For over 2,500 years, the olive tree of the Acropolis has remained a worthy symbol of Athens, an undying and ancient representation of prosperity, peace, hope, and resurrection. Planted by the Goddess Athena herself, as Greek mythology would have it, the tree has suffered many fires and mutilations as invaders have come and gone. But a sprig was always saved to be planted later.
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The price of olive oil has always been a barometer of agricultural trends and economic conditions in Mediterranean countries, particularly Greece. This year, however, projections indicate a notable shift in pricing dynamics for olive oil producers, with a drop in the lowest producer price compared to 2023.
The figures so far show a de-escalation in olive oil prices, as despite the drought,…
Crete, the largest island of Greece. A crossroad of commerce and civilisations. A land touched…
In a significant achievement for Greece’s olive oil industry, Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms has garnered multiple…
“Olive cultivation is the eternal circle of life for us. There is no beginning or…
Greek olive oil is considered among the finest in the world, with a long history…
The president of SEVITEL, Mr. Costas Koutsioubis, told BD that the expected Greek production this…
The Messinia region in the Peloponnese produces what is considered the finest olive oil in…
Brought to Australia from their homeland village in Mani, Greece, the Volos sister’s Golden Groves 100% organic Greek olive oil brand is a nod to ancestral legacy, the pursuit of excellence, and the celebration of life’s simple pleasures.
Kalamata olives are only found on the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece and have been…
For over 2,500 years, the olive tree of the Acropolis has remained a worthy symbol of Athens, an undying and ancient representation of prosperity, peace, hope, and resurrection. Planted by the Goddess Athena herself, as Greek mythology would have it, the tree has suffered many fires and mutilations as invaders have come and gone. But a sprig was always saved to be planted later.
First cultivated in 3500BC, olive oil – or “liquid gold” as Homer called it, was not only used in trade, but as medicine as well. A great anti-inflammatory and powerful antioxidant, there is no denying the powerful health benefits of olive oil.
Over a hundred scientists and researchers, including doctors, nutritionists, agronomists, food technologists, and chemists, have…
Greek olive oil at the top of the world for 2023 – The achievements of Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms
The Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms once again achieved great distinctions by reaching the top positions of the…
Food exports in the 11th month of 2023 amounted to €6.9 billion from €6.3 billion,…
For over 2,500 years, the olive tree of the Acropolis has remained a worthy symbol of Athens, an undying and ancient representation of prosperity, peace, hope, and resurrection. Planted by the Goddess Athena herself, as Greek mythology would have it, the tree has suffered many fires and mutilations as invaders have come and gone. But a sprig was always saved to be planted later.
Ancient Greeks used olive oil in its purest form for softer, shinier hair and to…
For 2023, the 20th CEUCO Congress was concluded with great success and attendance, including that…