Olive business
A hundred years or more have passed since any farming of olives has been undertaken on the far-flung island of Kastellorizo. But in the face of Greece’s dire economic circumstances…
Back in May, in an eye-opening story, The New York Times offered a reality check regarding the West Coast’s severe water shortage. In “Your Contribution to the California Drought,” reporters…
This year’s national industry event will be held in from September 14-16 in Mildura, Victoria. It’s a not-to-be-missed opportunity to learn, network and celebrate the efforts of our industry’s best,…
Five years ago today, the University of California at Davis Olive Center released its report on a study of the quality of olive oils in some of the region’s supermarkets.…
Figures released by Tunisia’s ministry of agriculture reveal that exports of olive oil reached a record high of 242,000 tons from November 2014 to the end of June 2015. According…
Olives New Zealand reports that there have now been 50 oils sent to Australia for testing and that the list of certified EVOOs licensed to use the OliveMark on the…
Ryan Media and Olives NZ are providing a special offer to Olives NZ members, with the latest 2015 Olive Industry Directory available at half price – less than $20 including…
The cash economy emerging after the closure of Greece’s banks is beginning to paralyze the country’s vital olive oil industry as farmers demand cash for supplies that distributors are unable…