ONZ members are now receiving an extra benefit from Certification, with the results also including each oil’s polyphenol content. Polyphenols are nature’s antioxidants and are a major source of EVOO’s much-lauded health benefits, so having proof of polyphenol content is not only a marker of the quality of your oil but also a great marketing tool. With the competition period currently in full swing, it’s handy to note that polyphenol content also gives a good indication as to EVOO style (mild – polyphenols /= 300mg/kg) and is therefore a good indicator of the appropriate entry category for your oil. ONZ Certification documents are available for downloading from the Olives NZ website here. For more information see the Olives NZ website or contact executive officer Gayle Sheridan at: admin@olivesnz.org.nz.
