Mediterranean Network for the Promotion of Sustainability & Authenticity in Olive Oil Sector

Programme 2021 - 2027 Interreg VI-B EURO Mediterranean (EURO MED)

Date of latest update: 2026-01-27

Description

Description (EN):

Despite the fact that olive oil products are the most important agri-food products in the Med Area being the backbone of socio-economic and cultural life, serious difficulties had been encountered in exploiting the huge symbolic capital and integrating environmental friendly methods into SMEs activated in olive oil sector. “OliveOilMedNet” project main objective is to improve the olive oil sector by introducing innovative and effective ways through testing & validating relevant novel and eco-friendly concepts (e.g. instruments, methods, models) on the field of “sustainability” and “authenticity”. To attain its’ objective, the “OliveOilMedNet” project brings together Public Authorities, Producers’ Associations and Research Institutions from 7 Mediterranean countries, adopting, further building and go beyond on the existing practices that have been developed in other projects, by strengthen the capacity of a) the national/regional/local authorities engaged in the policymaking in the olive oil sector, and b) the olive oil companies to produce more competitive, “authentic” and “green” olive oil products, in collaboration with academic / research institutions and social society organization in the logic of 4helix, through the: - identification and certification of the variety/botanical identity, specific organoleptic and quality characteristics, and geographical origin (authenticity) of extra virgin olive oils from different olive cultivars in the Mediterranean Area with the use of a classification model capable for olive cultivar/geographical prediction, - development of an innovative network of stakeholders throughout the olive oil chain for the promotion of sustainable production and consumption practices to mitigate climate change impacts on the environment, - introduction of eco-friendly cultivation techniques, sustainable technology solutions in olive groves and olive oil mills, and the use of socio-economic and environmental evaluation tools and methodologies.

Description (FR):

Malgré le fait que les produits de l'huile d'olive soient les produits agroalimentaires les plus importants dans l'Espace Med, de difficultés ont été rencontrées dans l'exploitation de capital symbolique et l'intégration de méthodes respectueuses de l'environnement dans les PME actives du secteur de l'huile d'olive. L'objectif principal du "OliveOilMedNet" est d'améliorer le secteur de l'huile d'olive par l’introduction de moyens en testant et en validant des concepts nouveaux et respectueux de l'environnement dans le domaine de la "durabilité" et de "l'authenticité". Pour atteindre son objectif, « OliveOilMedNet » rassemble les autorités publiques, les associations de producteurs et les institutions de recherche de 7 pays méd, adoptant, développant et dépassant les pratiques existantes (d'autres projets), par le renforcement de la capacité a) des autorités engagées dans l'élaboration des politiques dans le secteur de l'huile d'olive, et b) des sociétés oléicoles pour produire des produits d'huile d'olive plus compétitifs, «authentiques» et «verts», en collaboration avec des institutions universitaires / de recherche et l'organisation sociale et sociétale dans la logique de 4helix, à travers : - l’identification et la certification de l'identité variétale/botanique, des caractéristiques organoleptiques et qualitatives spécifiques et de l'origine géographique (authenticité) des huiles d'olive extra vierges de différents cultivars d'olive dans la région méd à l'aide d'un modèle de classification, - le développement d'un réseau innovant d'acteurs tout à la chaîne de l'huile d'olive pour la promotion de pratiques de production et de consommation durables afin d'atténuer les impacts du changement climatique, - l’introduction de techniques de culture respectueuses de l'environnement, de solutions technologiques durables dans les oliveraies et les moulins à huile d'olive, et l’utilisation d'outils et de méthodologies d'évaluation socio-économique et environnementale.

Actual Achievements (EN):

