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São Mamede de Ribatua walkways: a new trail to discover the Tua Valley
On March 29th, Alijó will inaugurate the Ribeira de São Mamede de Ribatua walkways — 3.5 km between the Roman bridge and the Tua River, in the heart of the Vale do Tua Regional Natural Park. Find out everything you need to plan your visit

Azeite a Norte Blog
2 days ago3 min read


Olive oil production falls 10% in Portugal, but quality remains exceptional.
The figures for the 2025/2026 olive oil campaign have just been released and confirm what many producers already suspected: it was a difficult year. Portugal produced approximately 160,000 tons of olive oil, representing a 10% decrease compared to the 177,000 tons of the previous campaign.

Azeite a Norte Blog
6 days ago3 min read


Olive oil from Trás-os-Montes launches the first Digital Passport for Portuguese products.
A pioneering project by Azeite a Norte, Data CoLAB and ACUSHLA brings complete traceability to Gold Edition olive oil, anticipating a European requirement that will transform the market.

Azeite a Norte Blog
Feb 73 min read


Olive oil from Trás-os-Montes protected in Mercosur: Protected Designation of Origin gains market share in South America.
Olive oil from Trás-os-Montes is among the 36 Portuguese products that will now have legal protection in Mercosur — the economic bloc that brings together Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay. This is good news for olive growers in Trás-os-Montes.

Azeite a Norte Blog
Jan 283 min read


Trás-os-Montes brings olive oil, tradition, and authenticity to FITUR 2026 in Madrid
The region will be present at the largest tourism fair in the Iberian Peninsula (FITUR) with a program dedicated to excellent products, gastronomy, and olive oil tourism.

Azeite a Norte Blog
Jan 214 min read


The European Union demands stricter quality controls for olive oil.
European Court of Auditors Warns of Shortcomings in Olive Oil Inspection and Recommends Strengthening Traceability Throughout the Production Chain

Azeite a Norte Blog
Jan 163 min read


European Union invests €205 million in programs to promote sustainable agricultural products
The European Commission has announced the largest ever investment to promote sustainable and high-quality agri-food products in the European Union. €205 million will be available in 2026 to finance dissemination programs both in the European internal market and in third countries.

Azeite a Norte Blog
Jan 142 min read


Trás-os-Montes in the World's Top 15: TasteAtlas Recognizes Our Gastronomy
The TasteAtlas Awards 2025/26 has just placed Trás-os-Montes in 12th position among the 100 best gastronomic regions in the world. Trás-os-Montes DOP olive oil shines with 4.7 points, and Alheira de Mirandela is now considered the best cooked sausage in the world.
Recognition of our gastronomy.

Azeite a Norte
Dec 9, 20253 min read


Olive pomace gets a new life: historic change transforms byproduct into a business opportunity.
A decision that promises to revolutionize the use of olive resources in Portugal: olive pomace is now officially recognized as a resource, leaving behind its former classification as waste.

Azeite a Norte
Dec 8, 20252 min read


The best EVOO olive oil shop in the world... is in the North of Portugal!
A Fábrica do Azeite, parceiro do projeto Azeite a Norte e espaço emblemático da Acushla no coração do Porto, acaba de receber o prestigiado prémio de "Melhor Loja de Azeite EVOO do Mundo" na cerimónia dos Prémios EVOOLEUM 2025.

Azeite a Norte
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Tua Walking Festival 2025 concludes in Murça with nature, tradition and flavors of the Tua Valley.
The Tua Hiking Festival 2025 came to an end this past weekend, between November 8th and 9th, in the village of Sobreira, in the municipality of Murça.

Azeite a Norte
Nov 10, 20252 min read


Protocol with the Tua Valley Regional Natural Park
Temos agora um protocolo entre o Parque Natural Regional do Vale do Tua e o Azeite a Norte.

Azeite a Norte
Oct 28, 20251 min read


UTAD and Prazeres de Outono create gourmet olive oil with chestnuts from Trás-os-Montes
UTAD and the company Prazeres de Outono, in collaboration with the European network EIT Food, launched the HEARTchest project, an innovative olive oil enriched with Judia chestnut from Trás-os-Montes.

Azeite a Norte
Oct 7, 20251 min read


World Tourism Day 2025: An invitation to sustainable transformation through the eyes of olive tourism in Trás-os-Montes
Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025 with Azeite do Norte and discover the power of sustainable tourism and olive tourism in Trás-os-Montes. An experience that connects people, nature, and culture for a more responsible and inclusive future.
M. Araújo
Sep 27, 20252 min read


A new two-day olive tourism itinerary!
This itinerary focuses on two municipalities in the region: Macedo de Cavaleiros and Vila Flor.
An invitation to discover a UNESCO protected area and an olive oil producer with a space to savor organic olive oil and stroll through vast olive groves.

Azeite a Norte
Sep 26, 20252 min read


Valpaços wins European Award: Best Organic City 2025
Valpaços receives European distinction as Best Organic City 2025. The municipality leads in sustainability, organic producers, and the promotion of local olive oil. Learn more at aceiteanorte.pt
M. Araújo
Sep 24, 20251 min read


Vimioso has a Traditional Products Center
The new Santulhão Center for Local and Traditional Products, Vimioso, is a space dedicated to promoting the region's authentic flavors, with a focus on olive oil and Santulhão olives, emblematic products of the Trás-os-Montes region.
M. Araújo
Sep 19, 20252 min read


Senior Congress 2025
"Seniors in the 21st Century" In a country where the elderly are a valuable population, such as in the Azeite region of the North, these...
M. Araújo
Sep 16, 20251 min read


UTAD: Training in "Olive Oil Extraction Technology"
UTAD - University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro, is accepting applications for professionals in this training in "Olive Oil Extraction Technology"
M. Araújo
Aug 8, 20251 min read


Want a heavenly summer experience?
Want a heavenly summer experience?
When the heat is milder and the views of the universe reveal infinity?
Acushla and Counting Stars have created a heavenly experience.
M. Araújo
Jul 24, 20251 min read
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