The Sensory Evaluation Team of the Libyan Laboratory for Olive Oil Quality Assessment, affiliated with the Libyan Biotechnology Research Centre (LBRC), participated in the 7th workshop for the International Olive Council ,which was held from 22 to 24 September 2026, and titled “Harmonization of Sensory Evaluation Standards among Accredited Laboratories “

More than 140 laboratories around the world participated in the workshop, in addition to sensory evaluation experts from Spain, Italy, Tunisia, Greece, Turkey, and Portugal.

The team evaluated 20 out of 24 samples by using a specific team password and an electronic platform for recording the evaluation results.

In addition, the team attended lectures and involved in discussion sessions regarding sensory and chemical characteristics for global olive oil varieties.

The participation represents a practical application of the sensory evaluation standards approved by the International Olive Council and it is part of the efforts made for harmonizing of sensory evaluation standards among laboratories accredited by the Council.