WP1 LP prepared the Detailed Plan of the Act. 1.1 accompanied with a "Data Collection Template" and presented it to the partnership during the Kick-off Meeting. Until 06.2024 LP, PP4, PP5, PP8, PP9 and PP10 worked on the filling of the “Data Collection Template” and made all relevant contacts with various stakeholders to ensure that the data collected is representative of the national reality. Moreover, specific information has been collected about relevant instruments, strategies and solutions already developed/ implemented in the framework of previous projects. Furthermore, PP2 and PP10 prepared the Detailed Plan of the Act. 1.2. and 2 specific methods for the fruit and physicochemical characterisation of olive oils. These two methodology guidelines or protocols are presented to all partners in the Kick-off Meeting and will be applied in the next olive campaign, 2024/25. PP9 completed the reception and setup of the NIRS equipment (FOSS, DS2500L, Serial no. 91879788) has been carried out, necessary for the physical-chemical characterization of the olive oils produced. WP3 In the framework of Act. 3.1, LP organised an online Meeting for the establishment the Steering Committee of OliveOilMedNet project on 08/02/2024. All partners participated and the Project Steering Committee (PSC) and the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) were appointed. Also the tasks of Project Steering Committee was determined and the following persons were appointed: PC, FM, CM, RAC, CFC, DPO and ALP. The Kick-off Meeting of the project was organised (hybrid) by LP on 13 & 14/05/2024 in the held of the Chamber. All partners participated and the work plan was agreed. Activity leaders presented the detail plan of the activities. LP prepared the Risk Management & Quality Assurance Plan which describe specific processes, roles/responsibilities to ensure the successful implementation of the project. Furthermore, PP9 selected 18 farmers and 2 olive mills in Andalusia to participate in the test phases of the project and prepared a seminar on harvesting and production techniques of early olive oils. The project web site is ready and feeded with information photographes and news about the project. Also social media are created. Press releases were published in project website and the institutional web site. Communication guidelines are followed. On 13.05.2024 an info day was organised by LP in the held of the Chamber. In this event LP and PP2 after the project presentation discussed with SMEs highlighting the benefits that they will be emerged from the implementation of OliveOilMedNet project. In this event olive farmers, olive oil producers and a representative from Region of Epirus participated informed about the project and its objectives. Moreover, a WhatsApp network has been established between farmers and olive oil millers selected in Spain by the University of Jaen. Finally, in the framework of Act. 3.3, LP, PP7 and PP9 participated in the event "SHAPING SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION IN THE MEDITERRANEAN" organised by ISE in Marseille on 18 and 19 May 2024, in World Trade Center. In more detail Preveza Chamber participated in the Launch of the Community of Practice of the Innovative Sustainable Economy Mission and in the 1st edition of the MED Innovation Day. Based on the above, the implementation of the project had started smoothly and on time contributing to the promotion of sustainability, authenticity and eco-friendly cultivation and production concepts in the olive oil sector, which is the main aim of WP1. Finally, all the above tasks has been designed and implemented with the active participation of all transnational project’s partners. The project's specific objectives are partly achieved. We are already testing methodologies of authenticity in a great nummber of producers in all participating countries. Moreover, the preliminary framework for the organisation of the Capacity building activities was dicusssed outlining key objectives and planned actions. The development of the e-network platform has started The preliminary study has been finilised, with evaluated data, from the participating countries (Greece, Italy, France, Cyprus, Albania, Portugal and Spain), regarding the folowing subjects: - Olive Oil Description / Current situation - Prospects & Trends of the Olive – Oil Sector - Identified instruments, strategies, tools for the authenticity certification of olive oils - Eco-friendly cultivation techniques and production processes in the olivewas completed with the contribution of partners that completed the Data collection template with information concerning their country/region. The activity 1.2 is under finilisation. Two methodologies are developing concerning a)the identification and certification of geographical origin of extra virgin olive oils,b) the use eco-friendly cultivation techniques and sustainable technological solutions and the use of the socio-economic and envir. evaluation tools. All PPs invited olive oil producers to participate in the pilot activity of the project. The specialized staff of every partner, with knowledge in the field, contacted the interested olive oil producers and confirmed their eligibility. Moreover all PPs started collecting olive oil samples. The collected samples were recorded, stored and sent to the laboratory for analyses.The sample collection of all PPs concerned specific local varieties. The data base with the results of chemical and organoleptic analysis is developed. The preliminary framework for the organisation of the Capacity building activities was dicusssed outlining key objectives