Food Fraud in the olive oil industry often involves mislabeling refined oils as extra virgin or blending high-quality lots with cheaper substitutes. This deceptive practice compromises the authenticity and health benefits of the product, robbing consumers of essential antioxidants. Ensuring traceability from the grove to the bottle is vital to protect the market’s integrity. By staying informed, buyers can avoid counterfeit products and support the genuine wellness of honest producers.
Why Does the International Quality Seal (QvExtra!) Make a Difference When Choosing Premium EVOO? Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) has been historically recognized for its cardiovascular benefits, but now, for the first time in Spain, a group of 36 high-quality national brands has managed to legally certify on their labels
How to Detect If Gastronomy’s Liquid Gold Has Been Blended with Cheap Oils? Adulterating EVOO is a persistent fraud despite the fact that this food product is one of the most strictly controlled and regulated under European legislation. Methods to adulterate olive oil are becoming increasingly sophisticated, which, according to
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