Heat treatment applied at a temperature above 100º C to remove all forms of life, including spores. It is an absolute term implying the loss of viability or removal of all the micro–organisms contained in a food, which is treated in such a way as to prevent subsequent contamination.
Brazil seeks to join the International Olive Council
MADRID, SPAIN / 09.09.2026
Brazil has formally submitted its request to become a member of the International Olive Council (IOC), marking a significant step forward in the relationship between the Organisation and one of the world’s most dynamic...
Iraq officially joins the International Olive Council
MADRID, SPAIN / 09.09.2026
Iraq officially became a member of the International Olive Council (IOC) on 8 August 2026, further expanding the Organisation’s membership and strengthening its presence in the Middle East. The accession follows two years...

