Tag: food production

Thessaloniki Harvests City Olives to Produce Its Own Organic Olive Oil for the First Time

The Healthiest Cooking Oil Is Getting More Expensive—Here's WhyExplore the challenges of olive oil production as climate change drives prices up

The rising cost of olive oil is attributed to climate change's adverse effects on production. Prolonged droughts, heatwaves, and pest infestations challenge olive farmers in the Mediterranean and beyond. However, innovative farming practices offer hope for sustainable adaptation in the face of these challenges.

Thessaloniki Harvests City Olives to Produce Its Own Organic Olive Oil for the First Time

In a unique initiative, the Municipality of Thessaloniki has begun harvesting olives from the trees spread across the city to produce its very own municipal organic olive oil.