Just Olives News 28.06.2026 | In July it starts again! :-)
Dear Olive Oil Friend,
Following a generally stable flowering period in May, the olive groves around Lamporecchio are currently in a healthy, vigorous state. The first small fruits have already formed—an encouraging sign for the upcoming harvest. It is high time, then, for an update on the status of our olives for the 2026 harvest!
Some of the trees are in a natural "off-year" cycle, tending to produce a smaller crop, yet conditions so far suggest promising development. The summer months will now be crucial, as heat, the olive fruit fly, and water availability will help determine the final yield and quality.
We are keeping our fingers crossed that the coming months remain favorable and that these currently green olives mature into fantastic olive oil.
Once again this year, we aim to provide our farmers with the best possible support and supply you with top-quality organic olive oil!
Our annual reminder ;-)
What should you look for when buying olive oil during your summer holiday?
As happens every year, olives in Europe—including the area around Lamporecchio—are not harvested until autumn. The fresh olive oil is expected to arrive at your home in early December. For anyone who has used up their yearly supply, here is a quick recap of the key characteristics of genuine extra virgin olive oil:
Every extra virgin olive oil should smell and taste fresh and fruity, while also offering a certain bitterness and a warming, peppery kick on the finish.
These three qualities stem from the oil's healthy components, such as polyphenols. The fresher and fruitier, the more bitter, and the more peppery your olive oil is, the higher its quality. These very attributes are exactly what give your organic olive oil from Just Olives its wonderful taste! You certainly wouldn't find an olive oil like this in a standard supermarket; if anything, you might find it in an organic shop or a specialty store.
If you want to be sure about quality, sustainability, transparency, and a great lifestyle experience, it’s best to stock up on a generous supply when you visit the Just Olives online shop starting in July! :-)
We are looking forward to a wonderful rest of the summer, and, of course, to the start of the 2025 harvest season!
All the best and see you soon!
Your Carmen, Christian, Cassian and Kate from
Just Olives
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