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Mario Solinas Quality Award: New deadline 25 February 2026

MADRID, SPAIN / 13.02.2026

The Mario Solinas Quality Award for the Northern Hemisphere has extended its deadline for entries to 25 February.

The International Olive Council encourages all eligible producers to submit their applications and samples before the new closing date.

This extension reinforces the IOC’s commitment to promoting quality in extra virgin olive oil by encouraging wider participation in the Mario Solinas Quality Award and recognising excellence in sensory characteristics.

Samples can be sent from Tuesday to Friday (IOC headquarters are closed on Mondays).

Further information is available on the IOC website.

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