and planned actions.The development of the e-network platform has started. The project web site and project’ s social media were feeded with information photographs and news about the project. Press releases were published. All partners disseminate the project in their communication channels. Finally, the project video was developed and the 4 pages leaflet was designed. Also yhe project was disseminated in a national chanel and an info day was organised to informed stakeholders about the project. Partnership participate in ISE CoP gathering, also an interview was given and the the video presenting the Cluster of Agri-food System was developed. Partnership make efforts to reduce the emmission carbon footprint. Regarding the certification of the authenticity of extra virgin olive oil (act 1.3), all PPs selected the appropriate beneficiaries (farmers and mill owners). Olive oil samples from selected local monovarietal extra virgin olive oils, collected during the two sampling periods of the first year (2024–2025) in the framework of the test phase, were recorded, stored, and transferred for laboratory analysis. These samples contribute both to the Olive Oil Composition Data Set and to the development of the authenticity model. LP and P8 sent samples to PP2, PP4 sent samples to P9, and P5 sent samples to P6. PP2, PP6, PP9, and PP10, which have the necessary laboratories, along with P7 through a subcontractor, carried out the chemical and organoleptic analyses. Only at P9, the sensory evaluation of oils from this first campaign is still pending. The results of these analyses were transmitted to P2 for further integration into the project’s digital outputs. This activity supports the identification of authentic extra virgin olive oils. Concerning sustainable practices (act 1.4), PP9 requested that all PPs select 10 beneficiaries and collect data related to farming and processing techniques. Most PPs gathered and submitted detailed information on cultivation methods, production techniques, and marketing practices of their selected beneficiaries. The completed data, structured in an Excel file, was then submitted to PP9 for assessment. The results of the above analyses of monovarietal extra virgin olive oil samples, regarding authenticity, have been compiled into a comprehensive dataset that will serve as the foundation for the online Authentic Olive Data Bank (D.2.1.1). The content of the Sustainable Olive Oil Growing & Production Methodology Handbook (D.2.2.1) was determined by P9 and agreed upon by the PPs, with some PPs contributing to the preparation of specific chapters. PP4 organized the 3rd Steering Committee Meeting, held on 3–4 April 2025 in Alentejo, Portugal. PPs met to review project progress and take decisions. In addition, the 1st Hybrid Peer Learning Event and the 1st Demonstration Event were (act 3.1) held on 3 and 4 April respectively, also in Alentejo. Both events focused on olive oil authenticity. PPs actively engaged in discussions and knowledge exchange during these events. The Demonstration Event attracted a large number of producers and stakeholders from 10 different countries, many of whom were also participating in the 14th International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition – Ovibeja Award 2025, one of the most prestigious international olive oil competitions in the world. Regarding the E-Training (act 3.1) component, PP7 provided guidelines for the development of seminar materials. The proposed topics were reviewed and validated by the consortium, laying the foundation for the upcoming digital learning modules. Regarding D3.2.1 e networking Platform, P5 made a presentation in the 3rd Project Meeting and the content was agreed. PP5 prepared the action plan (act 3.2) for the establishment of the OliveOilMedNet. P7 contributed to drafting the Action Plan and took full responsibility for preparing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which will serve as a key framework for future cooperation within the Med Olive Oil Network. Moreover, LP and P8 contributed to the finalisation of both the Action Plan and the MoU to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Network. Furthermore, PPs developed contacts with various entities in the olive oil sector to attract them to join the Network (Activity 3.2). Several expressions of interest were received, supporting the establishment of the Network. In particular, LP, P2, P4, P7, P8, and P10 contributed to an Excel database of stakeholders, which includes declarations of interest from parties wishing to join the project’s MoU. On communication, LP supported all project partners in adhering to Euro-MED visibility rules and compiled the 2024 communication reports and data. As part of dissemination, LP uploaded materials to the project’s website and social media platforms, sharing information, photos, and event updates. Press releases were published, and all partners promoted the project through their respective communication channels. A highlight was PP9’s project presentation at EXPOLIVA 2025. Finally, the project was represented in several events under the Innovative Sustainable Economy (ISE) Mission, including the 3rd ISE Community of Practice (Sarajevo, April 2025) and several online meetings of the ISE Mentoring & Twinning Programme and Communication Network. These engagements strengthened partnerships and increased the project’s visibility. The PPs also participated in the carbon footprint assessment activity, coordinated by Partner 09 (University of Jaén), contributing data and expertise to support the environmental performance analysis of olive oil production.

