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Feb. 8, 2018
Tunisia: Land of the Olive Tree
An Olive Oil Times reporter traveled to Tunisia to better understand this nation’s olive oil and learn about efforts to increase exports, which was the focus of the second edition of the Olive Festival of Sfax.
Jan. 10, 2018
Proper Application of Fertilizers May Lead to More Consistent Olive Harvests
A study finds that periodic fertilization with nitrogen, phosphate and potassium decreases the alternate bearing pattern of olive trees.
Dec. 12, 2017
Tunisia Sees Opportunity in Organic Production
Ninety-five percent of Tunisia’s olive groves are tended using traditional practices without the use of any pesticides.
Jul. 25, 2017 Production
Project to Plant Acacia Trees in Tunisia Combats Desertification
Jun. 19, 2017 World
Jun. 9, 2017 Business
May. 26, 2017 Business
Tunisia's Exports to EU Fall Despite Increased Duty-Free Quotas
Apr. 26, 2017 Business
Production, Exports Down in Tunisia but Optimism Remains High
Mar. 16, 2017
One Year After EU Allows Duty-Free Tunisian Imports, Italian Producers Assure Strict Controls
Assitol is pushing for transparency to dispel concerns over duty-free Tunisian imports while proposing the extension of computerized monitoring and supporting the new inter-trade organization to ensure more product guarantees.
Jan. 11, 2017
Tunisian Olive Oil Production Down 55 Percent
Tunisia's drop in olive oil production is a further blow to the North African country which is already suffering an ailing economy, social unrest and security concerns.
Dec. 15, 2016
Tunisian Olive Oil Industry Reaches New Heights
The Tunisian olive oil is flourishing after the Europe's decision to waive taxes on Tunisian oil imports and grant substantial financial help to the country.
Dec. 13, 2016
Tunisian President Celebrates 90th Birthday by Hosting 2020 Conference
2020 was not Tunisia's first attempt at luring international investors. In 2014 Tunisia hosted 'Invest in Tunisia' which failed to seduce foreign money.
Dec. 12, 2016
Gherib Brahim Wins 'Marathon of the Olive Trees'
The spirit of the marathon was perfectly portrayed by French Runner Dofosse Gilles who crossed the finish line carrying a leafy olive branch. The crowd erupted into cheers and applause at Gilles' gesture and the symbol of peace.
Nov. 28, 2016
Sfax, Capital of Arab Culture, Hosts First International Olive Oil Festival
The Sfax Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIS) organized the first International Festival of the Olive Oil to link Tunisian olive oil exporters with international buyers and importers.
Nov. 22, 2016
€5 Million Loan to Boost Tunisian Olive Oil Exports
Two olive companies received a €5 Million loan to expand sourcing and boost exports of Tunisian branded olive oil.
Nov. 21, 2016
Tunisia Second Among Africa's Organic Exporters
Despite the economic difficulties, some organic farmers have developed successful initiatives to rank Tunisia as the second largest exporter of organic products in Africa.
Aug. 15, 2016
A Smear Campaign Against Tunisian Olive Oil
Tunisian representatives and others are speaking out about a campaign to tarnish the reputation of the country's olive oil after Europe raised import limits to help with its economic recovery.
Mar. 11, 2016
Europe Approves Controversial Aid Including Duty-Free Imports of Tunisian Olive Oil
The European Parliament approved the aid package for Tunisia with a regulation to allow the importation of 70,000 tonnes of duty-free olive oil to the European Union.
Feb. 29, 2016
Irrigating with Wastewater Found Not to Affect EVOO Quality
A study finds that irrigating olive trees with treated wastewater could be an effective way of preserving resources without affecting quality.
Feb. 29, 2016
Europe Affirms Market Won't Be Affected by Duty-Free Olive Oil from Tunisia
The European Parliament is set to vote on the adoption of a proposed duty-free olive oil import measure meant to aid Tunisia after recent terror attacks
Jan. 27, 2016
EU to Import 70,000 Tons of Duty-Free Tunisian Olive Oil to Help Recovery Since Terror Attacks
European Members of Parliament have endorsed a plan to help the Tunisian economy in the wake of last year’s terrorists attacks by allowing 70,000 tons of duty-free olive oil imports.
Jan. 11, 2016
Tunisia’s Output Drops from Last Year's Record
Tunisia is reporting a sharp decline in olive oil production as early indications for 2015/16 reveal a 60 percent drop from last year's record harvest.
Dec. 14, 2015
Farmers in Spain Seek Stop to Duty-Free Imports from Morocco
COAG Andalucia raises concerns over Moroccan olive oil imports after the annulment of 2012 EU trade agreement.