VOICED : Olives make Maltese

Sam, a former jeweler, dedicated himself to reviving Maltese olives, which were once thought to produce bitter oil. His efforts have led to the planting of thousands of trees and the production of high-quality, organic olive oil. The project aims to reintroduce rare olive varieties and gain EU certification, positioning Maltese olive oil to compete with renowned European brands.

What was Sam's profession before he dedicated himself to olives?

• A chef

• A jeweler

• A farmer

• A carpenter

Why was the bitterness of Maltese olive oil initially considered a disadvantage?

• It was thought to be unhealthy

• It was believed to be a sign of poor quality

• It was too expensive to produce

• It was difficult to harvest

What is the main goal of Sam's grafting project?

• To plant 10,000 black bidne olive trees

• To create a new species of olive

• To produce more wood for construction

• To replace all almond trees on the island

What makes Maltese olive oil unique compared to others?

• It is only available in Malta

• It is made from a blend of different olives

• It is high in acidity

• It is 100% organic and low in acidity

What future certification does Sam hope to achieve for his olive oil?

• Fair Trade

• ISO 9001

• USDA Organic

• EU Certification