In a significant achievement for Greece’s olive oil industry, Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms has garnered multiple prestigious awards at the TERRAOLIVO IOOC 2024, held recently in Larnaca, Cyprus. This annual competition is renowned as one of the top three global contests and the leading event in Asia for olive oils, attracting entries from numerous olive-producing nations.
The competition ran from June 15 to 21 and featured over 500 olive oils from countries including Spain, Italy, Tunisia, Turkey, and Portugal. Each entry underwent rigorous evaluation by a panel of more than 30 internationally recognized olive oil experts who conducted blind tastings to ensure unbiased assessments.
Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms showcased twelve extra virgin and gourmet olive oils in the competition, achieving an impressive 100% success rate with all entries winning awards. What made the occasion even more special was the advancement of two of their oils to the highly competitive final phase, both achieving scores above 96% from the judges.
On August 7, 2024, the final results were revealed, highlighting Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms for their outstanding accomplishments. Their PLUS HEALTH GREEN EVOO secured a spot among the TOP 10 olive oils overall and was recognized as the BEST olive oil from Greece in the competition. Additionally, their SYLLEKTIKON Gourmet EVOO was named a finalist in the TOP 3 for gourmet olive oils, further elevating the profile of Greek olive oil on the international stage.
These accolades not only underscore the quality of Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms’ products but also reflect a growing recognition of Greek olive oils in the global marketplace. With these latest wins, the farm has now amassed an extraordinary total of 999 international awards in esteemed competitions worldwide, setting a new benchmark for excellence in the industry.
The success of Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms at TERRAOLIVO IOOC 2024 serves as a testament to Greece’s rich heritage in olive cultivation and the quality of its products, especially from the region of Laconia, where the farm is located. As Greek olive oil continues to gain accolades, it reinforces the vital role of local producers in the competitive global food industry.