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Feb. 20, 2024

Balearic Islands Tighten Restrictions as Xylella Spreads in Mallorca

The strain of Xylella fastidiosa responsible for Olive Quick Decline Syndrome was identified in other plants in Mallorca.

Feb. 13, 2024

The Role of Gulls in Spreading Olive Seeds Across Balearic Islands

Gulls contributed to the long-distance spread of local olive seeds, facilitating the colonization and expansion of the variety

Feb. 7, 2024

Acesur CEO Highlights Andalusia's Key Role in Sector's Future

Gonzalo Guillén believes production capacity is the limiting factor to increase olive oil consumption and Andalusia remains best positioned to expand the market.

Jan. 16, 2024

Spain Set to Eliminate Value-Added Tax on Olive Oil Sales

The tax cut is part of wider efforts to address the rising cost of living. The measure would eliminate VAT on olive oil until June 30th.

Jan. 2, 2024

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Sales in Spain Fell by 40 Percent in 2023

The soaring retail price for extra virgin olive oil has driven the vital ingredient out of the reach of many families.

Dec. 11, 2023

Organic Farm in Jaén Blazes a Trail for Selling Carbon Credits

O.Live generates about 4.5 carbon credits per hectare from its 1,000 hectares of organic groves, establishing a model for producers to increase revenue.

Dec. 7, 2023

Police in Spain and Italy Uncover Olive Oil Fraud Ring

A Europol investigation led to the arrest of eleven accused of adulterating extra virgin olive oil with other products.

Dec. 5, 2023

Soaring Expenses Strain Producers in Southern Europe

Olive oil producers in Spain, Italy and Greece are grappling with challenges that threaten the viability of the sector.

Dec. 4, 2023

How the Iberian Ant Can Help Control Pests in Olive Groves

Researchers found that Iberian ants naturally prey on olive moth larvae in olive groves without disrupting the rest of the ecosystem.

Nov. 27, 2023

High Olive Oil Prices in Spain Spur Interest in Black Friday Discounts

While prices at origin have dipped slightly, they remain elevated in stores, prompting concern among retailers over theft and consumers over fraud.

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Nov. 20, 2023

Olive Oil Sales Slump in Spain and Italy Amid Rising Prices

Consumers are switching to smaller bottles of extra virgin olive oil and, in some cases, choosing lower grades.

Oct. 31, 2023

Global Olive Oil Production Set for Second Straight Year of Decline

The world’s seven largest olive oil-producing countries are expected to yield 1.97 million tons in the 2023/24 crop year, 23 percent below the average of the previous four campaigns.

Oct. 26, 2023

Extremadura Bucks the Trend of Below-Average Harvests in Spain

A steady increase in the number of intensive olive groves in the region may explain the rise in production.

Oct. 23, 2023

Rising Prices, New Technology Attract Private Equity Interest in Olive Oil

Analysts are eyeing promising financial returns in the olive oil market, particularly in Spain and Portugal.

Oct. 12, 2023

Researchers Identify Three Olive Varieties Resistant to Pervasive Fungus

Three cross breeds of Frantoio, Koroneiki and Arbosana olives resisted Verticillium dahlia in a controlled environment.

Oct. 12, 2023

Another Poor Harvest in Andalusia Predicted

Low output in the world’s largest olive oil-producing region will continue to push prices higher.

Oct. 11, 2023

Olive Growers in Madrid Benefit from CAP Funds

Officials in Madrid have released €8.5 million from the Common Agricultural Policy to promote traditional landscapes and biodiversity in the capital region.

Oct. 11, 2023

Expansion of Organic Olive Groves Slows in Spain

Organic land cultivation in Spain increased by 1.5 percent in 2022. Some organic olive groves were abandoned due to poor harvests and lower profit margins.

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