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Rosa Vano is the owner and commercial manager of Castillo De Caneno, a Virgin Olive Oil producer in the south of Spain. She explores the vast and important industry growth she has witnessed during her career in Olive Oil; from flavor profiles, varietals, and geographical expansion. Learn why Rosa urges consumers to think about their health first when considering sustainability.
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Professor Rosa Lamuela of University of Barcelona talks antioxidants, the distinction between different kinds of Olive Oil and analyzes varieties of fat. Watch the rest of the IOC series to learn more about this permanent crop from a diverse group of olive oil experts, chefs, scientists and growers.
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Maria Raquel Lucas, Professor, University of Evora, Breaks down the logistics of Olive Oil production, quality and sustainability. She dissects the meaning of ‘sustainability’ through the intersection of soil, water efficiency, energy and waste management and human resource management. Watch the rest of the IOC series to learn more about this permanent crop from a diverse group of olive oil experts, chefs, scientists and growers.
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Kiki Zinoviadou, Dean of Perrotis College and food scientist tells us about the increase in demand for Olive Oil and the potential for further expansion into sustainability efforts through changes in packaging and regenerative agriculture. Watch the rest of the IOC series to learn more about this permanent crop from a diverse group of olive oil experts, chefs, scientists and growers.
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Joseph R. Profaci, Executive Director at North American Olive Oil Association, tells us why he believes Olive Oil has the holy trinity - health, taste and sustainability. He explains why he believes education and consumer awareness is essential to the future of Olive Oil. Watch the rest of the IOC series to learn more about this permanent crop from a diverse group of olive oil experts, chefs, scientists and growers.
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Chef and Environmental Consultant Jehangir Mehta joins us for a conversation at the International Olive Conference where he explores Olives through the lens of versatility and mindfulness. Watch the rest of the IOC series to learn more about this permanent crop from a diverse group of olive oil experts, chefs, scientists and growers.
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Join us in a conversation with Director of the UC Davis Olive Center, Javier Fernandez Salvador who discusses the ethos of the International Olive Conference and why he believes Olives are an important crop for the future of humanity. Watch the rest of the IOC series to learn more about this permanent crop from a diverse group of olive oil experts, chefs, scientists and growers.
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Olive Growing Specialist and Professor of Fruit Tree Science Ricardo Gucci joins us in a discussion about Polyphenolics, accessibility and sustainability of Olives. Watch the rest of the IOC series to learn more about this permanent crop from a diverse group of olive oil experts, chefs, scientists and growers.
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