Greetings from the German Federal Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Consumer Protection, Ms. Ilse Aigner
The history of Rapeseed cultivation in Germany is an instructive success story. As rape is a concrete example of how innovations in
agriculture increase the quality of life of all people in our country. This is done in two ways: the introduction of new products
on the one hand, and their constant improvement and optimisation on the other.
Rape made its way to us from the late middle ages. Rapeseed oil was first used in lamps and as a technical oil. The use of rape
as a food product was limited for a long time due to its bitter ingredients. Thus, the cultivation of rapeseed was focussed on the
technical area and even this limited application almost disappeared with the raising use of fossil oils.
It was not until the mid 1970's that it was possible to remove the undesired bitter and accompanying substances by means of plant
breeding. This was the start for rapeseed as raw material for food and feed production. With the increased use of this renewable
resource, rape has become a fixture among the crops in Germany. Since several years it has also served as a source of bio-energy,
and thus continues to demonstrate its diverse utility.
Strikingly, in May there are entire landscapes of blooming yellow rape flowers, but rape pleases not only the eye, but also the palate.
Rape, sometimes also referred to as "Olive oil of the North", impresses with its valuable ingredients. Nutritionists are convinced:
Rapeseed Oil must play an increasing role as a building block of a healthy diet, for the consumer it is also essential that the taste
is agreeable.
The German Society for Fat Research (DGF) each year awards the best virgin Rapeseed oil. This initiative shows results.
The rapeseed oil medal is awarded to high quality native rapeseed oil, paving the way to "Haute Cuisine" as well as the kitchens
of everyday people. Not only for the consumer, but also for the participants of the award 2011/2012 - Quality and taste make the
difference.
Good Luck!
Ilse Aigner
German Federal Ministry of Food,
Agriculture and Consumer Protection
(Bildnachweis BMELV-Bildschön)
Winner of the DGF Rapeseed Oil Medal 2011/2012:
[14.12.2011]
Baargold GmbH, Donaueschingen
Gutes vom See
Bliesgau Ölmühle, Bliesransbach
Bliesgau Rapsöl Saarland
Edeka
Gut & Günstig natives Rapskernöl
Kaisers Tengelmann GmbH
Naturkind Rapsöl kaltgepreßt Bio, 500ml (aus geschälter Saat)
Kleeschulte GmbH & Co. KG, Büren
Moritz Rapskernöl kaltgepreßt
Kunella Feinkost GmbH, Cottbus
Kaltgepreßtes Rapsöl
Landwirtschaftlicher Marktfruchtbetrieb Kruse, Neuenkirchen
Kruses Rappöl Sorte 2
Marbacher Ölmühle GmbH, Marbach
Feines Deutsches Rapsöl, nativ aus kontrolliert biologischem Anbau (Demeter)
Nachwachsende Rohstoffe Haubern e.V, Frankenberg-Haubern
Gourmet Rapsöl
Naturoel GmbH, Lanzenneunforn, Schweiz
Thurgauer Rapsöl
Netto
Viva Vital natives Rapsöl kaltgepreßt
Ölmühle Ottensteiner Hochebene GmbH + Co. KG, Ottenstein
100% Rapsöl kaltgepreßt aus dem Weserbergland
Rapskernoel.info, Berlin
Rapskernöl "Organic" Rapskernoel.info
Rügener Landhandel, Rambin
Rügener Rapsöl
St. Gallische Saatzucht, Flawil, Schweiz
St. Galler Rapsöl kaltgepreßt
Teutoburger Ölmühle GmbH & Co. KG, Ibbenbüren
Teutoburger Ölmühle Raps-Kernöl Vielseitig Bio/Organic
Teutoburger Ölmühle GmbH & Co. KG, Ibbenbüren
Teutoburger Ölmühle 100% reines Raps-Kernöl Vielseitig Classic
Teutoburger Ölmühle GmbH & Co. KG, Ibbenbüren
Neuform Raps Kernöl Bio
VPV- Vereinigte Pflanzenöl Vertriebsgesellschaft Ltd. Bonn
Kaufland Bio Rapsöl, kaltgepreßt
VPV- Vereinigte Pflanzenöl Vertriebsgesellschaft Ltd. Bonn
Markant Rapsöl, nativ, kaltgepreßt
VPV- Vereinigte Pflanzenöl Vertriebsgesellschaft Ltd. Bonn
Bio-Rapsöl, nativ kaltgepreßt (Naturwert)
VPV- Vereinigte Pflanzenöl Vertriebsgesellschaft Ltd. Bonn
Raps-Bio-Öl, 500ml (Norma Bio Sonne)
VPV- Vereinigte Pflanzenöl Vertriebsgesellschaft Ltd. Bonn
Frisan Rapsöl, nativ kaltgepreßt
Introduction
[30.11.2011]The DGF Rapeseed Oil Medal will be awarded for 2011/2012 for the 6th time by the German Society of Fat Research (DGF) for flawless virgin rapeseed oil, making it the oldest and most trusted seal of quality of this type.
