Welcome
The Yacoub Maalouf family has been growing and milling olives in Koura, Lebanon since 1959, producing some of the region’s most superior, naturally made olive oils.
In the year 2000, Chafic Maalouf, owner and general manager, imported a small batch of extra virgin olive oil from his family’s olive groves in Koura, North Lebanon. The unique olive oil was received with great excitement.
In Massachusetts, Chafic established Olive Harvest LLC to ensure a reliable connection between his family’s oil production in Lebanon and the growing market in New England. As an agricultural Engineer, a crop Scientist, and a passionate olive oil maker, Chafic devoted his experience and his talents into bringing the best quality olive oil into the US market at very affordable prices. Currently, the Yacoub Maalouf family operates a privately owned olive press and more than 35 acres of olive groves in the fertile Koura region of North Lebanon, with the added capability of buying olives and olive oil from neighboring growers.
Archeological evidence reveals that the olive tree has been cultivated in the Koura region of North Lebanon for thousands of years. The Koura region is an elevated plateau situated 350 meters above sea level at the foot of the West Lebanon mountains that tower 3200 meters over the region below. This breath-taking location adjacent to the Mediterranean sea possesses lush soils of silt and clay that are naturally rich in potassium, calcium and minerals. This terroir, coupled with our naturally grown cultivars, make our olive crop superior.
Experience the exquisite flavors, the beautiful aroma and tantalizing color that make our olive oil an exceptional choice.
Mission Statement
We are committed to offering the highest quality Lebanese olive oil at a reasonable price, in an environment of happiness and respect to history, culture and humankind.
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This work is dedicated to my father, Yacoub Maalouf (1926-1997). Without his unconditional love and dedication, Olive Harvest would not be possible today.
-Chafic Maalouf
GROWING
Our olives are traditionally grown using organic practices only:
No fertilizers added
Our soils are naturally rich in potassium, calcium and minerals.
Organic materials only
We apply animal manure and composted plant material annually as the only source of nitrogen.
No herbicides
Our olive groves are tilled 2 to 3 times per year for weed control.
Non irrigated – Non GMO
Our trees are not irrigated and totally dependent on mother nature for water.
MILLING
Our milling process is simple and natural:
Cold-pressed
Milling and extraction occurs at room temperature.
Stone grinding
Decanting and separation of the oil is a physical process that involves no heat or chemicals.
UNFILTERED
Intentionally unfiltered to preserve its integrity and character.