World Olive Oil Competition
Mar. 10, 2026
World Olive Oil Competition 2026 Live Updates
The world’s most prestigious olive oil quality contest is revealing award winners in the Northern Hemisphere division. We are following the results live.
Mar. 6, 2026
Historic Award for Iranian Olive Oil Producer Comes as Conflict Shuts Down Business
Saeed Shahmoradi became the first Iranian producer to win at the NYIOOC, but celebrations were quickly overtaken by conflict, business closures and deepening economic uncertainty in Tehran.
Mar. 5, 2026
At 80, Croatian Producer Drago Malić Wins Gold at 2026 NYIOOC
A retired math and physics teacher with four decades in olive growing, Drago Malić won Croatia a Gold Award at the 2026 NYIOOC with a blend led by Oblica.
Mar. 5, 2026
Morocco Expands Protection for Regional Olive Oils
Morocco’s Agriculture Ministry has launched a new certification drive to expand geographical indications and protected origin labels, with olive oil a top priority.
Mar. 4, 2026
Mandranova Blends Hospitality and Olive Oil Craft in Southern Sicily
The family-run estate near Palma di Montechiaro pairs olive groves and almond orchards with 15 guest rooms and a private villa, offering visitors a closer look at how award-winning extra virgin olive oil is made.
Mar. 1, 2026
Inside Séka Hills’ Quality-First Approach in California’s Capay Valley
Séka Hills won one Gold and four Silver Awards at the 2026 NYIOOC, with its Coratina earning top honors. The Capay Valley estate credited cool harvest conditions and a long-term focus on quality and land stewardship.
Feb. 26, 2026 Producer Profiles
Feb. 23, 2026 News Briefs
Orthodox Monastery Earns Three Gold Awards at NYIOOC for Bosnia and Herzegovina
Feb. 18, 2026 Producer Profiles
Dalmatian Heritage and Early Harvest Precision Drive an Award-Winning Brand
Feb. 6, 2026 Producer Profiles
Early NYIOOC Award Highlights Montenegro’s Growing Inland Olive Sector
Feb. 2, 2026 News Briefs
Global Olive Oil Quality Takes Center Stage as 2026 NYIOOC Results Begin
Jan. 5, 2026
How a Family Mill in Florence Built Five Decades of Olive Oil Craftsmanship
Now led by its third generation, Frantoio Il Mandorlo has evolved from a local mill into an award-winning producer while remaining deeply rooted in the Florentine landscape.
Nov. 4, 2025
Chiarentana: How One Tuscan Estate Shaped Val d’Orcia
Once a refuge during wartime, Chiarentana today produces award-winning olive oils and welcomes visitors to experience the peaceful heart of Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Nov. 4, 2025
Willow Creek’s Cooperative Approach Brings Stability to Olive Growers
Inspired by models in Europe and Chile, Willow Creek’s Guild of Groves brings 35 South African olive growers together to share resources, reduce costs, and boost quality.
Oct. 21, 2025
In Chile’s Curicó Valley, Agroindustrial Siracusa Builds an Olive Oil Success Story
Leveraging decades of engineering experience, Agroindustrial Siracusa has built an efficient, high-density olive operation in Chile’s Curicó Valley.
Oct. 20, 2025
Among Brazil’s Rocky Hills, Azeite Pedregais Cultivates Award-Winning Olive Oils
In Brazil’s rugged Serra do Sudeste, Azeite Pedregais transforms rocky terrain and relentless winds into award-winning extra virgin olive oils.
Oct. 15, 2025
Sustainability Takes Root in the Hills Above Florence
Fattoria Poggio di Fiesole, a Tuscan estate with a rich history and dedication to sustainability, produces an award-winning organic olive oil.
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.
Jun. 23, 2025
Sustainable Practices Help North African Producers Triumph in Tough Season
Producers from Tunisia, Morocco and Egypt overcame drought and heat to earn 16 awards at the 2025 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.
Jun. 19, 2025
Challenging Season, Winning Results for California Producers
California producers overcame weather and labor challenges to triumph at the 2025 NYIOOC, showcasing their resilience, dedication and innovation.
Jun. 19, 2025
Acclaimed Moroccan Producer Aspires to a More Sustainable Future
Noor Fès leverages its size to improve quality through vertical integration and hopes to set an example with its sustainable practices for other Moroccan olive farmers.
Jun. 11, 2025
Values of Hospitality, Sustainability Drive Quality at Misciattelli Bernardini Farm
From its historic headquarters in the old town of Allerona to the sustainably managed groves in the neighboring hills, an Umbrian producer preserves tradition while embracing change.
Jun. 3, 2025
Precision in Every Step: Inside an Award-Winning Producer’s Methodical Approach
Harvesting and milling with surgical precision is paramount at Hellenic Fields, which celebrated a sixth-straight award-winning performance at the 2025 NYIOOC.
May. 31, 2025
Italian Producers Extend Reign of Excellence at World Competition
Uncompromising farmers, millers and bottlers made Italy the most awarded country at the 2025 NYIOOC for the tenth consecutive year.
May. 30, 2025
Science Drives Award-Winning Producer’s Mission of Quality, Sustainability
The founder of Arsenio believes artificial intelligence can improve olive oil quality and help farmers mitigate the impacts of climate change.
May. 28, 2025
Rare Italian Olive Variety Leads to World Class Oil
The producer behind Biagioli Farm celebrated a Gold Award at the 2025 NYIOOC for a Coroncina monovarietal, native to Italy’s Marche region.