Project outputs: The same as english(FR)
Jointly developed tools regarding authenticity certifications & environmental - friendly olive growing and olive oil production practices(EN)
The same as english(FR)
Organizations cooperating(EN)
Website: https://oliveoilmednet.interreg-euro-med.eu/

Thematic information

Green technologies Agriculture and fisheries and forestry

Priority: (VI-B_EM_1) Smarter MED

Priority specific objective: RSO1.1. Developing and enhancing research and innovation capacities and the uptake of advanced technologies

Priority policy objective (Interreg specific objective): PO1 A more competitive and smarter Europe by promoting innovative and smart economic transformation and regional ICT connectivity

Type of intervention: 026 Support for innovation clusters including between businesses, research organisations and public authorities and business networks primarily benefiting SMEs

Partners (11)

Lead Partner: Επιμελητήριο Πρέβεζας

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 929723176

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 090046705 | EL120000016 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: G. SEFERI, 48100 PREVEZA, Greece

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: https://www.prevezachamber.gr

Total budget: EUR 412 200.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 329 760.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 82 440.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Contractors:

Name: EURICON ΕΠΕ
VAT registration or tax identification number: 095426205
Name: K Paraskevas & Sia OE
VAT registration or tax identification number: 081262510

Universiteti bujqësor i Tiranës

Name: Universiteti bujqësor i Tiranës

Department: Department of Agrifood Technology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 972910486

Partner’s ID if not PIC: J61915028N | AL120000004 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: Paisi Vodica, KODER-KAMEZ, 1029 TIRANA, Albania

Department address: Paisi Vodica, KODER-KAMEZ, 1029 Tirana, Albania

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Total budget: EUR 150 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 120 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 30 000.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Contractors:

Name: K1 Sh.p.k
VAT registration or tax identification number: L72227033B
Name: Albania Distribution Chemicals
VAT registration or tax identification number: M11815028I

Universidad de Jaén

Name: Universidad de Jaén

Department: University Institute of Research on Olive Grove and Olive Oils- Unit of Process Engineering

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 999849423

Partner’s ID if not PIC: Q7350006H | ES1Q0000064 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: Campus Las Lagunillas Building C4-006, 23071 Jaén, Spain

Department address: Campus Las Lagunillas Building C4-006, 23071 Jaén, Spain

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: https://www.ujaen.es

Total budget: EUR 300 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 240 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 60 000.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Εμπορικο Και Βιομηχανικο Επιμελητηριο Παφου

Name: Εμπορικο Και Βιομηχανικο Επιμελητηριο Παφου

Department: DEPARTMENT OF EUROPEAN PROGRAMMES

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 948279664

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 90000435N | CY220000003 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: ATHINON AVENUE & CORNER OF A.PAPAGOU , 8100 PAPHOS, Cyprus

Department address: ATHINON AVENUE & CORNER OF A.PAPAGOU, 8100 PAPHOS, Cyprus

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: http://www.pcci.org.cy

Total budget: EUR 250 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 200 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 50 000.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Contractors:

Name: A.G.P. Audit & Consulting LTD
VAT registration or tax identification number: 10254172N
Name: EURICON ΕΠΕ
VAT registration or tax identification number: 095426205

Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Corse

Name: Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Corse

Department: Enterprises and Territories Department

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 411300014574 | FR120000009 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: Adolphe Landry , 20200 BASTIA, France

Department address: Adolphe Landry, 20200 BASTIA, France

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.ccihc.fr/

Total budget: EUR 279 900.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 223 920.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 55 980.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Contractors:

Name: Deloitte & Associés
VAT registration or tax identification number: FR41130014574
Name: Rocca Transport
VAT registration or tax identification number: FR54349395178
Name: CHEM SOLUTIONS
VAT registration or tax identification number: 801644966
Name: Conseil Développement Innovat.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 32255658000031

Associazione dei Produttori Olivicoli con sede a Bari

Name: Associazione dei Produttori Olivicoli con sede a Bari

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 02542020728 | IT220000011 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: Via Michelangelo Signorile, 70121 Bari, Italy

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: https://assoproli.it/

Total budget: EUR 225 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 180 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 45 000.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Contractors:

Name: Fiore Bus srl
VAT registration or tax identification number: 07279490721
Name: MB 1985 srl
VAT registration or tax identification number: 08235630723
Name: La Battigia
VAT registration or tax identification number: 06949200726

Cia – Agricoltori Italiani – Associazione Regionale Puglia

Name: Cia – Agricoltori Italiani – Associazione Regionale Puglia

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 80016260723 | IT220000010 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: VIA NICOLA CACUDI, 70132 BARI, Italy

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Interest groups including NGOs

Website: http://www.cia-puglia.it

Total budget: EUR 250 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 200 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 50 000.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Contractors:

Name: TRIVENTO DAVIDE COSMA
VAT registration or tax identification number: IT03180600714
Name: agriplan srl
VAT registration or tax identification number: 01837350741