Here, the DGF is in cooperation with the international gourmet-magazine "Der Feinschmecker" as press partner. Award winning oils will be sold through the magazines online shop as well as having the magazines logo placed on the winning oils. DGF is also in cooperation with the German Association of Ecotrophologists (VDOe). VDOE represents 4000 ecotrophologists and nutritionists, who are concerned with all aspects of a healthy diet and quality control.
The DGF Rapeseed Oil Medal is also aimed at smaller producers, who will be provided with an economical way in which to allow the quality of their product to be independently tested and verified.
Sensory properties are the most important factor for the evaluation of the quality of virgin rapeseed oils, since these can be perceived by consumers directly. High quality oils can be distinguished by a fresh seed-like aroma with a slightly nutty aftertaste.
Mistakes in the production or crop management have a direct negative effect on the taste of the oil. Such mistakes can often be identified in detail by experienced examiners/taste testers. On the other hand, flawless oils are a strong indicators for good manufacturing practices with high-quality raw materials. Such oils are not only tasty but also nutritionally valuable. Therefore, top chefs are increasingly using these oils in the field of fine dining.
To continue to promote this trend, it is of importance to point consumer to high-quality virgin rapeseed oils with the DGF Rapeseed Oil Medal. The oils are evaluated by a trained sensory panel and awarded in compliance with the quality criteria of the DGF Rapeseed Oil Medal. The award winners will be presented their award during a publicity event. Winners will be allowed to place the Medal on their winning oil for the duration of one year.
Sensory Panel for virgin, cold-pressed edible rapeseed oil
[30.11.2011]The sensory evaluation of the submitted sample will be undertaken by one of the DGF Rapeseed Oil Panels.
c/o Deutsche Gesellschaft für Fettwissenschaft e.V.
Varrentrappstr. 40-42
60486 Frankfurt
Germany
Tel.: 069 7917-529/-533, Fax: 069 7917-564
E-Mail: info@dgfett.de
Participants/ Participation eligibility
[30.11.2011]Participants can be manufacturers and marketers of virgin, cold-pressed edible rapeseed oil, whose products are regularly available on the market.
Only virgin, cold-pressed, edible rapeseed oils may participate. These oils must be obtained using gentle pressing from non-preheated raw material. Only sedimentation, filtration or centrifugation may be used to purify the oil. Further treatment, such as with water vapour, is not allowed. The oils must meet the relevant food laws.
Participation is also open to unfiltered oils. The oil samples must be in submitted in their original containers/packaging. A number of samples may be submitted.
Time period:
[30.11.2011]The DGF will confirm in writing the receipt of registration and invoice for participation, payment the invoice must be received no later than 14 October 2011. Evaluation will be performed on those samples for which payment of invoice has been received.
Sending of samples
[30.11.2011]Samples received after the deadline will not be evaluated. For the sensory evaluation of the rapeseed oil, please send 4 bottles (minimum size of each bottle being no less then 500ml)
Address:
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Fettwissenschaft e.V.
Varrentrappstr. 40-42, 60486 Frankfurt/Main, Germany
Participation Fee
[30.11.2011]Participation will incur the following rates per rapeseed oil:
The participation fee includes the following services:
Evaluation of the Rapeseed Oil
[30.11.2011]The evaluation of the Rapeseed oil will be based on the principle of the DGF Standard Method CII-1 (09).
After anonymization of the samples, the sensory assay will be evaluated by 4 to 5 examiners. Seed-like and nutty aroma components are being considered valuable and must be identifiable in high quality oils. Attributes such as rancid, roasted, bitter, burned, musty and fusty off-flavours should not be present. The attribute "woody", "strawy" and "astringent" should only be present with an intensity not exceeding 1.
The medal will be awarded only to oils which are characterised by an intense seed-like aroma and taste, combined with a nutty aftertaste. An off flavour must not be detectable. Participants with winning oils will be presented with a certificate and are entitled to use the medal to label winning oils for one year.
Participants whose oils are not awarded will be informed of the outcome and the reasons for their omission. The results in this case will be published anonymously. With the registration the participant agrees with the terms and course of events. Legal recourse will be excluded.
Organiser
[30.11.2011]Deutsche Gesellschaft für Fettwissenschaft e.V.
Postfach 90 04 40
60444 Frankfurt, Germany
Tel.: 49/69 7917-529/-533, Fax: +49/69 7917-564
E-Mail: info@dgfett.de
