Rome
May. 1, 2025
Pope Francis: A Legacy of Peace and Environmental Advocacy
Pope Francis, a champion of the poor and marginalized, is remembered for his commitment to peace, climate action, and inter-religious dialogue.
Apr. 14, 2025
Over 200,000 Olive Branches Donated for Palm Sunday Mass
In preparation for Sunday's celebrations in St. Peter's Square, hundreds of thousands of olive branches were gathered from groves throughout Lazio.
Mar. 11, 2025
Wealthy Nations’ Absence at COP16 Hampers Biodiversity Funding
Without the input of United States and China, delegates at COP16 said they reached an agreement to fund biodiversity protection.
Jan. 13, 2025
Rome's Olive Oil Production on Public Farm Supports Community, Sustainability
The city's organic production provides community support through donations and funds to maintain a public farm in Lazio.
Oct. 1, 2024
Citizen Groups in Rome Harvest Local Olive Trees for Charity
Volunteers in the eastern outskirts of the Italian capital care for olive trees in public parks, harvesting their fruit to produce oil for charity.
Nov. 30, 2022
Centuries-Old Groves Restored and Harvested at Trajan's Historic Home
Dubbed Trajan’s Olive Oil, the initiative is an efforts to revitalize agricultural production in the historically-industrial area.
Oct. 10, 2022 World
Farmers in Lazio Kick Off Harvest at Emperor Hadrian's Estate
Aug. 10, 2022 News Briefs
Jun. 27, 2022 Production
Apr. 25, 2022 News Briefs
Olive Oil Production Continues at Historic Home of Emperor Hadrian
Mar. 7, 2022 Production
Aug. 16, 2021
Europe Approves Olio Di Roma PGI for Italy’s Capital Region
The new geographical indication will include parts of all five provinces of the central Italian region of Lazio, covering an annual production of about 10,550 tons.
May. 27, 2021
Olive Oil Tourism Returns to the Colosseum as Italy Reopens
The reopening of the Colosseum Archeological Park means that visitors can once again connect with Ancient Roman culture through olive oil production.
Aug. 10, 2018
Controversy in Italy Over New 'Olio di Roma' PGI
Half of Lazio's olive oil producer's are covered by DOP certifications and say they stand to lose value. The other half can only gain from the new proposed IGP. And some say the bickering among the groups leaves everyone disappointed.
Jan. 10, 2018
Two Eateries in Italy Extolling the Magic of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Filodolio in Rome and Olivia in Florence turn out culinary creations inspired by fresh ingredients and Italian olive oil excellence.
Sep. 7, 2017
Extra Virgin Gelato Is All the Rage
Ice cream makers are using extra virgin olive oil as a substitute for fats traditionally used in gelato, and the results are excellent.
Jun. 7, 2017
Olive Council Convenes in Rome for 105th Session
Representatives at the IOC meet to discuss promotions, trade agreements, and most importantly, minimizing environmental impact on future crops.
Nov. 23, 2015
Rome Event to Launch Seventh 'Flos Olei' Guide
Marco Oreggia's guide will be presented November 28 within a program of tastings and cooking classes. This year for the first time Spain topped Italy on the “Best 20” list.