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Jun. 10, 2016
EU Court Allows Mandate for Felling Trees Near Those Infected by Xylella
The EU Court of Justice said that the Commission may require states to remove all plants capable of being infected by the Xf, even when there are no symptoms of infection, when such plants are in the vicinity of plants already affected.
May. 20, 2016
Europe Moves Forward with Rules to Prevent Influx of Plant Pests
Measures moved forward to prevent plant pests inadvertently entering EU territory and ensure that rapid response mechanisms are in place to quickly eradicate infected plants.
May. 4, 2016
Study Finds Treatments Reduce Symptoms But Do Not Eliminate Xf in Olive Trees
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has concluded that treatments used on olive trees in Apulia (Puglia) affected by the bacteria have resulted in a reduction in symptoms, but are not successful in eliminating the disease.
Apr. 6, 2016 Production
Research Confirms Xf to Blame for Desiccation of Salento Trees
Apr. 1, 2016 Production
Feb. 19, 2016 N. America
Jan. 19, 2016 Production
Olive Oil Commission of California Holds Informational Meeting
Jan. 3, 2016 World
Mueller Connects Unseemly Events in Italian Olive Oil Sector
Dec. 18, 2015
Prosecutor in Lecce Seizes Olive Trees, Investigates Scientists for 'Misrepresentation'
Ten people are under investigation for the spreading of a plant disease, willful violation of the provisions on the environment and the "destruction or disfigurement of natural beauty."
Dec. 17, 2015
Europe Approves Draft of New Rules to Prevent Spread of Plant Diseases
New regulations to curb the influx of killer plant pests such as the fatal olive tree disease Xylella fastidiosa, have been preliminarily approved by members of the European Parliament. MEPs informally agreed to the package of new measures during high-level talks in Luxembourg yesterday, December 16. The interim deal introduces preventive measures for important plants,
Dec. 16, 2015
Researcher Calls for Greater Vigilance to Stop Killer Disease Ravaging Groves in Puglia
Disease expert Giovanni Martelli said he would need a ‘crystal ball’ to know what will happen with the Xylella fastidiosa outbreak across Europe.
Dec. 11, 2015
Italy 'Not Respecting Obligations' to Eradicate Xylella, EU Says
The eradication of diseased trees have not been sufficient to reassure the EU that Italy is doing all it should to contain the outbreak.
Nov. 27, 2015
New EU Funds for Research on Xylella Fastidiosa
Europe has set aside €7 million for research on the prevention, detection, and control of Xylella fastidiosa.
Nov. 27, 2015
The new infections have been identified as belonging to a sub-species called multiplex, which is not harmful to olive trees or grape vines.
Oct. 27, 2015
Italian Court Orders Halt to Destruction of Olive Trees in Puglia
A court-ordered suspension will allow time for further tests to determine which disease has infected the trees.
Sep. 28, 2015
France Publishes Report on Xf in Corsica
The report confirmed plants to be infected by Xylella fastidiosa and citrus plants are not at risk from the particular strain.
Sep. 23, 2015
Farmers Lawyer Up in Battle Over Salento Trees
Olive growers from southern Italy, where a Xylella fastidiosa outbreak has led to a major cull of trees, are seeking legal advice to challenge the European Union’s stance on tackling the disease.
Sep. 9, 2015
Researchers Use Phages to Eradicate Disease Caused by Xylella Fastidiosa in Grapevines
A similar approach could be effective to treat and prevent Xf infections in olive trees, according to the researchers at Texas A&M University.
Aug. 18, 2015
France Announces Measures to Contain Xylella Fastidiosa Outbreak in Corsica
Following a confirmed infection of the deadly bacterium, the French ministry of agriculture has announced measures to contain its spread.
Aug. 5, 2015
Will the 2015 Olive Harvest Be a Good One?
It’s still early, but there is much speculation and anticipation about the upcoming olive harvest and its consequences for producers and consumers alike.
Aug. 5, 2015
World Olive Oil Shortage Leads to Higher Prices
Increased yields in Greece and Tunisia were not enough to compensate for the shortages in Italy and Spain.
Jul. 27, 2015
European Commission Publishes Xylella Fastidiosa Factsheet
The document points out that Xylella fastidiosa is one of the world’s deadliest plant bacteria and the only confirmed outbreak in the EU is in Apulia.
Jul. 27, 2015
Corsica Olive Trees Threatened as Killer Bacteria Hits Island
Mainland France is also in danger should the dreaded disease spreads, as up until now the only solution is to uproot trees.