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Mediterranean diet – Olive oil as the foundation of one of the healthiest dietary patterns
Decades of research show that this dietary pattern protects against chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer, while also having a positive effect on longevity.
Olive Grove After Flowering: Key Measures
Flowering is one of the most important phases in the annual cycle for olive growers, but what comes immediately after is equally critical for the quality and quantity of the future harvest.
The olive tree enters the most important phase of the year: flowering and fruit set
What needs to be done in the olive grove right now — from foliar feeding to pest control.
NYIOOC 2026 – Outstanding Success for Olive Growers and Producers of Šibenik-Knin County
NYIOOC 2026 – the world’s largest olive oil competition – this year brought together producers from 29 countries with 1,021 entries, awarding 464 gold and 234 silver medals. Croatia stood out as one of the leading countries, winning a total of 128 awards – 103 gold and 25 silver from 144 entries, placing second behind Italy, ahead of Greece, the USA and Spain. We are especially proud of our members
OLEUM PRIMUM DALMATICUM – Four Dalmatian counties raising the quality standard of extra virgin olive oil together – Dalmatian oil is ULTRA VIRGIN
Dalmatian olive growers from all four counties gathered in Novigrad to further strengthen the quality standard of olive oil through the Oleum Primum Dalmaticum initiative and the ULTRA VIRGIN brand label.
Importance of olive tree pruning
Proper olive tree pruning essentially means balancing the root system and the canopy, ensuring better light distribution and reducing the risk of disease. In this article, we explain the basic principles of pruning and its impact on yield, tree longevity and oil quality.
VINOcom 2025 – The Ultra Extra Association Presented Premium Olive Oils of Its Members
VINOcom is one of the most important and best-attended international wine and gastronomy fairs in the region, bringing together leading producers, professionals, and lovers of fine food and drink.
Days of olive oils of Šibenik-Knin County hinterland
Join us at the days of olive oils of the Šibenik-Knin County hinterland – educational workshops, tastings, and the opportunity to meet the olive growers behind award-winning olive oils await you.
New brand of Dalmatian extra virgin olive oil: ULTRA VIRGIN – Call to members
The Ultra Extra Association invites its members to join an initiative that strengthens the shared identity, recognition, and value of our olive oils.