Casa do Azeite – Associaηγo do Azeite de Portugal

Name: Casa do Azeite – Associaηγo do Azeite de Portugal

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 919058317

Partner’s ID if not PIC: PT500852316 | PT220000098 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: Rua das Forηas Armadas, 7860-034 Moura, Portugal

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: http://www.casadoazeite.pt

Total budget: EUR 250 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 200 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 50 000.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Contractors:

Name: Galvão Nunes Tavares & Ass
VAT registration or tax identification number: 502215399

Περιφερεια Πελοπονησου

Name: Περιφερεια Πελοπονησου

Department: Region of Peloponnese - Directorate of Agricultural Economy

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 998037420 | EL120000018 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: Plateia Ethnarchou Macariou, 22100 Tripoli, Greece

Department address: Tapias, 22131 Tripoli, Greece

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Regional public authority

Website: https://www.ppel.gov.gr/

Total budget: EUR 85 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 68 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 17 000.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Ελ.Γ.Ο-Δημητρα, Ελληνικος Γεωργικος Οργανισμος Δημητρα

Name: Ελ.Γ.Ο-Δημητρα, Ελληνικος Γεωργικος Οργανισμος Δημητρα

Department: Department of olive and horticultural crops/ Institute of Olive Tree, Subtropical Crops and Viticulture (IOSV)

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 997604027 | EL120000017 | - (FR), - (EN)

Address: Kourtidou & Nirvana, 11145 ATHENS, Greece

Department address: LAKONIKIS, 24100 KALAMATA, Greece

Legal status: public

Organisation type: National public authority

Website: https://www.elgo.gr/

Total budget: EUR 327 800.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 262 240.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 65 560.00

Contractors:

Name: Stelios Hiotis kai SIA OE
VAT registration or tax identification number: 999882084

Universiteti Bujqesor i Tiranës

Name: Universiteti Bujqesor i Tiranës

Department: Department of Agrifood Technology, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food

PIC (Participant Identification Code): 972910486

Partner’s ID if not PIC: J61915028N | AL120000004 | - (EN), - (FR)

Address: Paisi Vodica, KODER-KAMEZ, 1029 TIRANA, Albania

Department address: Paisi Vodica, KODER-KAMEZ, 1029 Tirana, Albania

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: https://ubt.edu.al

Total budget: EUR 150 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 120 000.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 30 000.00

GBER schemes / de minimis: GBER Article 20a

Contractors:

Name: K1 Sh.p.k
VAT registration or tax identification number: L72227033B
Name: Albania Distribution Chemicals
VAT registration or tax identification number: M11815028I

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Agricultural University of Tirana - Faculty of Biotechnology and Food

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Universidad de Jaén

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Paphos Chamber of Commerce and Industry

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Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Corsica

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Olive Producers' Association - Bari

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CIA - Italian Farmers - Regional Association of Puglia

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Portuguese Olive Oil Association

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Region of Peloponnese

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Hellenic Agricultural Organization ''DIMITRA'' (ELGO - DIMITRA)

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ΕΠΙΜΕΛΗΤΗΡΙΟ ΠΡΕΒΕΖΑΣ

Mediterranean Network for the Promotion of Sustainability & Authenticity in Olive Oil Sector

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Universiteti Bujqesor Tiranë

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Summary

Project name (EN): Mediterranean Network for the Promotion of Sustainability & Authenticity in Olive Oil Sector

Project name (FR): Réseau méditerranéen pour la promotion de la durabilité et de l'authenticité dans le secteur de l'huile d'olive

Project acronym: OliveOilMedNet

Project ID: Euro-MED0200570

Project start date: 2024-01-01

Project end date: 2026-09-30

Project status: ongoing

Relevant linked projects:

