climate change
Jul. 8, 2025
International Workshop Addresses Climate Change Threats to Olive Trees
International Olive Council and partners gathered in Italy to strengthen collaboration in olive genetics, facing climate change and pathogens.
Jun. 11, 2025
Study Shows Mineral Clay Applications Boost Olive Oil Production
Mineral clay applications can mitigate the effects of climate change on olive cultivation, increasing yield and improving oil quality.
Jun. 4, 2025
Carbon-Capturing Power of Olive Groves Measured
New findings shed light on the climate potential of olive groves, offering a promising role in carbon sequestration efforts.
Jun. 3, 2025
Global Temperatures Expected to Rise 2ºC by 2030
Global temperatures are set to rise 2ºC by 2029 according to a new WMO report, with the increasing frequency of 1.5ºC+ years and the potential for an unprecedented 2ºC year.
May. 6, 2025
Olive Council Tests Plan to Help Olive Farmers Sell Carbon Credits
The Carbon Balance project assesses olive groves as natural carbon sinks, generating carbon credits for farmers through sustainable land management.
Apr. 23, 2025
New Tool Uses Satellite Data to Combat Olive Fruit Fly
Researchers have developed a tool using satellite data to combat olive fruit fly infestations in changing climates.
Apr. 16, 2025 World
Europe's Climate Change Accelerates, 2024 Warmest Year on Record
Apr. 1, 2025 World
Mar. 17, 2025 World
As U.S. Firms Back Off Climate Targets, Olive Oil Companies Stay the Course
Jan. 28, 2025 Production
Jan. 21, 2025 News Briefs
Dec. 10, 2024
Regenerating Soil Helps Tackle Water Crisis, Experts Say
Specialists suggest agronomic plans to improve organic fertility, limit erosion and save water.
Dec. 2, 2024
Producers Navigate Climate and Market Headwinds with Optimism
In the annual Olive Oil Times Harvest Survey, farmers and millers rated their harvests above average while citing familiar challenges of climate change and consumer confusion.
Dec. 2, 2024
Developing Nations Leave Controversial COP29 Disappointed
The climate summit concluded in Azerbaijan with rich countries agreeing to a financial aid package of $300B, one-third of what economists recommended.
Nov. 18, 2024
World Leaders Snub COP29, Jeopardizing Climate Action
The so-called “finance COP” is focused on securing funding for poorer countries to tackle climate change impacts.
Nov. 12, 2024
2024 Will Be the Hottest Year on Record, Scientists Say
The Copernicus climate observatory said 2024 may be the first year average global temperatures exceed the pre-Industrial Revolution average by more than 1.5 ºC.
Nov. 7, 2024
Harvest in Greece Runs Into Early Problems
The ongoing drought battering southern Greece threatens to reduce this year's expected olive oil yield of around 240,000 tons.
Oct. 13, 2024
Filippo Berio Exec Forecasts Production Rebound, Falling Prices
The chief executive of the North American operation believes the sector must increase supply and production efficiency while cultivating demand.
Feb. 5, 2024
Agricultural Groups Call on Spanish Government to Step Up Climate Change Response
Climate and agricultural advocates seek funding for insurance and investments in water-saving infrastructure.
Jan. 29, 2024
Experts Predict Bigger Swings Between Wet and Dry Years in California
Investing in infrastructure and management techniques can help olive growers protect crops from flooding and save water for droughts.
Jan. 29, 2024
In Search of Chill: Cool Nights Needed for Olive Trees in Greece
After warm spells decimated their harvests, producers in Greece are hoping for cool temperatures during critical growing stages this time around.
Jan. 16, 2024
IOC Leader Focuses on Expanding Cultivation, Fighting Climate Change
The International Olive Council director, Jaime Lillo, says the future of olive oil production lies beyond the Mediterranean.
Jan. 3, 2024
Researchers Develop Algorithm to Predict Harvest Potential from Climate Data
The publicly available algorithm was developed using 15 years of data from Italy to compare how combinations of climatic events impacted subsequent harvests.
Jan. 2, 2024
Corto Bets on Olives as Crop of The Future in Changing Sacramento Valley
As California deals with the impacts of climate change, rising labor costs and worker shortages, Corto Olive president Cliff Little believes planting more olives is a solution.
Dec. 21, 2023
Climate Extremes, Economic Pressures Dampen 2023 Harvest, Survey Finds
Olive oil producers gave the 2023 harvest a dismal rating in terms of yields and quality.
Dec. 19, 2023
COP28 Climate Conference Concludes With Mixed Results
The world’s nations have agreed to move away from oil and other fossil fuels, however, without a clear commitment to completely phase out fossil fuels as an energy source.