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Olive oil supplies are “tight,” with prices rising on an outlook for falling production in Spain, the biggest producer and exporter of the edible oil, according to Oil World. World olive oil production is forecast to drop to 2.87 million metric tons in 2014-15 from 3.44 million tons a year earlier, the Hamburg-based researcher wrote…
The current production of olives, which have immense benefits for health, in the state is around 100-110 tonnes annually and expected to grow, the minister said, while adding efforts will also be made to spread awareness about the benefits of the fruit and its oil.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has approved standards for grading and labeling California-produced olive oil that will require makers to prove their product really is extra-virgin olive oil if the label on the bottle says so.
Pro Olivio, Peru’s primary olive oil advocate body, is making plans to expand and enhance the olive sector in collaboration with the National Council of Science and Technology, according to a recent report.
The International Olive Oil Council (IOC) has joined the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Arnoldo and Alberto Mondadori Foundation in supporting the World Table project, part of the “WE, Women for Expo,” an Expo 2015 project that seeks to bring together women and nourishing foods from around the globe.
Olives are one of those unique foods that don’t only taste delicious, but also offer many health benefits. It is however important to learn how to choose a good table olive, since they vary extensively in appearance, flavour and texture. We asked the South African Olive Industry Association how to choose a good table olive.
Subsidies have led to high rates of organic certification in Europe – while costs and confusion often prevent US organic producers from certifying their products, according to a new study.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for a complete ban on trans fats throughout Europe as part of a new action plan on diet and health. To be replaced by health-giving EVOO, we hope – Ed.
Global olive oil market is one of the fastest growing segments of the global food industry, showing significant growth year after year. Olive oil is the main component of the Mediterranean diet, the health properties of which makes olive oil a food product with a promising future.
The European Business Awards represent a unique opportunity for businesses across industry lines to show off their dedication and excellence in products and practices, and this year’s championship is no exception. From over 2 million participants, 709 national champion awards were presented, and for olive oil, the spotlight was on Greek company, Agora Fine Foods.