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Kritsa Agricultural Cooperative
Founded in 1927 in Kritsa (Crete), the cooperative brings together almost 900 producer-members and offers top-quality extra-virgin olive oil, the fruit of collective expertise handed down over almost a century.
A long history in Kritsa
Situated at 300-700 m above sea level in the hills around Kritsa down to Mirabello Bay, the cooperative enjoys a semi-mountainous microclimate with intense sunshine, perfect for growing Koroneiki.
The mill opened in 1937. The collective blending of the olives enables immediate pressing on the same day, ensuring acidity of less than 0.3% and uniform quality. .
Modern equipment in the service of tradition
The cooperative has :
recent installations with Alfa Laval machines, 700-ton stainless steel tanks;
various bottling lines (60 ml to 5 L);
international certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 22000/HACCP
Annual production is around 950,000 kg of extra virgin olive oil.
Taste profile & health benefits
A fragrant oil, with intense green fruitiness, spicy-peppery notes and measured bitterness.
Rich in polyphenols (approx. 574 ppm), eligible for the EU 432/2012 health label for its positive contribution against oxidative stress.
Controlled acidity and stability thanks to rapid, careful pressing.
Quality & analysis
The cooperative excels in combining tradition and innovation:
Rapid cold pressing, acidity <0.3%.
Rich in polyphenols (574 ppm) for health benefits (anti-inflammatory, antioxidant).
ISO/HACCP certifications for impeccable safety and traceability.
Perfect for the table and health
In the kitchen: sublimates salads, soups, vegetables and fish.
Raw: allow tasting with a spoon to fully appreciate the aromas.
Kritsa oil is also renowned for its gentle cosmetic uses (e.g. hair/skin care).
Awards & recognition
Mario Solinas Quality Award (International Olive Council) in 2008, Koroneiki single-varietal category.
Gold medal at the Berlin Global Olive Oil Awards, mention Global Elite Oils 2020.
Multiple medals at Top 50 EVOO Athens 2021, International Olive Oil Competition Zurich 2011, Gold Taste London 2012, etc.
