Our company will participate in ”Foodexpo Greece 2024”, which will take place in Athens at Metropolitan Expo Center on 09-11 March 2024, we await you at Hall 4 Stand No C-06. We would like to inform you that our company Critida – Bio Cretan Olive Oil  will participate in the international food exhibition “FoodExpo 2024” that will take place in Athens, Greece at the Cologne Exhibition Center between 09-11 March 2024, we are waiting for you at our booth located in Hall 4 Stand No C-06.   THE LEADING F&B TRADE SHOW IN SOUTHEAST EUROPE   international food exhibition “FoodExp ..read more

Artificial Intelligence and Olive Oil Cultivation and Production Artificial intelligence: international research team brought Innovation in olive oil production Short-term scenarios on which to base investments, take preventive measures and take action with agronomic practices will be available to olive oil producers with the help of artificial intelligence, thanks to an international research team. The joint research team from the Italian National Research Council (CNR), the Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Development (ENEA) and the University of California, Berkeley ..read more

Use of olive oil for hair care Olive oil is a natural product that has many benefits for hair care. It can moisturize, nourish, protect, and repair the hair, making it shiny, soft, and healthy. In this blog post, we will explore how to use olive oil for hair care, what are the best types of olive oil to choose, and what are some precautions to take. How to use olive oil for hair care There are different ways to use olive oil for hair care, depending on your hair type, condition, and desired results. Here are some common methods: – As a pre-shampoo treatment: Apply olive oil to your dry hair ..read more

Balancing Cholesterol With Olive Oil Can olive oil lower cholesterol? Olive oil does not contain cholesterol. Cholesterol is a type of fat that is found in animal products, while olive oil is a plant-based oil derived from olives. Olive oil is primarily composed of monounsaturated fats, which are considered heart-healthy and can help lower levels of LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, often referred to as “bad” cholesterol. Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been credited with balanced cholesterol levels, lower incidences of heart disease and diabetes, and longer life span This article talks ..read more

Tips for how to store your olive oil Correct storage of olive oil Storing olive oil properly is important to maintain its quality and prevent it from becoming rancid. To keep olive oil fresh for an extended period, it’s crucial to take specific steps to minimize factors that contribute to the deterioration of your olive oil. Here are some tips on how to store olive oil: Keep it in a Cool, Dark Place: exposure to heat and light can accelerate the oxidation process and degrade the quality of olive oil. Store it in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Choose a T ..read more

What is Early Harvest Olive Oil? Early harvest olive oil, also known as early pressed or early harvest extra virgin olive oil, refers to olive oil that is produced from olives that are harvested earlier in the growing season. The timing of the harvest can significantly affect the flavor, aroma, chemical composition and organoleptic characteristics and as well as the life cycle (self life) of the resulting olive oil. Olive trees typically produce olives in the late fall, and the harvesting season can extend from October to February in the Northern Hemisphere. Early harvest olive oil is made ..read more

Olive Oil Ingredients - composition of the Olive Oil The Olive Oil Ingredients What are the ingredients in pure olive oil?  The chief active components of olive oil include oleic acid, phenolic constituents, and squalene. Olive oil consists mainly of oleic acid (up to 83%), with smaller amounts of other fatty acids including linoleic acid (up to 21%) and palmitic acid (up to 20%). Approximately, 98%–99% of EVOO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil (the saponifiable fraction) is made up of triglycerides in the form of mostly MUFAs (oleic acid), considerable amounts of polyunsaturated fats (linoleic ..read more

The Olive Oil prices in 2023 – why the prices of olive oil are very increased this year? As of September 2023 the wholesaler price of Olive Oil is at a current level of 9.364,94 USD/mt, up from 9.034,55 USD/mt last month and up from 4.316,42 USD/mt one year ago. This is a change of 3,66% from last month (Aug 2023) and 117,0% from one year ago. (prices are USD per Metric Ton, for Extra Virgin Olive Oil of less than 1% free fatty acid. Ex-tanker price UK) SOURCE: https://ycharts.com/indicators/olive_oil_price) Olive Oil prices have increased to an all-time high – Spanish extra virgin oliv ..read more

The Olive Oil prices in 2023 – why the prices of olive oil are very increased this year? As of September 2023 the wholesaler price of Olive Oil is at a current level of 9.364,94 USD/mt, up from 9.034,55 USD/mt last month and up from 4.316,42 USD/mt one year ago. This is a change of 3,66% from last month (Aug 2023) and 117,0% from one year ago. (prices are USD per Metric Ton, for Extra Virgin Olive Oil of less than 1% free fatty acid. Ex-tanker price UK. SOURCE: https://ycharts.com/indicators/olive_oil_price) Olive Oil prices have increased to an all-time high – Spanish extra virgin oliv ..read more

We would like to inform you that our company Critida – Bio Cretan Olive Oil  will participate in the international exhibition “Anuga 2023” that will take place in Cologne, Germany at the Cologne Exhibition Center between 07-11 October 2023, we are waiting for you at our booth located in Hall 11.2 Stand No F-060A.   Food and Beverages trade fair – Anuga 2023 Cologne Germany (Cologne Exhibition Center) Company’s name: CRITIDA – BIO CRETAN OLIVE OIL Hall: 11.2 Stand No: F-060A Contact person: Mr. Ioannis Andreadakis Contact mobile phone: +30 697 2421043 (Mr. Ioannis Andreadakis) Ema ..read more