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May. 1, 2020
Judging Underway in 8th NYIOOC, Results to Be Unveiled May 11
Expert judges begin analyzing over 850 entries in their homes and offices as the world's most prestigious olive oil competition gets underway during the coronavirus lockdown.
Apr. 8, 2020
27th ‘Golds of Lazio’ Announces 2020 Winners
The winners of the 27th Orii del Lazio have been revealed, in anticipation of the Ercole Olivario, rescheduled at the earliest possible date.
Mar. 26, 2020
NYIOOC Moves to Remote Judging Amid Travel Restrictions
For the first time, judging for the world's largest olive oil competition will be conducted remotely.
Mar. 19, 2020 Grades
Feb. 14, 2020 News Briefs
Feb. 6, 2020 World
Jan. 29, 2020 World
Oct. 28, 2019 Production
Pulsed Electric Technology Increases Yield and Quality, Study Finds
Sep. 30, 2019
California Olive Oil Industry Adopts Stricter Labeling Requirements
The Olive Oil Commission of California announced new rules that will apply to large producers, including adding best by dates to all olive oil labels and tightening the rules regarding how olive oil provenance is labeled.
Aug. 19, 2019
Bag-in-Box Containers Prove Superior for Olive Oil Storage
Researchers found bag-in-box containers retained extra virgin quality standards longer than tin-plated steel containers.
Jul. 8, 2019
Olive Council, Europe Collaborate on Limiting Contaminants in Olive Oil
The IOC has told the EU the threshold for safely being able to consume the chemical 3-MCPD, which is found in refined vegetable oils.
Jun. 3, 2019
Study Finds Olives Grown at Higher Altitudes Yield Better Quality Oils
A study conducted by Jerash University found that oils produced from areas of higher altitude in Jordan had a longer shelf life and higher nutritional values.
Apr. 3, 2019
Facial Recognition May Complement Taste Tests
Researchers are developing facial recognition software with the aim to enhance the accuracy of panel testing.
Jul. 23, 2018
Harvesting by Hand Leads to Lower Levels of Oxidation, Study Finds
Researchers found that olives harvested by hand and processed with the first 36 hours had lower levels of oxidation.
May. 9, 2018
World Olive Oil Consumption Hasn't Risen Since 2003, Even With 1B More People
Countless studies have proved the health benefits of olive oil. Why are we consuming less today than we did 14 years ago?
Dec. 7, 2017
Entries Pour in for Sixth NYIOOC
Producers overcame yet another challenging harvest season to ready their products for olive oil's biggest stage.
Nov. 10, 2017
Freezing Olives After Harvest Doesn't Affect Olive Oil Quality
Scientists found a possible solution to the reduction in quality that comes from storing olives at ambient temperatures -- storage at moderate freezer temperatures.
Sep. 11, 2017
California's International Culinary Center to Host 3rd Olive Oil Sommelier Program
An international faculty of renowned experts will guide students through more than 100 olive oil samples from 26 countries in the world’s most comprehensive curriculum in olive oil quality assessment.
May. 23, 2017
For Spain's 'La Olivilla,' Winning Top Award, Restoring Nature Go Hand in Hand
Just five years ago, a group of neighboring farmers in Sierra de Cazorla, Spain decided to work together and produce high-quality olive oil with respect for the environment. Last month, their Dehesa de la Sabina earned the industry's top award.
May. 15, 2017
The Man Behind China's Unlikely Gold at NYIOOC
An agronomic engineer from Argentina convinces a Chinese company to improve product quality and strikes gold at the world's most prestigious olive oil competition.
May. 6, 2017
Croatians' Pursuit of Quality Pays Off at NYIOOC
Croatian olive oil producers won a record 22 awards at NYIOOC 2017. Some of this year's winners shared their reactions and what the international recognition means for them.
May. 4, 2017
It’s a Great Time to Find High-Quality Olive Oils
At the world's most prestigious olive oil competition, there were more entries -- and more winners -- than ever before, spelling good news for fans of high-quality extra virgin olive oils.
May. 4, 2017
Spanish Producers Win Big at NYIOOC
Spain won six Best in Class, 83 Gold and 38 Silver Awards at the New York International Olive Oil Competition last Thursday.