The same as english (FR), “Authentic-Olive-Net” project funded under “Interreg V-A Greece-Italy 2014-2020”
https://keep.eu/projects/26597/Certification-of-Authentici-EN/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), The project “Authentic-Olive-Net” proposes a method to certify the authenticity of extra virgin and virgin local olive oils, which are being produced in the “Interreg Greece-Italy” area and which are already registered or should become registered under the geographical indication schemes of P.D.O. (protected designation of origin) or P.G.I. (protected geographical indication). The main aim of the project is to efficiently promote the top quality and the competitive advantages of the local olive oils to domestic and international markets, focusing mainly on propping up their entrance to new markets and commercial networks. Furthermore, the project contributes to the establishment of a Network in the Olive Sector in order to develop and offer to the local olive oil companies innovative and global authenticity certification methods, tools, structures, and services.
The proposed project has synergies with the implemented activities and goals achieved by the “Authentic-Olive-Net” project, as intends to build on the available knowledge regarding the methodology of authenticity and goes beyond it through the adaptation and testing to a larger number of beneficiaries, users and territories in the Med Area, as the olive oil samples that will be used they will concern not only 2 countries (Greece and Italy) but 7 countries and different types of olive oils. The result of this action is ensured by the P2 partner that had a critical role also in “Authentic-Olive-Net” project.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the following deliverables of “Authentic-Olive-Net” project:
- “authenticy” tools & organoleptic analysis and Methods, and specific authenticity certification standards,
- good farming - manufacturing practices for olive oil products,
- Basket of Authentic Olive Products ,
- Training Materials and Seminars,
- e-promotion and e-networking platforms. (EN), The same as english (FR), “SUSTAINOLIVE” project funded under “Horizon 2020”
https://sustainolive.eu/?lang=en (EN) | The same as english (FR), The general objective of “SUSTAINOLIVE” was to promote the sustainability of the olive oil sector through the implementation and promotion of innovative and sustainable solution sets in management practices, based on agro ecological concepts and in effective and active exchange of knowledge in the main actors of the sector.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the following deliverables of “SUSTAINOLIVE” project:
- Olive oil mill by-product recovery technologies for agriculture use,
- Sustainable Technological Solutions in olive farms ,
- Socio-economic and environmental evaluation methodologies of the Sustainable Technological Solutions (STS),
- Participatory platform and partnership (EN), The same as english (FR), “ARTOLIO” project funded under “ENI CBCMED”
https://keep.eu/projects/25036/Profitable-and-Sustainable--EN/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), “ARTOLIO” project aimed at establishing, in each participating region, a Native Olive Regional Knowledge Center which provided training on how an artisanal extra virgin olive oil should be produced in order to remain competitive; and, at defining a networking management model for artisanal extra virgin olive oil through a Pan-Mediterranean Platform comprising all Centers, which will assist SMEs across the Mediterranean region in marketing, sales, finance, policy and legislation, at national level and in entering new global markets.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the following deliverables of “ARTOLIO” project:
- chemically and organoleptically quality verification methods of Extra-virgin olive oils,
- agronomic training and guidance materials and courses,
- ARTOLIO Pan-Mediterranean platform, and the collaboration and unionizing models used for the establishment of 8 regional clusters of local farmers. (EN), The same as english (FR), “ARISTOIL” project funded under “INTERREG VB Mediterranean 2014-2020”
https://keep.eu/projects/21303/Reinforcement-of-Mediterran-EN/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), The main objective of ARISTOIL is the reinforcement of Mediterranean olive oil sector competitiveness through development and application of innovative production and quality control methodologies leading to olive oil with enhanced health protecting properties (as recognized by EU 432/2012 regulation). The development of a Mediterranean Cluster for olive oil producers and businesses combined with specialised training, development of innovative methods for identifying the phenolic ingredients of the oil as well as oil producers' support by special product certification is the mixture which will lead to the project's objective.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the following deliverables of “ARISTOIL” project:
- quality control and certification methodologies for olive oils to assure their health protecting properties,
- innovative and sustainable production methods leading to olive oil with enhanced health protecting properties,
- Training Materials and Seminars,
- Mediterranean Cluster for olive oil producers and businesses. (EN), The same as english (FR), “CertO” project funded under the “Puglia Rural Development Program (PSR) 2014-2020”
