Brazil advances in olive growing with International Recognition from the IOC for the quality of olive oils

The recent visit of the International Olive Council (IOC) to Brazil marked a significant step forward for the national olive industry, highlighting the quality of the olive oils produced, especially in Rio Grande do Sul. According to Renato Fernandes, president of the Brazilian Institute of Olive Growing (Ibraoliva), the IOC's visit was fundamental for the international recognition of the excellence of Brazilian production, further elevating the country's reputation on the global stage. During its visit, the IOC had the opportunity to verify the quality of the olive oils from Rio Grande do Sul, which was highlighted by the director of the Council, Jaime Lillo, who even compared the state's olive oils as “superior to those found in Tuscany, Italy”. Fernandes considers this assessment an important step towards consolidating Brazilian olive oil as a world-class product. In addition to the technical visit, the IOC participated in an event in São Paulo (SP), which was attended by ...