Table Olives

Artem Oliva is a producer of Turkish table olives. Artem Oliva harvests, processes, packs, and exports high-quality and healthy olives from the Aegean region’s olive ranches to the world. With its 1000 metric tons of table olives processing facility, Artem Oliva is an active player in the Turkish table olives market.

Artem Oliva has a wide range of table olive types, including their different calibers. Green olives, Black olives, and Kalamata olives are available in the Artem Oliva factory in various glass jars and tin options. Artem Oliva is also a bulk(wholesale) table olives producer. In different sizes of barrels, bulk table olive options are available for exporting.

Table olives are one of the oldest forms of fermented foods that people consumed starting from prehistoric times. The very simple method of processing the table olives in a brine which is a basic salt and water mixture is still used today with some improvements.

The International Olive Council highlights several crucial aspects for ensuring quality management and control during table olive processing. Under the requirement of certifications of Artem Oliva such as FDA, Kosher, and ISO, our facility is always kept at the highest level of hygiene in accordance with the quality management guidelines of the respected authorities.

The health benefits of olives come from their natural content and flavor, which gives a high level of probiotics and nutrients. Artem Oliva table olives have no additives or preservatives used for processing. We only use natural fermentation with salt and water to keep the fruits with their flavors as much as possible.

When it comes to harvesting our olives, we pay great attention to several factors to ensure that our products are at their most optimal maturity level in terms of color, juiciness, taste, and internal health of the fruit itself.

Artem Oliva quality team makes the harvesting decision upon inspecting the samples taken from the trees in question for harvesting. They analyze, report, and compare this year’s data with previous years to estimate various economic aspects for the current year.

The aspects checked when analyzing the sample olives are mainly about the stage of the olives ripening. Our harvesting team is trained to visually inspect olives for ripeness, color, and overall quality before picking. This helps ensure that only the best olives are harvested, enhancing the final product’s quality.

There are four leading olive ripening stages. These four stages are green, light green, purple, and black. Another essential factor is determining the olives’ OMI(Olive Maturity Index) before harvesting. The Olive Maturity Index (OMI) is a crucial aspect of olive production, as it is vital in determining the optimal time for harvesting olives.

The OMI measures the ripeness of olives by evaluating their color, texture, and overall appearance. With seven distinct categories ranging from deep green (Category 0) to completely purple (Category 7), the Olive Maturity Index enables producers to assess the stage of ripeness and make informed decisions about when to harvest. This index ensures that the olives are picked at the ideal time, preserving their natural flavors and nutritional value.

A careful assessment of the Olive Maturity Index is essential to delivering top-quality table olives that meet the highest industry standards and satisfy the discerning palate of consumers. Determination of the Olive Maturity Index is a standard quality measurement applied in Artem Oliva.

Below are the categories under the Olive Maturity Index,

• CATEGORY 0: The color of the olives is deep green without any color mix.
• CATEGORY 1: The olive’s skin surface color becomes yellowish green.
• CATEGORY 2: The color of the skin surface of the olive has some reddish spots. These spots cover less than 50% of the surface.
• CATEGORY 3: The color of the skin surface of the olive has some reddish spots. These spots cover more than 50% of the surface.
• CATEGORY 4: The color of the skin is turning black. The body of the olive is turning bright.
• CATEGORY 5: The color of the skin is turning black. More than 50% of the olive body is turning dark reddish-purple.
• CATEGORY 6: The color of the skin is black. More than 50% of the olive body and the pit are turning a dark purple.
• CATEGORY 7: The color of the skin, the body of the olive, and the pit are completely purple.

Weather conditions during harvesting can affect olive quality. Monitoring factors such as temperature and humidity allows us to adjust our harvesting schedules to minimize quality degradation.

Artem Oliva factory relies on manual handpicking for the majority of its table olive production. Artem Oliva uses handpicked olives in table olive production to ensure the highest possible quality of the end product.

Artem Oliva aims to harvest a minimum of 95% to 97% of olives from each tree while minimizing waste during harvesting.

Therefore, the best method is handpicking. Sometimes, we use trunk shakers when the lot is big and time is very tight. However, with trunk shakers, the yield rate is around %92 to 95% which is not matching the target of Artem Oliva.

