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ORGANIC food is food produced by methods that comply with the standards of organic farming. Although varying worldwide, organic agriculture features practices that cycle resources, promote ecological balance, and conserve biodiversity. Organizations regulating organic products may restrict the use of certain pesticides and fertilizers in the farming methods used to produce such products.

The organoleptic profile of an olive oil is an essential factor to assess and determine the quality of the product. In order for olive oils declared as extra virgin to be allowed to circulate as such, they must meet strict sensory or organoleptic requirements according to the applicable law. There are no less than 21 potential misattributes that must not be present in an olive oil declared as extra virgin.

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