[CUSJ-L] News from Zatoun - November 2014
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November 11, 2014
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Dear Friends
Greetings dear Zatoun supporters and friends,
As with every year around this time, Zatoun tries to give a window on the all-important olive harvest taking place in Palestine in these weeks. The olive harvest is critical for a number of reasons: - an affirmation of Palestinian ties to the land - the remaining trees are facts on the ground - the olive provides sustenance and... livelihood - a way to connect Palestine to the outside world
Below are links to interesting news reports of damage, restrictions and injustice during the harvest but at the same time human stories from farmers and how they cope with the yearly hardship and frustration.
Here in Canada, we have fully entered our own season of holiday fairs and gift-giving. Interestingly, there seems to be an upsurge in interest - is it because of greater awareness due to the bombing and destruction of Gaza this summer? Not the kind of sales stimulus one would wish for and we do not wish it. The dearest hope is for a just peace now.
Talking of Gaza, Zatoun's oil does not come from Gaza but from the West Bank. Nevertheless we are interested in this article about the olive harvest in Gaza - an especially tragic story but even here there is resilience, acceptance, strength and hope.
The great reporter Amira Hass writes in the also great Israeli newspaper Haaretz - Continuous invasions by settlers spoil the joy of Palestinians' olive harvest. The same topic covered by the Washington Post, Palestinians gird for settler attacks on olive trees. And a brief report from the UN Humanitarian Coordinator about the harvest.
Finally, a YouTube video of Palestinian farmer / worker (English-speaking) recounting his ordeal before being able to harvest for the first time in 14 years.
Unfortunately, this injustice is not limited to the Occupied Palestine but can be seen within Israel - Palestinian farmers in the Galilee suffer damaged and burned trees as part of the general domination and disenfranchisement of their towns.
Many groups and churches have stocked up for fairs and alternative markets with major purchases. If you are ready, please visit our order page as soon as possible. If you have questions before ordering, you can also call toll-free 1-866-294-9729. For itself, Zatoun is very grateful for the amazing support of the last 10 years - the little organization that has accomplished a lot. (see link for special 10th anniversary newsletter, for a list of accomplishments).
We wish you an active holiday season for a just Palestine-Israel in a peaceful world. > Visit Zatoun.
Zatoun Products
Zatoun Fair Trade, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Zatoun is well stocked with new harvest oil and awaiting your order. Always the perfect oil for your home table or someone else's. NEW - smaller size 500mL bottles (available in cases of 12). Please send your orders via order form - orders fulfilled within 2 or 3 days to arrive within the week following. > Visit the order form now.
Amazing Za'atar - Get Inspired by thyme herb mix
Za'atar continues to impress taste buds everywhere. Discover the inspiring zing of za'atar. It is a natural companion to Zatoun olive oil. Za'atar is easy to use for dipping, instant salad dressing, dips and marinades. Use it anywhere - recipe booklet (in pdf) called "Tasty and Easy" - > visit this link to download.
100% Olive Oil Soap
Soap like silk! Zatoun's pure 100% olive oil soap is unique and has an enormous following among people with sensitive or problem skin conditions including people with severe chemical or environmental sensitivity who say this is the only soap they can use as it is entirely free of scents, chemicals, etc. > Visit the soap page.
This season look for the Advent Peace Box in partnership with the United Church of Canada
Zatoun has teamed up with the United Church of Canada progam called Unsettling Goods to offer an innovative "Advent Peace Box." It contains a sampling of many Zatoun products and literature as a way to engage a greater number of individuals and congregations in the search for a just peace in Israel-Palestine. Please visit the page now.
Plant Olive Trees in Palestine
Planting of olive trees is usually in January and we are taking sponsorships for Trees for Life: Planting Peace in Palestine. Zatoun is hoping to add another $15,000 to the $170,000 already used to plant over 40,000 olive trees. You can purchase a sponsorship to plant 3 olive tree saplings for $20. You can buy as many sponsorships as you wish. Each sponsorship is acknowledged with a custom certificate. > Please visit the Trees for Life Palestine sponsorship page.
IMPROVED Order Process & Simplified Shipping
For the sake of simplicity and clarity (yours and ours) we have ONE price per case (12 bottles) regardless of shipping destination. Zatoun subsidizes shipping costs to most destination because it is important that Zatoun be as affordable as possible everywhere. ALL non-oil products ship FREE when ordered at same time as olive oil. > Please visit the order page. New: toll-free number for Zatoun across North America
1-866-294-9729 added to help you get in touch with Zatoun - free anywhere from US or Canada. We still love to hear from you via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it." style="color:#4c849f;text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold" target="_blank">email <This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.> or orders via website - www.zatoun.com.
Of Interest to Zatoun Supporters
Pittsburgh's "Conflict Kitchen" shuts down and reopens
Amazing story from Pittsburgh - a unique way to have a conversation about peace and war using food at the "Conflict Kitchen" shut down by denial, threats, intimidation and raw power. > Read more.
Palestinian Olives (a MUST read)
A very fascinating and rewarding article about the olive and its uses and role in Palestinian economy and culture. Written by Dr. Mazin Qumsiyeh, a widely published and respected peace activist and biology professor who leads a humanist approach to thinking about justice and peace for Palestine and Israel. > Read more.
Olive Oil: History, Types and Health Benefits
An excellent and comprehensive article on all aspects of olive oil. Written by Lisa Richards in a blog about candida, it will make great reading for anyone wanting to know more about the miracle that is olive oil (especially high quality oil such as Zatoun). > Read more.
from NPR: To Get The Benefits Of Olive Oil, Fresh May Be Best
Another article about the amazing health benefits of high quality olive oil. A recent study shows daily use can cut risk of heart attacks or strokes by 30%. Also talks about the near impossibility of finding genuine extra virgin olive oil in most grocery shelves. r34 r35Mailing address: 9251-8 Yonge St · Suite 142
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