With such an achievement in the yield rate on a tree parameter, Artem Oliva is the leader in the Turkish table olives industry.

Our facility processes olives according to industry standards and natural production methods, avoiding preservatives or additives. As a result, all table olives produced by Artem Oliva are 100% natural.

Once the olives arrive at our facility, we take the first step by washing them. Every olive that comes to Artem Oliva undergoes a series of washing phases to ensure the removal of all exterior materials, such as dust.

The next crucial step involves preparing the brine as the olive fermentation medium. This liquid is a simple, natural mixture of salt and water. This mixture maintains the olives’ fruity essence and achieves perfect fermentation.

We remove the bitterness of the naturally dried black olives by curing them under alternate layers of dry salt in special crates or tanks. Additionally, we rotate the olives in the crates to achieve the desired result. Once fermentation is done, the auxiliary processes start, such as sorting and size grading, stoning, stuffing, or preparation for the specific trade requirements.

Once all production-related processes are completed, the table olives are ready for packing and shipment in the Artem Oliva table olives factory. In table olives production, packaging plays a crucial role in preserving the quality and extending the shelf life of processed olives. Therefore, olives are commonly packaged in glass jars, cans, or vacuum-sealed pouches to protect them from air and light exposure. Properly sealed packaging helps maintain freshness and flavor, ensuring a high-quality product for consumers. According to International Olive Council, table olives are classified into one of the following types according to the degree of ripeness. These are Green Olives, Olives Turning Color, and Black Olives. As Artem Oliva, we take full responsibility to identify/categorize our olives according to these regulations.

Our olive traceability systems enable consumers and importers to track the origin and handling of harvested olives throughout the supply chain. This helps us to keep our quality high and ensures compliance with quality standards and regulations.

Green olives are harvested at an early ripening stage, typically when they are still green in color and have not matured. Artem Oliva is one of the best green olives companies in Turkey.

Green Olives have a firmer texture and bitter taste than black olives. Green olives find widespread use in diverse culinary endeavors, including pickling, stuffing, and enhancing salads or Mediterranean dishes. This versatile and well-loved ingredient adds a delightful touch to cuisines across the globe.

Artem Oliva stands out as one of Turkey’s leading green olives producers, consistently delivering exquisite and mouthwatering green olives to satisfy the most discerning palates. As an esteemed table olives company in the Mediterranean region, Artem Oliva takes pride in its meticulous harvesting and processing techniques, resulting in superior green olive products that guarantee exceptional taste and nutritional value. With a steadfast commitment to sustainability in table olives production, Artem Oliva’s green olives have earned their place as a must-have ingredient in kitchens around the world. From traditional recipes to modern culinary innovations, Artem Oliva’s green olives enhance the flavors and textures of a variety of dishes, solidifying the brand’s position as a trusted and beloved green olives producer.

Try our Turkish Grilled Olives for a delicious twist on traditional flavors. Carefully selected and infused with smoky notes, they create a delightful harmony of tastes. Elevate your dishes with these versatile olives and experience the essence of Turkish olive excellence with Artem Oliva. Don’t miss out on this exquisite culinary experience!

We, as a distinguished black sliced olives manufacturer in Turkey, specialize in crafting superior quality and delectable olives that bring a vibrant touch to a wide array of dishes. As a respected and well-established brand in the Mediterranean region, Artem Oliva has perfected the process of cultivating and preparing black sliced olives, guaranteeing customers a flavorful and wholesome product.

These versatile black sliced olives are widely used in salads, pizzas, pasta dishes, sandwiches, and tapenade, adding a delightful zest to any meal. With a firm commitment to sustainability and strict adherence to rigorous quality standards, Artem Oliva’s black sliced olives have become an essential ingredient for culinary enthusiasts and professional chefs worldwide. Discover the unparalleled taste and quality of Artem Oliva’s black sliced olives, and let them inspire your culinary masterpieces.

In the table olives industry, there is a grading system that defines the size of the olives in order to facilitate the trading and communication of the table olives in a generally accepted systematic. This simple categorization method is very helpful when talking about olives and their classification in terms of sizes.

The reason behind such a need occurs is because the olives are harvested, processed, traded, and consumed according to their quality, color, and size. Therefore, an internationally accepted method of classifying the olives in terms of their sizing is a need.

