olive oil

Government Enforces New Regulations on Olive Oil Sales: Tins Without Receipts to Incur Fines Up to 5,000 Euros

The Greek government is enforcing new regulations from 2025 to halt the sale of olive oil tins without official receipts,…

11 January 2025

Kalamata Featured on Australia's Channel 9 Television Show

Kalamata and the wider Messinia region were recently featured on Australia's Channel 9 television show "Let's Eat with George." Hosted…

17 December 2024

20+1 Fun Facts about Greece that most Greeks do not know  

We bring to you 20+1 fun facts and a few little secrets about Greece that most people, even in Greece,…

26 November 2024

Olive oil prices in Greece continue to drop

The final price is affected by quality, region of origin, and whether purchased directly from the producer or through commercial…

23 November 2024

Olive Oil Prices: What to Expect in 2024-2025

The price of olive oil has always been a barometer of agricultural trends and economic conditions in Mediterranean countries, particularly…

22 November 2024

Olive Oil Prices Expected to Fall After Last Year's Surge, But Drought Impacts Yields

Olive oil prices are expected to fall this year after a steep rise last year, offering some relief to consumers.…

20 November 2024

Olive Oil Prices Expected to Halve From Record Highs

Olive oil prices are expected to halve from record highs, bringing relief to families struggling with rising food costs. A…

18 November 2024

Wholesale olive oil prices lower compared to 2023

The figures so far show a de-escalation in olive oil prices, as despite the drought, this year's production will increase…

16 November 2024

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…

3 November 2024

Olive Oil: Price Drop and Current Selling Prices

The price of extra virgin olive oil in regions like Messinia, Crete, and Laconia in Greece is significantly lower than…

25 October 2024

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…

25 October 2024

The Municipality of Thessaloniki produces its own own olive from the trees of the city!

It is estimated that a total of 800-1000 kg of fruit will be collected, and 150-200 kg of olive oil…

24 October 2024

How to make aromatic olive oil with fresh seasonal herbs

A smart way to enjoy the aromas and flavours of herbs for a long time is preserving them in olive…

12 October 2024

Italy Falls in World Ranking of Olive-Producing Countries - Turkey Rises to Second Place

The Italian olive sector faces challenges due to recent negative climate impacts, causing below-average harvests and a drop in global…

9 October 2024

Christos Papadimitriou, Leader of Iconic Olive Oil Brand, Passes Away at 44

He joined the company in 2004 and had a significant standardization and export activity in the field of olive oil,…

5 October 2024

Greece Faces Rising Agricultural Costs as EU Prices Decline in Q2 2024

While most EU countries saw agricultural prices drop in Q2 2024, Greece experienced an 8% increase, driven by supply shortages…

28 September 2024

Cook Like a Greek: Your Greek Kitchen Starter Kit

What makes Greek food so special? It’s the ingredients—simple, unpretentious, and full of flavour. To cook Greek food at home,…

27 September 2024

How olive oil can help your dog

Olive oil is inextricably linked to the Mediterranean diet and is famous all over the world for its benefits. But…

26 September 2024

Owner of 500 Liters of Questionably Authentic Olive Oil Detained

In the Pieria region, authorities detained a man found with 500 liters of olive oil of questionable origin and authenticity.…

15 September 2024

Greece’s Inflation Rises to 3% in August, Driven by Energy and Food Costs

Greece's inflation rose to 3% in August, up from 2.7% in July, driven by sharp increases in energy and food…

10 September 2024

Archives

Categories

Copyright Greek City Times 2025