Apr 7, 2016 | International News/Trends, Olive business
A massive rally of farmers took place in Bari (Apulia) against an EU bill that is seen as a threat for the quality of agri-food products and the protection of consumers. Thousands responded to the call of Coldiretti, demonstrating aboard tractors and armed with anti...
Mar 7, 2016 | International News/Trends, Olive business, Olive Oil News
Stella Fong, a food writer and author of the blog Last Best Plates, sometimes purchases California olive oil directly from producers such as McEnvoy Ranch in Petaluma, and Round Pound, a wine and olive estate in Rutherford. Whether the product is wine or olive oil,...
Mar 7, 2016 | Competitions, International News/Trends, Olive business
The world’s largest and most prestigious olive oil competition will be bigger than ever this year with more than 800 brands from 27 countries competing next month for the coveted Silver, Gold and Best in Class awards. More than 800 to Compete in New York International...
Mar 7, 2016 | International News/Trends, Olive business
The agri-food sector is a priority area of investment for organised crime, with a dangerous impact not only on the economy but also on the health of citizens, the environment and the territory of the country, as evidenced by the fourth report on agri-food crimes in...
Mar 7, 2016 | International News/Trends, Olive business
The UK organic market is on track to beat pre-recession growth figures in 2016, buoyed by innovation from small manufacturers and a change in the way consumers shop, says a report by the Soil Association. One of the highest growth sectors was oils and vinegar, with a...
Mar 7, 2016 | International News/Trends, Olive business
Both sides of the Brexit referendum agree on the importance of civilised debate, but that requires more than simply steering clear of personal attacks. It also means taking care to ensure that, even if judgments differ on where the national interest lies, arguments...