The international competition for extra virgin olive oils leading to the Mario Solinas Quality Award of the International Olive Council (IOC) is based on Decision No DEC-1/82IV/00 which the Council adopted on 8 June 2000. According to this decision, the Award was launched in the 2000–2001 crop year in the wake of the Council’s 1993 decision to create it as a memorial and tribute to one of the most important advocates ....
Publication of the Latest IOC Newsletter and Office Closure
MADRID, SPAIN / 23.12.2024
The International Olive Council (IOC) has published the latest issue of its Newsletter. It provides a summary of our recent activities and valuable insights into developments in the olive sector. Please note that the...
Closing Ceremony of the 21st Course for Experts in Virgin Olive Oil Tasting at the University of Jaén
The International Olive Council (IOC) took part in the closing ceremony of the 21st edition of the Course for Experts in Virgin Olive Oil Tasting, held from 25 September to 19 December 2024 at the University of Jaén. This...