The International Olive Oil Council chose November 26 to celebrate the olive tree, not by chance: The olive tree is "a global symbol of peace and harmony, which has now spread to the five continents and contributes to sustainable economic and social development and the conservation of natural resources." .

Precision farming practices have helped Greek extra virgin olive oil growers keep overhead cost low and ultimately ‘save’ the product from mounting pressure on its market price, EURACTIV Greece’s media partner Ypaithros Chora reported.

Yale University, with the support of the Municipality of Delphi and the Region of Central Greece, organizes the “2nd International Yale Symposium on Olive Oil and Health”, from December 1 to 4, 2019 at the European Cultural Center of Delphi.