The fruit of the olive tree (Olea europaea). Small and round, the stone or pit is surrounded by the flesh or meat. Olives vary in color from bright green to black, depending on ripeness and when the fruit is picked.
The fruit of the olive tree (Olea europaea). Small and round, the stone or pit is surrounded by the flesh or meat. Olives vary in color from bright green to black, depending on ripeness and when the fruit is picked.
Olive oil is juice obtained from the pulp of olives (fruit of the olive tree; genus Olea europaea). This oil is commonly used in the Mediterranean diet, and has many potential health benefits.
A blend or combination of olive oil and another oil, often Canola Oil or Soybean Oil. This blend must be a specific ratio of the two oils and be labeled appropriately informing consumers of the grades and exact ratio used. Sometimes this term is also used to refer to a blend of olive varietals used to create a particular flavor profile of olive oil.
A product that is grown, manufactured and packaged without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents. Each step of the growing, harvesting, manufacturing and packaging process must be documented and certified by accredited agencies.
The country that the oil (or other manufactured good) was produced in.
The deterioration of olive oil quality that occurs when it is exposed to oxygen.
A platform used for storing and shipping bulk materials, particularly bulk olive oil. Both wood and plastic pallets are available on the market, though plastic often comes at a premium cost.