Feb. 6, 2023
Small Farms in Spain Exempted from Ban on Burning Agricultural Waste
Spanish government officials announced exceptions to the burning bans found in national regulations and the E.U.’s Common Agricultural Policy.
Feb. 5, 2023
Spain's 2022 Olive Oil Sales only Slightly Lower than Expected
Olive oil sales in Spain hold relatively steady despite the many problems and price increases throughout 2022.
Feb. 4, 2023
Intensive Agriculture Blamed for Bird Population Decline in Spain
Recent figures show an alarming decline in the populations of important bird species in Spain as intensive agriculture transforms the country's landscape.
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Spain's Olive Oil VAT Reduction Might Not Be Sufficient to Halt Price Rises
Jan. 5, 2023
In Jaén, New Agreement Raises Salary for Olive Workers
Olive companies and unions sign a new agreement, which provides a 3.25 percent salary raise for the 2022/2023 season and additional increases over the next four years.
Jan. 5, 2023
Olive oil prices at origin are mounting in Spain. Extra virgin olive oils, in particular, are showing record-breaking week-by-week increases.
Dec. 14, 2022
In Spain, Household Olive Oil Sales Fall While Overall Consumption Rises
Feeling the pinch of inflation, households cut back on their olive oil purchases. However, the end of pandemic-era restrictions saw a rise in demand from hospitality.
Dec. 14, 2022
EVOO Shines in Michelin Star Chef’s Traditional Christmas Eve Dinner
Periko Ortega worked at two Michelin-star restaurants before opening his own, ReComiendo.
Dec. 13, 2022
In Jaén, Olive Oil Production Collapse Worse Than Expected
New surveys indicate that overall yield in the Jaén region could fall below the lowest reported tonnage in a century.
Dec. 5, 2022
Farmers in Córdoba Fear Lasting Effects of Prolonged Drought
The lack of rainfall and scarce water resources mean trees may not receive enough water this winter to produce fruit and oil in 2023.
Dec. 1, 2022
Olive Pits Fuel Flights from Seville
Biofuel from olive pits and other organic waste cut carbon dioxide emissions of more than 200 flights by 200 tons.
Nov. 28, 2022
Spanish Company Awarded for 'Olive Beer'
Adding Empeltre olive extract during fermentation endows OliBa with the flavors, aromas and colors of the endemic Spanish variety, the company said.
Nov. 17, 2022
Spain's Minister of Agriculture Calls on Olive Oil Sector to Keep Prices Affordable
Luis Planas said that there should be enough olive oil to meet domestic and international demand but warned the whole sector needs to work together.
Nov. 17, 2022
Drought, Heat Cut Almería Olive Harvest by Half
The local agricultural association said not every part of the province was impacted the same, with harvest decreases ranging from 30 to 70 percent.
Nov. 14, 2022
Researchers Study How Lack of Chill Hours Impacts Olive Development, Oil Quality
The lack of chill hours has resulted in longer flowering periods, more oil accumulation and distinct oil chemistry in olives grown in the subtropical climate of Tenerife.
Nov. 9, 2022
Olive Growers in Extremadura Ask for Expansion of Wage Subsidies
The combination of rising production costs and expectations of the worst olive harvest in recorded history has led growers to ask Madrid for financial aid.
Nov. 9, 2022
Authorities Fear Europe’s Drought Will Stretch Through Winter
The president of an Italian irrigation association criticized the “silence” of the European Commisison on the matter and called for a continental plan.
Nov. 2, 2022
Spain Lowers Barriers for Agricultural Workers to Access Wage Subsidies
The steep decline in olive production has decreased the amount of work for farm laborers in Spain and forced the government to expand its safety net.
Oct. 31, 2022
Officials in Castilla-La Mancha Look to Oleotourism to Boost Farmer Incomes
Officials and farmers are working to build new tourist accommodations, organize tastings, and draw visitors to mils.