The city of Bastia will host the partners of the ‘OliveOilMedNet’ project from 25 to 27 March 2026 to take part in scheduled meetings and activities, as part of the 5th Meeting of the ‘OliveOilMedNet’ Steering Committee and the launch of the ‘MedOliveOilNet’ network.
The fifth meeting of the ‘OliveOilMedNet’ project is taking place in Bastia (Corsica) from 25 to 27 March at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, specifically at the Hotel Consular in Bastia.
Over the course of the three days, project partners and stakeholders from the olive oil sector will come together to review progress, share tools and best practices, with the aim of strengthening cooperation to achieve more sustainable and authentic olive oil value chains.
5th Meeting of the ‘OliveOilMedNet’ Steering Committee
During the meeting, the project’s Steering Committee will discuss:
1.The test and authenticity reports produced.
2. Updates to the socio-economic and environmental assessments carried out.
3. The Olive Oil Database created.
4. The development of digital authenticity software.
5. The final and preliminary methodological manuals (proof of authenticity, sustainable cultivation and production, assessment guide).
6. The draft Catalogue of Authentic and Organic Olive Oils.
7. The networking platform.
In addition, progress will be discussed regarding capacity building and training, carbon footprint monitoring, as well as aspects relating to communication, risk and quality management, and financial management. In short, the programme will combine peer learning, networking and field visits.
Programme
Alongside the meetings, a hybrid event on the project and its e-networking platform will take place on 25 March from 15:00 to 16:30, featuring a presentation on best practices (F&W Marketplace). Following this, the hybrid demonstration event will focus on networking, with presentations on local success stories, olive oil and agritourism, featuring the ‘Oliu di Corsica’ Protected Designation of Origin (PDO).
On 26 March, a visit is scheduled featuring on-site experiences and meetings with local olive producers (Oliu Ottavi, Oltremonti).
Finally, on 27 March, the ‘MedOliveOilNet’ Network Launch Assembly will take place, which will cover the project’s results, the work plan for 2026 and the appointment of the Steering Committee and the Secretariat.
Source: ‘Établissement public du commerce et de L’industrie de corse’ (06/03/2026)
