Protected Designations Of Origin

Are Designations of Origin Working for Italian Olive Oil?

by Luciana Squadrilli

Are the designations of origins helping Italian olive oil producers? The Italian Olive Oil Council tried to provide answers through a report about the Italian olive oil PDO chain.

Posted on July 05 2011

Aguilera: Use Origins to Inform Consumers, Lift Prices

by Julie Butler

The regional government says that differentiation via denominations of origin, would help consumers make informed choices in the supermarket.

Posted on May 19 2011

Carme Ruscalleda Can’t Imagine Cooking Without Olive Oil

by Julie Butler

The only female chef in the world to earn six Michelin stars, Carme Ruscalleda was in the spotlight this week for her promotion of extra virgin olive oil.

Posted on May 05 2011

Olive Council Holds Meeting on Geographic Indications

by Lucy Vivante

Concerns arise over origin criteria, who confers the special designations; and once an olive oil or table olive has the designation, who protects and polices it.

Posted on November 10 2010

Olive Oil Region in Argentina Launches Origin Certification Progr ...

by Sarah Schwager

The San Juan department of Pocito hopes the certificate of origin initiative will help endorse Argentina’s industry and ensure its products are recognized across the world.

Posted on October 29 2010