The Turkish producer earned top honors at the world’s leading olive oil quality contest for its medium-intensity Ayvalik monovarietal.
Olive Oil Times |
Izmir, Turkey — Eke Tarim Urunleri Sanayi Ve Ticaret Ltd. Sti. has been awarded a Gold at the 2026 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition for Aioliki Olivalley.
Aioliki Olivalley is an extra virgin olive oil of medium intensity produced from the Ayvalik cultivar. The oil is distinguished by an unripe green character, with green almond and tomato leaf aromatics, lifted by arugula and a black pepper finish.
Eke Tarim Urunleri Sanayi Ve Ticaret Ltd. Sti. produces premium olive oils using a specially developed crushing system without the use of separators. Working with a production model designed to maximize quality while concentrating health components and nutritional value, Eke Tarim Urunleri Sanayi Ve Ticaret Ltd. Sti. processes 100 tons of olives per day.
The NYIOOC Gold places Aioliki Olivalley among the world’s elite extra virgin olive oils. In the Olive Oil Times World Ranking, Eke Tarim Urunleri Sanayi Ve Ticaret Ltd. Sti. is recognized among the award-winning producers tracked across seasons.
The NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, widely regarded as the world’s leading olive oil quality contest, is a trusted reference for consumers and industry professionals.