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N. America

Apr. 11, 2011

California Bill Would Align Laws With New U.S. Olive Oil Standards

The California State Health Committee voted unanimously in favor of Senate Bill 818, a first step toward revising the state's olive oil standards to match new USDA definitions.

Close-up view of an olive tree trunk with textured bark and green leaves in the background. - Olive Oil Times

Grades

Sep. 14, 2010

Understanding the New USDA Olive Oil Standards

Next month new USDA standards for olive oil go into effect. Alexandra Kicenik Devarenne and Paul Vossen address common questions about what the standards mean for producers.

Industrial olive oil processing machine with green accents and steam emerging from the equipment. - Olive Oil Times

Basics

Sep. 9, 2010

What You Didn't Know About Olive Pomace Oil: Uses, Benefits and Controversies

Olive pomace oil is made using chemical solvents and heat. Still, the lowly olive oil grade offers some health benefits and useful culinary applications.