EU Grants PGI Status to Bologna Hills Olive Oil in Italy
Italy’s Bologna Hills have earned EU PGI status for their extra virgin olive oil, becoming the region’s third protected label. Here’s what buyers should know.
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Malta Loses Another Olive Press as Sector Faces Capacity Crunch
Malta’s Tal-Kanċillier olive press is closing ahead of the 2026 harvest, squeezing the island’s pressing capacity and testing its remaining growers’ options.
Italy’s Olive Oil Imports Rise as Local Production Falls 38%
Italy’s olive oil output fell 38% since 2006 while imports rose 44%, ISTAT reports. What the shift means for buyers sourcing quality Tunisian oil.
Deoleo Takeover: Spain Opens Door to Italian Buyer for Olive Oil Giant
Spain now appears open to Italy’s Coricelli family taking control of Deoleo, the world’s top olive oil bottler, as a €500 million takeover bid advances.
Ancient Olive Trees in Southern Italy Reveal New Genetic Diversity for Climate and Disease Resistance
Scientists found 114 uncatalogued olive tree genotypes in Calabria and Basilicata, revealing genetic diversity that could boost disease and climate resilience.
Italy Now Imports More Olive Oil Than It Keeps for Itself, ISTAT Data Shows
New ISTAT data show Italy now imports more olive oil than stays in its own market, reshaping the trade. Here’s what olive oil buyers should watch.
Xylella Outbreak Confirmed in Calabria, Italy: What It Means for Olive Oil Buyers
Italy confirmed its first Xylella fastidiosa outbreak outside Puglia, in Calabria. Here’s what the olive disease threat means for Mediterranean oil buyers.
Italy Opens One of the World’s Largest Olive Gene Banks to Protect Global Biodiversity
Italy’s CNR just opened one of the world’s largest olive gene banks in Umbria, preserving 800+ varieties from 30+ countries to protect biodiversity.
Deoleo Olive Oil Giant Faces Takeover Battle Between Italy and Spain
Italian bidder Pietro Coricelli leads a €500M takeover race for olive oil giant Deoleo, owner of Bertolli and Carapelli, as Spain pushes back.
Spanish Olive Growers Push for Reform as Production Costs Jump 57%
Spain’s largest olive oil cooperative federation reports a 57% rise in production costs and wants EU reform. Here’s what Tunisia-sourcing buyers should know.