New York International Olive Oil Competition facts for kids
The New York International Olive Oil Competition (NYIOOC) is a big yearly contest for extra virgin olive oil. It was started in 2013 by Curtis Cord. This competition is the largest of its kind in the world. In 2018, about 1,000 different olive oils from 27 countries joined the contest.
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About the World's Biggest Olive Oil Contest
The New York International Olive Oil Competition, or NYIOOC for short, is a very important event. It helps to find the best extra virgin olive oils from all over the world. Experts judge the oils to see which ones are the highest quality.
Who Can Enter the Competition?
Any company or group that makes or sells extra virgin olive oil can enter the NYIOOC. This includes farms, factories that press olives, co-ops, and even companies that bottle or sell the oil. They pay a fee to enter their olive oil brands into the contest.
How the Winners Are Chosen
The competition takes place over several days in New York City. A team of expert judges tastes and evaluates all the olive oils. They look for the best flavors and qualities. The judges decide which oils deserve awards.
Recent Competition Results
In the 2020 NYIOOC, there were 881 different olive oils entered. Out of these, 584 oils won awards. This included 396 Gold Awards for excellent oils and 188 Silver Awards for very good oils.
Italy won the most awards that year, with 139 winning olive oils. Spain came next with 105 awards. The United States won 74 awards, while producers from Greece won 70. Croatia also did well, winning 60 awards.
When Are the Winners Announced?
The winners of the competition are announced at a special press conference. This event happens in New York on the very last day of judging. It's an exciting time for all the olive oil producers!
