The news of olive oil
The News About Olive Oil Unfortunately, the price of olive oil has skyrocketed worldwide for two campaigns now. Average increases are already over 70%! And we’ve gone from producers complaining about prices that are too low compared to products like wine to having to charge “insane” prices. And it’s not that high-quality extra virgin olive […]
Climate change is driving up olive oil prices

Climate change triggers olive oil prices The impact of climate change on olive trees highlights the growing challenges that global warming poses for food production. According to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, benchmark retail prices rose to a record $9,000 per ton in October. Healthier cooking oil is now fetching an even higher […]
Quality and performance of virgin olive oil

How technology improves the quality and performance of extra virgin olive oil Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is a high-quality food product that has been an integral part of the Mediterranean diet for centuries. Demand for high-quality EVOO is increasing in the global market, driven by both growing consumer awareness of nutrition and the expansion […]
Drought in Europe triggers demand in the Middle East

“Olive oil is gold”: the drought in Europe triggers demand in the Middle East Middle Eastern producers ‘swimming in olive oil’ smell opportunity as harvests in Europe shrink due to the heat wave. Therefore, the Middle East has a new product in high demand: olive oil. In Tunisia, the price per kilo of extra virgin […]
Is Texas olive oil more sustainable than other oils?

Texas Olive Oil Every decision we make impacts the rest of the world and the environment. Culinary options are no exception: they directly impact the environment in several ways, from agricultural practices to packaging and waste. One food that has brought sustainability to the forefront is Texas Olive Oil. Due to its minimal impact on […]
Culinary tradition of southern Spain: extra virgin olive oil
Culinary tradition of southern Spain: extra virgin olive oil, a reflection of ancestral know-how In southern Spain, extra virgin olive oil is much more than just a culinary ingredient. It is a real gastronomic treasure, a symbol of the richness of the Mediterranean heritage and the product of ancestral know-how. From centuries-old olive groves to […]
Toothpaste based on extra virgin olive oil
Toothpaste based on extra virgin olive oil to combat gingivitis The University of Granada is receiving a toothpaste based on extra virgin olive oil to combat gingivitis. There are very few clinical studies investigating the effectiveness of herbal toothpastes in treating gingivitis. A team of scientists from the University of Granada (UGR) has demonstrated the […]
The market for extra virgin olive oil is growing

The extra virgin olive oil market is growing at a CAGR of 5.30% Driven by health awareness and new opportunities in the industry, according to Market Research Future (MRFR), the global extra virgin olive oil market value will reach $9.5 billion in 2022 and $14.41 billion in 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.30% during […]
Butter, margarine and olive oil: which is more fattening?
Butter vs Olive oil The consumption of butter, margarine and olive oil is usually looked at with a magnifying glass, but the OCU defends that what should be paid attention to is its composition and benefits. Before removing a food from the diet, why not get to know it a little more? According to the […]
Use olive oil instead of vegetable oil
Can you use olive oil instead of vegetable oil? As a professional recipe developer and nutritionist, I write recipes that call for certain ingredients, like pistachios or whole-wheat flour, for health and culinary reasons. But as a busy mother of four, I often substitute ingredients when cooking for my family. Knowing which substitutions still produce […]
High-quality olive oil in Croatia

Produce High-Quality Olive Oil After a cancer scare, retired soccer star Nikica Cukrov and her son-in-law joined forces to plant trees and produce extra virgin olive oil. In the heart of Dalmatia, Croatia’s most famous olive-growing region, lies Split, home to one of Croatia’s most prestigious and successful football clubs, Hajduk. The people of Dalmatia […]
Success of olive oil online sales in Japan (Rakuten)
Olive oil in Japan Rakuten, the largest online store in Japan with more than 50 million registered users, has been promoting Spanish olive oil brands through a campaign by the Spanish Olive Oil Federation. During this time, information in newsletter format was sent to 255,000 consumers; creating a specific landing page for those brands; the […]
Why is acidity important when frying in olive oil?
Olive Oil for Frying Deep-frying, whether in a pan or in oil, has been one of the primary methods of preparing food for thousands of years. The first records of fried foods date back to the Mesopotamian era. Today, almost all foods come in fried form, from potatoes and other vegetables to meat and delicious […]
Olive oil could help with training
A natural byproduct of olive oil production could support exercise According to new research, olive oil production may have antioxidant benefits and support physical activity. The study, led by nutrition researchers at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and published in the journal Nutrients, is the first to examine the benefits of natural olive water for athletes. […]
Olive Oils from Europe

Olive Oils from Europe: Fruit of the Mediterranean, Good for the Planet The first plantations were established in southern Europe over 3,000 years ago: olives and the olive oil obtained from them remain an indispensable part of the Mediterranean diet and play an ecological role in protecting the planet. Currently, olive oils from Europe are […]