suggests
Sep. 28, 2023
Precise Irrigation Key to Long-Term Productivity
A drought-resistant crop, olives still need adequate watering. Researchers are optimizing irrigation to improve yield and quality.
Sep. 28, 2023
Regenerative Ag Practices Improve Profitability of Steep-Slope Olive Farms
After finding that soil health improved in abandoned steep-slope olive groves, researchers determined organic and regenerative farming could yield similar results.
Sep. 26, 2023
How Monovarietal Olive Oils Promote Ecological Farming, Safeguard Landscapes
Producing monovarietal extra virgin olive oil promotes endemic varieties, which require fewer phytosanitary interventions, preserve landscapes and promote biodiversity.
Sep. 19, 2023
Training Young Farmers on Climate-Smart Practices in California
The Center for Land-Based Learning trains young farmers on olive growing and soil health.
Sep. 15, 2023
Using Effective Microbes to Boost Organic Olive Yields in New Zealand
Ross Vintiner, award-winning biodynamic olive farmer in New Zealand, believes that microbes are the future of farming.
Sep. 13, 2023
Researchers Use AI to Identify the Olive Oil Compounds that Affect Alzheimer’s
Using a machine learning algorithm, researchers identified ten compounds in extra virgin olive oil that act like pharmaceutical treatments for dementia.
Sep. 6, 2023
Israeli Firm Prepares to Launch Countertop Olive Oil Appliance
The countertop appliance that transforms olives into olive oil in less than an hour could be available in 2024.
Sep. 6, 2023
Europe’s Evolving Fight Against Xylella Fastidiosa
Early detection across the European Union remains at the forefront of the struggle against the bacterium as officials are hopeful about new research, methods and tools.
Aug. 31, 2023
Higher Consumption of Polyphenols Linked to Lower Risk of Contracting Covid-19
Healthy adults who consumed phenols and plant sterols, some of which are present in olive oil, were less likely to contract Covid-19.
Aug. 18, 2023
Biophenols in EVOO Linked to Improved Outcomes in Obesity and Prediabetes
Research finds that consuming extra virgin olive oil rich in oleocanthal and oleacein also induces weight loss, a decrease in body mass index and basal glycemia.
Aug. 10, 2023
Researchers Work to Reverse Genetic Erosion, Breed Resilient Olive Varieties
Understanding the genetic diversity of olive varieties will help farmers select the best cultivars for their climate and phytosanitary environment.
Jul. 26, 2023
Mediterranean Diet Associated with Successful Aging, Study Finds
Researchers found that Greeks who followed the Mediterranean diet were healthier and more active as they aged than those who followed the diet less closely.
Jul. 25, 2023
Patients Respond to Nutrition Guidance Via Telehealth, Study Shows
Intervention through telehealth can positively complement face-to-face care in sustaining dietary and lifestyle changes.
Jul. 19, 2023
Researchers in California Test New Solutions for Olive Fruit Fly
Researchers at the University of California are testing a range of insecticide products for efficacy in controlling olive fruit flies.
Jul. 18, 2023
Research Explores Olive Oil Co-Extraction with Olive Leaves, Herbs and Spices
A research review examined how milling olives with olive leaves, herbs and spices could increase the polyphenol content of the resulting oil.