As the Olive Oil Commission of California begins its third olive oil season, this program which exists to ensure that California olive oil is trusted and valued, is making some changes that will allow more producers to become part of the program and be recognized as members of this important new organization. Voluntary Program Offered for Smaller Producers Under the Commission law which established the OOCC, olive oil handlers who produce 5,000 gallons or more per year are required to … [Read more...]
OOCC Research Targets Effective Management Strategies for Olive Knot
OOCC Research targets effective management strategies for olive knot One of the most important activities of the Olive Oil Commission of California is the funding of research projects. One such project currently in progress examines potential treatments to prevent olive knot in California orchards. The work is being done by Dr. Jim Adaskaveg, noted researcher from the Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology at the University of California, Riverside. Dr. Adaskaveg gave a thorough … [Read more...]
New Disease Reported in California Olive Orchards
During a recent meeting of the Olive Oil Commission of California, several board members reported evidence of a new disease that appears to be affecting California olive trees. Posted here are pictures by University of California Plant Pathologist Florent Trouillas which illustrate symptoms in twigs and leaves from infected orchards that may help you determine if this problem occurs in your olive orchards. According to Trouillas, the putative pathogen, known as Neofabraea, was … [Read more...]
What the Olive Oil Quality Tests Tell Us
The growers of the Olive Oil Commission of California have completed a second year of mandatory testing using the parameters laid out by the California Department of Food and Agriculture Grade and Labeling Standards for Olive Oil, Refined-Olive Oil and Olive-Pomace Oil (the “CDFA Olive Oil Standard” for short). Olive oil quality testing performed through the OOCC serves a dual purpose. The more important of the two purposes is probably talked about the least. So, we want … [Read more...]
Bringing the OOCC Informational Meeting to YOU
In January, the Olive Oil Commission of California held a very important informational meeting for industry members. The event, which took place at the California Farm Bureau Federation office in Sacramento, was well attended and informative. And so, we are posting recordings of the presentations from this meeting here on our website. This way, you can have the benefit of attending this important event without leaving your desk chair. Simply visit the Members Section of our website where you … [Read more...]
Olive Oil Commission of California to Hold Informational Meeting January 13 in Sacramento
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 4, 2016 contact: Chris Zanobini phone: (916) 441-1581 Olive Oil Commission of California to Hold Informational Meeting January 13 in Sacramento Sacramento, CA -- California olive oil producers, industry members and other interested parties are encouraged to attend a special informational meeting on the Olive Oil Commission of California’s testing program and other important topics involving California olive oil. The meeting will be held January 13 from 1 p.m. … [Read more...]
OOCC 2016 Informational Program Set for January 13 in Sacramento
Attention all California olive oil producers, industry members and interested parties – please mark your calendars and plan to attend a special informational meeting on the Olive Oil Commission of California’s testing program and presentations on important research topics. The meeting will be held January 13 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the first floor conference room of the California Farm Bureau Federation offices in Sacramento. California's new commission and its standard are getting a … [Read more...]
Why Virgins Aren’t Pure, and Other Olive Oil Confusion
Author: Alexandra Devarenne Publication: Edible Silicon Valley For such a revered food, olive oil is often clouded in controversy and, well, scandal. Journalist Tom Mueller’s 2012 book Extra Virginity: The Sublime and Scandalous World of Olive Oil exposed many Americans to the shadowy side of the olive oil trade, and legislation, the internet and other media keep the conversation alive. Why this cloud of suspicion, these constant accusations of funny business? The answer is simple: … [Read more...]
The Olive Oil Commission of California Calendar
For olive oil producers, late fall is a rewarding, but busy, time of year. By now, the hard work of harvesting olives is nearing completion and most of the oil has been milled and is resting in tanks. The fresh, spicy olio nuovo is gracing the holiday table and making everything taste better. Soon the first of the regular release oil will be bottled and the 2015/2016 California olive oil season begins. With the creation of the Olive Oil Commission of California and its mandatory government … [Read more...]
Welcome to the Olive Oil Commission of California!
As the Olive Oil Commission of California moves into its second harvest and milling season since its establishment in March 2014, the organization continues to evaluate grade and labeling standards for California olive oil with some changes going into effect for the new season. Most notably, the Olive Oil Commission of California (OOCC) has cleared up a loophole that existed in its initial standards with respect to Harvest Dates that may be printed on bottles of California olive oil. New … [Read more...]