https://cia-puglia.it/certo/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), The project aimed to apply new methods of analysis and certification of the territorial origin for the Apulian Extra Virgin Olive Oils, performing an accurate characterization of the product, guaranteeing its authenticity on a molecular scale. The methods developed will support the modern analytical methods for controlling the quality of oils, and will therefore become the element of innovation for the regional olive oil POs to guarantee the safety, origin and typicality of regional production. In addition, all the data collected have been implemented in an information system for oil mills which identified the typical characteristics of the oil produced in a specific geographical area and supported commercial policies to increase the competitiveness of Apulian oils. Furthermore, this information has been made accessible thanks to a smart label based on QR code / augmented reality to simplify the approach with the consumer.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the following deliverables of “CertO” project:
- an intra-company certification and intelligent labeling system on the varietal and territorial origin of the extra virgin olive oils made in Puglia to communicate directly with the customer, based on ISO 22005.
- a Farm to Fork traceability system with the use of QRcode. (EN), The same as english (FR), “BIOECO - R.D.I” project funded by “ANDRION”
https://keep.eu/projects/19151/BIO-ECOnomy-Research-Driven-EN/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), BIOECO-RDI aims at developing a Regional Innovation System for the Adriatic-Ionian area based on a structured bio-economy sector though the development of Research Driven Innovation (R.D.I.) strategy at regional and transnational level.
The main activities of BIOECO-RDI aims to:
- create a collaborative network among Adrion regions, enterprises and academia for collaborative research, knowledge transfer and skills development.
- support the enterprise and cluster in the transition process toward an industrial model with higher level of innovation and international collaboration.
- boost the integration between Green- chemistry and Agri-food cluster according with a circular economy approach.
- create an Adriatic-Ionian bio-based product market.
- bridge the gap among the existing wide regional disparities.
- activate a mutual learning process among regions with different levels of R.D.I. and bioeconomy business maturity.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the BIOECO-RDI regional and internazional strategies dealing with the bio-economy and olive oil sector focusing on the re-cycling of olive oil solid wastes and wastewaters from the oil mills. (EN), The same as english (FR), FOOD & WINE MARKETPLACE project funded by “Interreg V-A Italy-Francey 2014-2020”
https://keep.eu/projects/17694/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), The innovative Food and Wine Market Place project intends to develop this approach through multiple themes, such as sustainable development, competitive micro-small and medium-sized enterprises, new jobs, promotion of local areas and business growth. It consists in the development of a virtual platform connecting the supply and demand of agricultural food products with the support of promotional events and partner areas sharing their local knowledge.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the following deliverables of “F&W MARKETPLACE” project:
- virtual platform connecting the supply and demand of agricultural food products,
- promotional events and partner areas sharing their local knowledge. (EN), The same as english (FR), INNOVA project funded by “BALKANMED”
https://keep.eu/projects/18421/Balkan-Mediterranean-Centre-EN/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), INNOVA PROJECT focuses to build and provide new skills and advanced capabilities to SMES for 5 specific sectors (ICT for SMEs, Cultural Heritage and Tourism, Energy and Environment, Agribusiness and Entrepreneurial Culture & business ethics), by developing an open to all virtual, cloud based e-learning tool, the BalkanMed Innova Web-School, which provides open e-Courses) to improve the skills on the above 5 sectors and bridge the gap between any academic education, vocational training & practical entrepreneurial learning, as well as between academic education and labour market.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the structures and provided training services of the “BalkanMed Innova Web-School”. (EN), The same as english (FR), Sustainable Food Production Systems (STEPS)
Erasmus + Capacity Building project
http://steps-project.eu/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), The main aim of STEPS project is the Implementation of a modern MSc programme on “Sustainable food production systems”, in compliance to the Bologna convention., focusing on the following topics:
- food cultures and sociology,
- agriculture and rural development,
- food engineering, quality and safety,
- environmental footprints,
- economics, management and governance.
More specific, the proposed project will build on specific thematic topics (food engineering, quality and safety, environmental footprints) from the curriculum and learning materials of the Master of sciences on Sustainable Food Production Systems. (EN), The same as english (FR), BALKANET project funded by “BALKANMED”
https://keep.eu/projects/18446/BALKAN-IDEAS-NETWORK-FOR-SU-EN/ (EN) | The same as english (FR), The overall objective of the BALKANET project is to favour the potential of innovation, the promotion of applied research and the support to SMEs sustainable adjustment capacity.
More specific, BALKAN by the following three elements: the awareness that it is strategically important to facilitate innovative business models in agro-food sector of BMP area, the conviction that is important to improve transnational cooperation opportunities of the target area, the co-operation that it is necessary to enhance an operative Network through local SME's and research centres with particular regard to young innovators skills, the importance of communication transferring of best practices to foster sustainable growth of the area.
More specific, the proposed project will build on the following deliverables of “BALKANET”:
- similar best practices to foster sustainable growth
- the structure and services provided by the “Project Platform Network” and “Digital web service system”. (EN)

