Protected Designation of Origin / page 8
Mar. 15, 2016
Montoro-Adamuz Gets High Marks for Phenols
Extra virgin olive oil from the PDO Montoro-Adamuz contains high levels of bioactive compounds and substances attributed to positive health benefits.
Dec. 22, 2015
More Obstacles for New PDOs and PGIs in Italy
Despite the difficulties, Italian growers and producers still consider protected origin designations a good way to protect and safeguard their products.
Dec. 2, 2015
Israel Continues Pressure on EU Over Labeling Rule
Netanyahu has ordered “a reassessment of the involvement of EU bodies in everything that is connected to the diplomatic process with the Palestinians.”
Nov. 18, 2015 Europe
Jul. 27, 2015 Production
Mar. 3, 2015 World
Dec. 16, 2014 Europe
Jan. 20, 2014 Food & Cooking
International Day of Italian Cuisines Celebrates Spaghetti al Pomodoro
Dec. 30, 2013
Modesty and Mastery Inspire New Siurana DOP Image
They used to say their olive oil was “the best oil in the world” - and they still do - but Catalonia’s Siurana DOP has a new slogan.
Aug. 21, 2013
Spain’s Sierra del Moncayo Seeks Protected Designation of Origin Status
Producers from Sierra del Moncayo are nearing the final leg of their bid to register their zone as one of Spain's new olive oil PDOs.
Jul. 10, 2013
Greece Gets 'Agourelio Chalkidikis' PDO
Local producers say the distinction adds value to their oil known for its low acidity, bright green color and pleasant bitterness.
Jun. 13, 2013
Olive Oil Quality Seals? Take Your Pick
Quality seal programs certify the quality of the olive oils displaying their stickers so consumers can buy with confidence.
Jun. 1, 2013
What Makes a 'DOP' Olive Oil Different?
What does it mean when an olive oil has a label indicating it was made in a Protected Designation of Origin?
May. 20, 2013
Sicilian Olive Oil Seeks PGI Certification
Regional producers, mills, refiners and bottlers are joining forces to support an application to protect Sicilian olive oil.
Apr. 4, 2013
While the olives of the Kalamata variety are widely known, the PDO they carry is a cause of contention among producers in Greece.
Jan. 24, 2013
Objections Raised to Kalamata PDO Amendment
The ‘Kalamata’ PDO amendment will not be a smooth process -- objections have been raised and more time will be needed to sort things out.
Dec. 17, 2012
New EU Law on Agricultural Product Origins
The precise providence of olive oil can be guaranteed through advanced scientific methods, and is now the basis of an important marketing tool.
Dec. 4, 2012
Two Spanish Olive Oil Regions Get Protection in China
A China-EU deal will protect Spanish olive oils produced under the names Sierra Mágina and Priego de Córdoba from imitatations.
Nov. 27, 2012
Two More Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oils Close to Clinching PDO Status
Navarra and Lucena are near to claiming Denomination of Origin status in Europe.
Oct. 14, 2012
Calls for Europe to Promote Olive Oil in General
The need for more generic promotion of olive oil was among issues discussed at the European Commission’s group on olives and olive oil.
Oct. 6, 2012
Two More Greek Regions Apply for Olive Oil PDOs
A 'Protected Designation of Origin' label signals the verified quality of extra virgin olive oil and it is a prize pursued by many oil producing regions of Greece.
Jun. 25, 2012
The Volcanic Olive Oils of Campo de Calatrava
In Spain's Campo de Calatrava region, not even the passage of time, which has gradually disguised most of the signs and symptoms, has succeeded in erasing clues of a troubled history.
Jul. 5, 2011
Are Designations of Origin Working for Italian Olive Oil?
Are the designations of origins helping Italian olive oil producers? The Italian Olive Oil Council tried to provide answers through a report about the Italian olive oil PDO chain.