At a time when the global market is seeking authenticity and absolute quality, a Greek family business from the foothills of Taygetos and Parnonas is achieving the impossible: to emerge as the best of the best.
By:Christina Papas
Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms were recently awarded the "World's Best of the Best" distinction at the international PRO PR GLOBE Achievement Awards 2025, sending a resounding message to the entire planet that Greek olive oil is, and remains, the undisputed king of global gastronomy.
The story of Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms did not begin with the goal of awards, but with the goal of truth. George Sakellaropoulos, the man behind this miracle, started decades ago with a simple yet profound belief: that the Greek land can offer products that are not just food, but “medicine” for the soul and body.
Their headquarters in Laconia, a region with a long tradition in olive growing, became the laboratory of a new approach. Where others saw quantity, Sakellaropoulos saw quality. Where others saw a simple cultivation, he saw an organic ritual. The "World's Best of the Best" distinction at the PRO PR GLOBE Awards 2025 is the natural conclusion of this journey, recognizing not only the quality of the product, but also the strategic ability of the company to communicate Greek superiority to every corner of the earth.
The Sakellaropoulos family did not rest on tradition. On the contrary, they used science to take it to the next level. Through continuous analysis and collaborations with university institutions, they managed to produce olive oils with an extremely high concentration of polyphenols. These are the substances that protect the heart and strengthen the immune system. Thus, Sakellaropoulos olive oil ceased to be just an accompaniment to the table and became a “functional food”, gaining the trust of the most demanding consumers internationally.
This approach is what brought international recognition to the PRO PR GLOBE awards. The jury recognized the ability of the Organic Farms to build a global reputation based on honesty, innovation and unsurpassed quality.
In an era when international markets are extremely competitive, Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms are the best ambassador of our country. This award acts as a powerful “passport” for all Greek products, as it opens doors and creates a climate of trust for the Greek seal of quality.
It is an example to follow for new producers, showing that success does not come in a day, but is built with effort, consistency and dedication to the goal.
Beyond the numbers, the awards and the exports, the story of Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms is a deeply human story. It is the story of a family that respects the environment, that protects the biodiversity of Laconia and that treats each olive tree as a member of its family.
It is this “personal” relationship with production that is transferred to the final product. The consumer in New York, London or Tokyo, when tasting a Sakellaropoulos olive oil, does not simply taste an oil; he tastes the sun of Greece, the breeze of Taygetos and the passion of a producer who refused to make discounts on quality for the sake of easy profit.
The “World’s Best of the Best” distinction for 2025 is a milestone, not the end of the journey. Sakellaropoulos Organic Farms continue to experiment, evolve and reach new heights. For the Greek economy, such businesses are the beacons that show the way to sustainable and successful development based on our national strengths.
Congratulations to the Sakellaropoulos family who once again made all Greeks proud. Greece’s “liquid gold” is in good hands and the world community is now recognizing it in the most formal way.
