Cumulative lethal rate during heat processes performed at temperatures below 100 ºC. A value of at least 15 units must be reached. Propionic bacteria are considered the reference micro–organisms for table olives, for which the equation of the thermal death time is defined by a reference temperature equal to 62.4 ºC and a z curve of 5.25.
IOC and CIHEAM Zaragoza to organise two regional training courses in May 2026
The International Olive Council (IOC), in collaboration with the International Centre for Advanced Mediterranean Agronomic Studies (CIHEAM Zaragoza), will organise two regional training courses in May 2026 as part of its...
IOC and UPM sign MoU
MADRID, SPAIN / 16.03.2026
The International Olive Council (IOC) and the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM) in Spain have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in the olive sector. The agreement was signed by Mr...

