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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. 28, 2016
From Golan Heights, Olive Farmer Sees New Markets for His Skincare Line
Avner Talmon harvests the fruit of 23,000 olive trees for organic olive oil and an array of natural cosmetics ranging from facial wash to foot cream.
Oct. 5, 2016 World
Award-Winning Olive Oil Producer Thinks Weed Control Is for the Birds
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Aug. 25, 2015
Evo3 Supports Reforestation Projects in Africa
Stratis Camatsos focuses on high-quality extra virgin organic olive oil production and environmental projects with his new brand, evo3.
Aug. 24, 2015
At Dievole, Extra Virgin Without Boundaries
In Tuscany, oil maker Marco Scanu is leading an ambitious project at Dievole estate, recently bought by a South American magnate.
Aug. 11, 2015
At Frantoio Franci, Passion Runs in the Family
With its ever-growing record of achievements and accolades, Frantoio Franci is a renowned family-run farm whose main assets are passion and devoted fieldwork.
Jul. 20, 2015
The Muraglia Family, Stubborn by Choice
Savino Muraglia has been turning the ancient family farm into a modern and innovative enterprise.
Jul. 1, 2015
L’Oro del Benà co Celebrates Best of Lake Garda
The largest lake of Italy has a great influence on the climate on its banks and is the heart of the world's northernmost olive oil production region.
Jun. 1, 2015
Organic Farmers Cautiously Optimistic
Organic olive oil producers in Italy say they are hopeful that painful lessons learned and the cycle of nature will lead to a better harvest ahead.
May. 12, 2015
New Faces Among the Old Trees of an Award-Winning Buccheri Cooperative
Two sons of the founders of the Agrestis cooperative in Buccheri are bringing new energy to the home of some of the world's best olive oils.
Nov. 14, 2014
One California Olive Farmer Calls it Quits
Randy Childress managed 184 acres of olive trees more than 100 years old. Today he's looking for a job.
Oct. 8, 2014
The self-proclaimed olive oil evangelist who used to pitch Tunisian olive oil now hits the road for his own growing brand.
Aug. 22, 2014
Freshness A Key Ingredient for Pasolivo
The family-run company attributes the brand’s success to making California Olive Oil Council (COOC) certification a top priority.
Jan. 20, 2014
Fifty Years After Fortuné Arizzi's Vision, An Award-Wining Olive Oil
Fortuné Arizzi recognized the exceptional terroir of Les Mées and, fortunately for us, convinced his wife to invest in an olive orchard.
Jan. 12, 2014
Catalan Olive Oil Producers Find Saffron a Lucrative Sideline
The world’s most expensive spice shows promise for the olive oil producers of Les Garrigues, in the province of Lerida in western Catalonia.
Jun. 12, 2012
The husband and wife team who run the Kolympari-Mihelakis Family olive oil company say their latest product, Olive One, surpasses anything they’ve ever produced before.
Feb. 9, 2012
Just to the left of the Adult Depot in a Calgary strip center, Gus Kolias runs Golden Bless America distributing Greek olive oil and fulfilling the dream of his cousin Theo.
Dec. 27, 2011
The Story of Golden Bless Olive Oil (So Far)
Theodoros was constantly asking me to help him to bring his oil to America. I tried to avoid him but when he started showing up my hangout - Jack’s Taverna, he took advantage of me at my weakest moments.