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Olive Oil Timeless Relevance – Part 1: Ancient Roots and Cultural Significance
March 18, 2024
Olive oil is not only a flagship culinary staple of the Mediterranean, but an emblem...
Cold Pressed vs Cold Extracted Olive Oil: ALL You Need To Know
February 7, 2024
In the olive oil world, where the terms “Cold Pressed” and “Cold Extracted” stand out...
From Tree to Table: The Journey of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
January 10, 2024
Ever wondered what makes for extra virgin olive oil’s top quality, fragrant flavors and heath...
Olive Harvesting Best Practices: How Care, Timing, and Technique Shape Exceptional Olive Oils
November 14, 2023
Harvesting is not only a flagship moment kickstarting the olive oil making process, but it...
Preserving Extra Virgin Olive Oil Quality: A Guide to Proper Storage
October 27, 2023
Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), often referred to as "liquid gold", is arguably the healthiest...
Zejd awarded first prize for the "Ripe fruitiness" category
April 5, 2022
Zejd was awarded the first prize for his participation in the 9th National Extra Virgin...
Zejd awarded first prize for the "Ripe fruitiness" category
April 5, 2022
Olivetrade participated in the 25th National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Contest held during HORECA 2018...
Olivetrade participated in Agri-Food Innovation Day
February 10, 2021
Olivetrade partnered with a startup, RiginO, to implement a Proof of Concept on the end-to-end...
Olive Trade Exhibits at LDE Lebanon, Promoting Authentic Lebanese Olive Oil Craftsmanship
August 27, 2020
Olivetrade exhibited at Lebanese Diaspora Energy conference (LDE) that took place on 7th to 9th of June, 2019. 
Christmas 2018: Zejd’s Gift of Hope Celebrates Giving, Community, and the Spirit of Sharing
August 27, 2020
In support of the Children's Cancer Center of Lebanon, a pioneer in the free treatment of children with cancer that relies completely on donations, Olivetrade designed a special line of gift boxes where 20% of the proceeds was remitted to the CCCL’s cause.
Celebrating the “Mouneh” Book: Preserving Lebanese Traditions of Olive Oil, Harvest, and Heritage
August 27, 2020
Barbara Massad lunched her new " -  Preserving Foods for the Lebanese Pantry - at Tawlet on saturday the 18th of November. it features the story of Youssef Fares producing high quality olive oil ...A must have book!!!