Producing a truly memorable extra-virgin olive oil is only half the story; the other half is placing it in front of the right judges, at the right time, to earn the medals and credibility that open doors to retailers, chefs, export and domestic buyers. Yet with more than two dozen serious competitions now dotting the calendar... from local shows and boutique regional awards to global flagship competitions like NYIOOC and the IOC’s Mario Solinas.

Lichen is a fascinating organism formed through a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and an alga or cyanobacterium. It’s not a single organism, but a composite that relies on both partners to survive. The fungus provides structure and protection, while the algal or bacterial component performs photosynthesis to produce food. read more....

Optimised irrigation is critical for balancing olive tree water stress, yield and oil quality. This article outlines key principles of water management in olives, including evapotranspiration, crop coefficients and irrigation scheduling.

Paul Vossen, a renowned olive oil production expert and former farm advisor with UC Cooperative Extension, presents a hands-on tutorial focused on pruning medium-density olive trees for optimal health, structure, and productivity.

Efficient and high-quality olive oil extraction depends on fine-tuning multiple process variables. Below are critical control points and potential adjustment areas within modern olive oil production systems:

As global extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) production expands into non-traditional regions with varying climates and agroecological conditions, producers are facing a new wave of operational complexities. Join leading agricultural scientist and processing expert Pablo Canamasas as he unpacks the evolving challenges in EVOO extraction and explores strategic solutions tailored for industrial-scale operations. In this exclusive video, you’ll gain insig

Maintaining the cleanliness of your Oliomio olive processing equipment is essential for ensuring hygiene, peak operational performance, and the long-term durability of your machinery. Below is a recommended cleaning procedure for key components of your system:

Shotberries are undersized, non-viable olives that grow to a maximum of about 4mm. They remain on the tree but do not mature into full-sized fruit, leading to significant yield losses.

Herbicides are a crucial tool in modern agriculture, but recent research highlights an unintended consequence that olive producers must consider—potential harm to pollination. A study by Dummer et al. (2025) has identified that common herbicides, including glyphosate and 2,4-D, significantly impair olive pollen germination, raising serious concerns about their impact on fruit set and overall yield.

For businesses and serious growers considering olive oil extraction, the idea of owning a machine for under $10,000 may seem like an attractive entry point. However, achieving high-quality olive oil requires advanced extraction technology that meets food-grade standards. The extraction process is highly technical, demanding specialised equipment to maintain oil integrity and efficiency. This guide will help you understand the essential components