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Oct. 15, 2020
Bans on Night Harvesting Have Alleviated Threat to Migratory Birds
The head of conservation for BirdLife Europe applauded prohibitions on nighttime intensive olive harvesting in Spain and Portugal.
Oct. 1, 2020
Portugal Invests in Exports, Promotes Mediterranean Diet
Portugal’s Ministry of Agriculture has announced Terra Futura, a wide ranging plan to promote sustainability while boosting the country’s agricultural production and exports.
Sep. 8, 2020
Reforming Food Systems Crucial in Fight Against Climate Change, Report Finds
In the fight to keep global temperatures from increasing more than 2 ºC (3.6 ºF) above pre-industrial levels, policy makers will need to focus on adapting their food systems to be more plant-based and sustainable, according to the United Nations and World Wildlife Fund.
Sep. 1, 2020 News Briefs
Scientists Want a 'Climate Label' Added to Europe's Nutri-Score
Aug. 17, 2020 Olive Varieties
Researchers Test New Olive Varieties to Improve Sustainability
Jul. 29, 2020 News Briefs
Local Production and Sustainability Highlight Terra Madre 2020
Jul. 29, 2020 News Briefs
Applying Crushed Rock to Croplands Reduces Atmospheric CO2, Study Finds
Jul. 21, 2020 Business
Farmers Warn Pesticide Ban Jeopardizes Italy's Olive Oil Production
Jul. 20, 2020
Jaén Launches Initiative to Increase Sustainability, Profitability
Through the Seralma Verde project, Jaén's provincial government will advise and support producers seeking to transform olive oil waste products.
Jul. 20, 2020
Organic Olive Cultivation Continues to Grow in Spain
The land area dedicated to organic olive farming in Spain rose to 209,288 hectares in 2019.
Jul. 13, 2020
Portugal Bans Nocturnal Olive Harvesting Practice for Upcoming Season
While conservationists have hailed the move as a step in the right direction, many of them have urged the country's ministry fo agriculture to make the ban permanent.
Jun. 30, 2020
Proposed Bill Gives U.S. Agricultural Sector Easier Access to Emissions Trading
Newly proposed legislation in the United States seeks to create additional sources of revenue for the agricultural sector while helping to cut down on greenhouse gases.
Jun. 24, 2020
Spain Bets on Biorefineries to Find New Revenue for Small Producers
Olive oil producers and researchers are working to bring biorefineries to rural producers in Andalusia. The goal is to supplement revenues while making mills more sustainable.
Jun. 1, 2020
Europe Reveals 'Farm to Fork' Strategy for Food Sustainability
The strategy aims to promote sustainable food and environmentally-friendly production practices. Critics say more must be done to reduce the production of industrial animal meat products.
May. 7, 2020
Researchers Develop Compostable Plastic Packaging From Olive Waste
Spanish researchers have produced a biodegradable and compostable plastic from olive-pit waste to be used in packaging products.
May. 7, 2020
Experts: Sustainable Farming Will Play Key Role in Post-Pandemic World
The population's priorities will shift in a post-coronavirus world, demanding ethical and sustainable production from farmers and distributors in the years ahead.
Apr. 24, 2020
EU Introduces Standards for Use of Reclaimed Water for Irrigation
New measures aim to promote the reuse of city wastewater for the irrigation of farmland.
Feb. 3, 2020
Conference to Focus on Role of Religion in Combating Climate Change
Hosted by the Lutheran World Federation, the meeting will focus on managing religious differences in the interests of supporting sustainability and climate change.
Jan. 29, 2020
Olive Oil Waste Fuels Spanish Power Plant and Palestinian Startup
A new plant will work to counteract the negative impacts of olive by-products in the region while developing a reliable substitute for fossil fuel.
Dec. 11, 2019
Europe to Introduce New Climate and Environmental Policies
Under the new scheme, olive farmers can be an important cog in the wheel of Europe’s agricultural sector by providing feedback for improved agricultural and sustainability practices.
Nov. 14, 2019
Healthy Foods Are More Environmentally Sustainable
A new study reveals a clear link between healthy food and environmental sustainability.
Nov. 5, 2019
U.S. Leaves Paris Climate Agreement
On Monday the U.S. government announced its withdrawal from the 2016 Paris Agreement on climate change, due to the economic burden of complying with the requirements.
Nov. 5, 2019
Organic Olive Groves Flourish in Spain
In 2018, the surface area of organic olive groves increased by three percent in Spain. A country-wide push toward sustainability and better profit margins on organic oils are among the contributing factors.