Producer Profiles / page 36
Jun. 19, 2017
Gold for Tunisia Heralds Start of New Beginning
Karim Fitouri of Olivko says his Gold Award at NYIOOC marks the beginning of Tunisia's transformation from a bulk producer for the export market to a country known for its high-quality olive oil.
Jun. 16, 2017
Argentina's 'La Reconquista' Conquers New York
Cherished for its well-balanced, harmonious flavor, the olive oil from Argentina's Olivares La Reconquista earned the coveted Best in Class Award at this year's NYIOOC.
Jun. 16, 2017
Against All Odds: The First Olive Oil From Canada
The very first 100 percent Canadian extra virgin olive oil did not come easy for pioneers George and Sheri Braun.
Jun. 13, 2017 World
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For Spain's 'La Olivilla,' Winning Top Award, Restoring Nature Go Hand in Hand
May. 18, 2017 World
Olive Oil Producers from Small Croatian Island Strike Gold, Together
May. 16, 2017 World
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. 11, 2017
Extra Virgin Territories You Might Not Know
Some lesser-known regions give life to high-quality extra virgin olive oils with unexpected characteristics.
Apr. 10, 2017
Adoption Program Saves Town, One Tree at a Time
For decades, people fled Oliete, mostly to Barcelona, and left their secular olive groves behind. In 2014, a group of young locals came up with an idea to bring their village’s forgotten resource back to life.
Mar. 28, 2017
Building Chilean Identity Through Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Founded in 2006, Chile's Austral Family Estates is rapidly -- and thoughtfully -- garnering international acclaim.
Mar. 24, 2017
Lebanese Olive Oil: Exploring Intricacies of a Sector With Potential
Zejd EVOO illustrates Lebanese growers' perseverance in producing high-end olive oil.
Mar. 21, 2017
Farmer Fights Homophobia with Olive Oil Brand
Mark Dyer launched The Gay Farmer brand of organic EVOO in 2008 after a friend jokingly asked him, "What are you calling yourself, the bloody gay farmer?"
Mar. 21, 2017
Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie Launch Olive Oil Brand
Rumours that Brad pitt and Angelina planned to sell Chateau Miraval were quashed by their launch of a gourmet olive oil, produced from olives grown on the French estate.
Mar. 14, 2017
A Forgotten Treasure: Making Oil from Wild Olives
Francisco Villanueva and Fernando Martín produce oil from wild olives growing on the green slopes of the Sierra de las Nieves. "Professional tasters don’t know how to describe it.”
Feb. 28, 2017
Finca La Torre's Pursuit of Perfection in Málaga
Finca La Torre has won six Gold and two Best in Class Awards at the New York International Olive Oil Competition. "While most farmers harvest very late, we bet on a very early harvest," explained Víctor Pérez, the company's director.
Feb. 23, 2017
Sharing in the Harvest: Olive Oil CSAs and Tree Adoption Programs
Olive oil lovers can help to supporter growers and producers in exchange for a share of the oil produced and the knowledge that their financial assistance supports and maintains the cultural heritage of olive-growing regions.
Jan. 19, 2017
Sciabica Celebrates 80 Years of California Olive Oil
Since 1936, the Sciabicas have continued a family tradition of quality production and a commitment to their customers.
Jan. 5, 2017
Colinas de Garzón: Uruguay's Crown Jewel of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Colinas de Garzón is one of Uruguay's premier olive oil and wine producers, as well as a popular destination for tourists.
Dec. 21, 2016
Future Looms Large for South Africa's Rio Largo
After taking home the Best in Class award for their robust Premium Blend in the 2016 New York International Olive Oil Competition, South Africa's Rio Largo is ready for a promising 2017.
Nov. 4, 2016
For This Master Miller, 'It's All in the Craft'
Pacific Sun Farms miller Pablo Voitzuk says the magic of quality extra virgin olive oil lies in its fashioning.
Oct. 27, 2016
New York Win Opens Doors for Sicilian Producer
Bono USA's Salvatore Russo-Tiesi said his NYIOOC awards have opened his business to new horizons, while "skipping a full step in the selling process."