Total budget/expenditure: EUR 2 529 900.00

Total EU funding (amount): EUR 2 023 920.00

Total EU funding (co-financing rate): 80.00%

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Preliminary study
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Two (2) Pilot Test Implementation Methodology Guidelines
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Testing and authenticity reports
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Testing & Socio-economic and Environmental Evaluation reports
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Authentic Olive Data Bank
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Authenticity digital software
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Authenticity demonstration methodology handbook
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Sustainable Olive Oil Growing & Production Methodology Handbook
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Methodology Guide for the Socio-economic and Enviromental Assessment of olive oil products
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Catalogue of Authentic & Green Olive Oil Products
e-networking platform
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Contribution to wider strategies and policies:

EuropeanGreenDeal The same as english
TerritorialAgenda2030 The Territorial Agenda 2030 underlines the importance of and provides orientation for strategic spatial planning and calls for strengthening the territorial dimension of sector policies at all governance levels. It “requires” for actions to encourage communities, municipalities, counties, regions and Member States to cooperate and strengthening socio-economic prosperity, innovation capacity and global competitiveness across Europe. Promotes stable cross-border and transnational cooperation in macro-regional, national, regional and local development strategies. The “OliveOilMedNet” project addresses all the above mentioned issues, as its actions concern transnational cooperation aiming at strengthening territorial cohesion across borders, strengthening the territorial dimension of olive oil sector policies and promoting an integrated and multi-level approach with the collaboration of academic / research institutions and social society organization in the logic of 4helix approach.
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EUStrategyAlpineRegion The project contributes with the EU Strategy for the Alpine Region (EUSALP), as it will contribute to the objective one (1) promoting the innovation through the connection between research centers and enterprises in the olive oil sector. Also it will contribute to objective three (3) by promoting the protection of the environment and avoiding the overexploitation of natural resources.
Other "European Enterprise Network - Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)”
EEN is the largest European network for innovation and entrepreneurship, supporting SMEs to enhance their competitiveness through innovation and co-funded by the European Union's COSME and Horizon 2020 Programmes. The “OliveOilMedNet” project will contribute to the EEN objectives, as its main goal concerns the improvement of the sustainability of the olive oil sector and the support to the olive oil companies to produce more competitive, “authentic” and “green” products.
Other Horizon 2020
The general objective of Horizon 2020 is to help to build a society and an economy based on knowledge and innovation, to provide funding for research, development and innovation. The “OliveOilMedNet” project contributes to this objective introducing innovative and sustainable solutions, tools and artificial intelligence models in agro-food science where researchers will process vast amounts of experimental data into computational models and generate accurate predictions for authenticity related issues.
Other EU Rural Action Plan
The Rural Action Plan aims to foster territorial cohesion and create new opportunities to attract innovative businesses, and leverage the role of sustainable agriculture and diversified economic activities. The The “OliveOilMedNet” project contributes to this objective as encourage territorial cohesion and also support SMES of the olive oil sector to use innovative and sustainable solutions during the cultivation and production processes.
Other Interreg NextMed
One of the challenges that Interreg NextMed Programme tries to address is improving micro, small and medium sized enterprises (MSMEs) competitiveness, internationalization, innovation, productivity and entrepreneurship
. This challenge is also tackled by the “OliveOilMedNet” project through the actions supporting SMEs in the olive oil sector to produce more competitive and “green” products.

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Portugal (PT), Moura, Rua das Forηas Armadas, 9, 7860-034
Shqipëria (AL), Tirana, Paisi Vodica, KODER-KAMEZ, NA, 1029
Shqipëria (AL), Tirana,, Paisi Vodica, KODER-KAMEZ, NA, 1029
España (ES), Jaen, Campus Las Lagunillas Building C4-006, N/A, 23071
Italia (IT), Bari, VIA NICOLA CACUDI, 40, 70132

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RCO 116 - Jointly developed solutions, Measurement unit:
RCO 087 - Organisations cooperating across borders, Measurement unit:

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RCR 104 - Solutions taken up or up-scaled by organisations, Measurement unit:

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PSI1 - Organisations with increased institutional capacity due to their participation in cooperation activities across borders, Measurement unit: organisations

Project part of European Union Macro-Regional or Sea Basin Strategy: EUSALP

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Project part of European Union Macro-Regional or Sea Basin Strategy: EUSAIR

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2021 - 2027 Interreg VI-B EURO Mediterranean (EURO MED)

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2026-01-27

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89 / 89 (100%)

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855 / 855 (100%)

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