Croatia
Jan. 28, 2026
From Ancient Olive Trees to Michelin Recognition, Croatian Producers Redefine Agritourism
Croatian producers Nives and Goran Morović restored a 400-year-old olive grove on Dugi Otok, producing award-winning extra virgin olive oils and creating an estate recently recognized with three Michelin Keys.
Jan. 14, 2026
Ice and Subzero Temperatures Test Olive Trees in Northern Adriatic Hinterland
Freezing rain and subzero temperatures have damaged olive groves in northern Dalmatia, with growers and experts warning that the full impact will only become clear in spring.
Oct. 29, 2025
Monte Rosso: A Family Dream Reborn on Istria’s Red Hill
On Istria’s Red Hill, Davor Duboković and his partners turned abandoned land into one of Croatia’s most advanced olive estates.
Oct. 12, 2025
French Team Triumphs at 8th World Olive Picking Championship in Croatia
France topped the podium at the World Olive Picking Championship on Croatia’s island of Brač, where twelve international teams celebrated tradition, teamwork and the spirit of Mediterranean olive culture.
Oct. 8, 2025
New ‘Ultra Virgin’ Label Aims to Unite Dalmatia’s Olive Oil Elite
Dalmatia’s top producers have joined forces to establish Ultra Virgin, a new quality category that rewards olive oils exceeding extra virgin criteria in chemical and sensory standards.
Oct. 1, 2025
New Approaches to Branding Croatian Olive Oil
At the International Symposium on Olive Oils of Croatia and the Adriatic Coast, experts called for coordinated efforts to position Croatian olive oil more strongly on global markets.
Sep. 25, 2025 Food & Cooking
Sep. 22, 2025 Production
Postira Symposium Honors Leaders of Adriatic Olive Oil Renaissance
Sep. 17, 2025 News Briefs
Aug. 21, 2025 News Briefs
Jun. 19, 2025
Adriatic Olive Oil Excellence Takes Center Stage at High-Profile Postira Symposium
A landmark symposium in Postira this September will spotlight the region's dedication to olive oil quality, innovation, and cultural heritage through a program of tastings, workshops, and expert-led discussions.
Jun. 16, 2025
Why Olive Oil Prices Are Higher in Croatia
Croatian olive oil prices are on the rise, with an 18% increase in April 2025. Factors include consumer awareness, market trends and production costs.
Apr. 29, 2025
Croatian Olive Growers Celebrate Their Historic Success
Croatian olive oil producers achieved major success at 2025 NYIOOC, earning 125 awards, surpassing major Mediterranean countries.
Apr. 25, 2025
Croatian Producers Shine in Record-Breaking Year at 2025 NYIOOC
Despite facing challenges such as drought and fluctuating temperatures, Croatian producers demonstrated resilience and skill, establishing the country as a rising power in premium olive oil production.
Apr. 8, 2025
Basketball Coach Wins Gold, for Olive Oil
Basketball coach Neven Spahija, known for his impressive career, adds another success with his award-winning olive oil brand "S Oil" and plans for olive tourism.
Mar. 27, 2025
Young Croatian Grower Wins International Acclaim for Oil from Historic Grove
Young Croatian grower Stjepan Dević wins international acclaim at the NYIOOC for his award-winning olive oil, produced from a historic grove.
Mar. 24, 2025
A Croatian Olive Grower's Journey from Ancestral Roots to Award-Winning Groves
Following his father's legacy, Krešimir Uroda cultivated an award-winning olive grove in Dalmatia. He's now creating a new tourist destination on Makirina Hill, emphasizing sustainable practices.
Aug. 2, 2023
An Olive Oil as Unique as Its Producers
Over the past decade, Saša Petković and Vedrana Rakovac have transitioned from hobby growers to professional producers. But some things have not changed.
Jul. 31, 2023
Popular German Travel Program Features Award-Winning Producer in Dalmatia
Ivan Pfeiffer, the producer behind MI Olive, shared the tragedy of his wife’s passing and the triumph of his award-winning extra virgin olive oil.
Jul. 13, 2023
Officials in Zadar County Celebrate Award-Winning Producers
Prefect Božidar Longin thanked local extra virgin olive oil, wine and cheese producers for exposing a global audience to Zadar county’s agricultural products.
Jul. 13, 2023
Istrian Officials Share Oleotourism Insights at Events in Spain and Italy
According to Istrian tourism officials, 190,000 people visit olive growers and producers on the peninsula each year. Now, these officials are sharing strategies in Spain and Italy.
May. 31, 2023
Workshop in Croatia Highlights Award-Winning Olive Oils
During a guided tasting, attendees learned what makes Dalmatian extra virgin olive oil stand out at the World Competition.
May. 19, 2023
Climate Disasters Drive Prices Higher
Drought on the Iberian Peninsula and floods in Croatia have resulted in a rocky start to olive development, spurring more price rises.
May. 16, 2023
Croatian Farmers Maintain Groves for Ailing Peers
The charitable work of the olive growers comes shortly after a local even raised money for a cancer hospital and those in need.
May. 11, 2023
Producers in Small Croatian Village Celebrate Success While Calling for More Support
Farmers in coastal Dalmatia cited their success at the World Olive Oil Competition in their call for more investment in the sector.