EVOLIO Magazine
EVOLIO Expo 2026. Extra virgin olive oil, an ally of health and the heart of the Mediterranean diet. From the PREDIMED study to EFSA and FDA recognition, research confirms the role of EVO in public health.
From 29 to 31 January 2026, EVOLIO Expo returns to the Fiera del Levante in Bari, dedicating ample space to the macro-theme of “Oil and Health”, covering prevention, right nutrition and scientific research.
EVOLIO Expo 2026. Italian olive oil: exports increased by 23% in the first four months of the year. In 2024, exports reached €3.09 billion and over 344,000 tons sold.
From January 29 to 31, 2026, at the Fiera del Levante in Bari, EVOLIO Expo brings together producers, buyers, and operators in the supply chain to strengthen the positioning of Italian extra virgin olive oil on global markets and promote new connections between exports, territory, and innovation.
EVOLIO Expo 2026.Olive oil and Geographical Indications (GI): Italy stands out in Europe, but there is still ample room for growth.Prof. Paolo De Castro: ‘Southern Italy needs an organised supply chain to transform GIs into real wealth for producers: this is where we need to invest.’
From 29 to 31 January 2026, the Fiera del Levante in Bari will host the second edition of EVOLIO Expo. The programme will be enriched with new ideas dedicated to promoting Geographical Indications and strengthening the role of protection consortia.
EVOLIO Expo 2026. Oil, Environment, Landscape and Identity: a resource for the future of the Italian olive sector. In the current CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) there are about 790 million euro to support rural development.
From 29 to 31 January 2026, the second edition of the international B2B fair on EVO oil will be held in Bari. Among the programme’s focuses will be the enhancement of olive-growing landscapes alongside health and tourism issues.
The second EVOLIO Expo is taking place in Bari. The international B2B fair for extra virgin olive oil, has been confirmed
From 29 to 31 January 2026, the Fiera del Levante in Bari will host an event celebrating the excellence of extra virgin olive oil. The new programme will focus on internationalisation, business, culture and training.
Great Success for the Inaugural Edition of EVOLIO Expo,the International B2B Trade Fair for EVO Oil. The satisfaction of industry professionals positions the event as the leading reference for the olive oil sector.
6,482 visitors, 161 exhibiting companies, 22 international buyers, and over 100 events, including conferences and workshops: the event has laid the foundation for new business opportunities, innovation, and the promotion of extra virgin olive oil on the global stage.
Italians’ interest in oil tourism is growing (64 percent), and new opportunities are opening up for olive businesses. In 2023 9.6 million food and wine tourists (+37% over 2016)
From Jan. 30 to Feb. 1 in Bari, EVOLIO Expo will be an opportunity to delve into the potential of a sector that puts Italian olive farms at the centre of a virtuous ecosystem.
Olive oil exports soared from January to July (€1.9 billion, +61% in value).To compete internationally, we need to enhance Italian excellence and strengthen “connections” with major olive oil-consuming countries
From January 30 to February 1, 2025, at the Fiera del Levante in Bari, Italian and international producers and buyers will meet to celebrate the quality and tradition of Italian EVO oil, creating new business opportunities and enhancing a unique heritage.
From Italian olive oil culture comes EVOLIO Expo, the international trade fair dedicated to EVO oil producers from around the Mediterranean (Nuova Fiera del Levante in Bari – January 30 – February 01, 2025)
Despite an estimated -32% production decline in 2024/2025 due to adverse weather conditions, with as many as 619 thousand olive oil enterprises, 4,327 mills, and +63% exports in the first 2024 semester, the sector is confirmed as strategic for the national economy. Moreover, our country always ranks first in olive oil consumption.
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