This very simple requirement has generated an olive caliber system. This system works with two main weighting methods World measurement (in kilograms) or American sizing (in pounds). Artem Oliva is using the kilogram method, therefore, we will explain it by kilogram unit terms.

Olive calibers simply represent the number of healthy olive fruits in a kilogram weight of olives. This means the quality team of Artem Oliva is counting the number of the olive fruits in a sample that weighs exactly 1 kilogram net.

With this method, the olives are classified perfectly according to their sizes in Artem Olive table olive factory.

There is an important point here. Only whole olives, stoned olives, and stuffed olives where the shape of the olives is kept without any changes occurring by the external factors. In the case of stoned (pitted) olives or stuffed olives (after removing the stuffing), the size shown shall be the one corresponding to the original whole olive. The number of stoned (pitted) olives in 1 kilogram shall be multiplied by a coefficient set by each producing country style.

When sampling olives for the purpose of size scaling, 100 pieces of olives are randomly selected and the difference between the diameters of the smallest and largest olive in the 100 piece sample batch shall not exceed 4mm.

Below are the calibers listed according to internationally accepted terms published by IOC.

The size scale, in one kilogram, is as follows:

Super Mammoth 91/100, Mammoth 101/110, Super Colossal 111/120, Colossal 121/140, Giants 141/160, Extra Jumbo 161/180, Jumbo 181/200, Extra Large 201/230, Large, 231/260, Superior 261/290, Brilliant 291/320, Fine 321/350, Bullets 351/380.

At Artem Oliva, sustainability is not just a buzzword; it’s a fundamental pillar of our operations. We recognize our responsibility to the environment, society, and the economy, and we are committed to implementing sustainable practices across all aspects of our business.

• Water Management: Water is a precious resource, especially in regions where olives are cultivated. At Artem Oliva, we have implemented efficient irrigation systems to minimize water usage. Additionally, we invest in technologies that help us monitor soil moisture levels to ensure optimal irrigation practices.
• Soil Health: Healthy soil is essential for sustainable agriculture. We employ techniques such as cover cropping, crop rotation, and organic fertilization to maintain soil fertility and structure. Furthermore, we prioritize using environmentally friendly pest and disease management strategies to minimize soil contamination.
• Biodiversity Conservation: We recognize the importance of preserving biodiversity in olive groves. To promote biodiversity, we maintain natural habitats within our orchards, such as hedgerows and wildflower meadows, to provide habitats for beneficial insects and wildlife. We also refrain from using pesticides that may harm non-target organisms.
• Community Engagement: Artem Oliva is deeply rooted in the communities where we operate. We actively engage with local stakeholders to understand their needs and concerns. Through initiatives such as educational programs, health clinics, and infrastructure development projects, we strive to contribute positively to the well-being of the communities surrounding our olive groves.
• Ethical Sourcing: We maintain transparent and ethical supply chains, ensuring that our suppliers adhere to fair labor practices and environmental regulations. By supporting local farmers and businesses, we contribute to the economic development of rural communities.

We also value economic sustainability as a top priority. We optimize resource usage to reduce costs and waste. Through innovation and diversification, we stay ahead in a changing market, exploring new opportunities like agritourism. Rigorous risk management safeguards our financial stability against market fluctuations. Our commitment to economic sustainability ensures our long-term success and resilience.

As a result, at Artem Oliva, sustainability is not just a goal; it’s a way of life. By prioritizing environmental conservation, social responsibility, and economic viability, we strive to create a better future for generations to come.

Turkey is experiencing a record-breaking olive harvest in the 2024/2025 season, according to the National Olive and Olive Oil Council (UZZK). Recent projections place total olive production at 3.6 million metric tons, marking the highest level ever recorded in the country. This historic figure includes an estimated 750,000 tons of table olives—a world record for table olive output—and an olive oil yield of approximately 475,000 tons.

Industry leaders confirm these data. For instance, the Aegean Olive and Olive Oil Exporters’ Association (EZZİB) also forecasts 475,000 tons of olive oil and 750,000 tons of table olives for the 2024/2025 harvest. These exceptional levels firmly establish a new national record for Turkey’s olive sector, surpassing all previous seasons in both table olive and olive oil production.