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Feb. 4, 2023
Catalonian Producers Warn of Worst Season in 15 Years
Catalonian producers warn that olive oil production in the region will be even lower than previously expected and that major price increases may ensue as a result.
Jan. 31, 2023
Morocco's Olive Oil Exports Reach Record Levels as Domestic Prices Rise
The latest trade data shows significant growth in Moroccan olive oil exports, but low production has raised prices domestically.
Jan. 24, 2023
Albanian Producers Struggle with Low Prices
While Albanian farmers enjoyed a bountiful harvest, low prices on the internal market and challenging logistics are causing concern.
Jan. 18, 2023 News Briefs
Jan. 17, 2023 News Briefs
Spain's Olive Oil VAT Reduction Might Not Be Sufficient to Halt Price Rises
Jan. 5, 2023 News Briefs
Dec. 14, 2022 Business
In Spain, Household Olive Oil Sales Fall While Overall Consumption Rises
Dec. 12, 2022 Production
Dec. 8, 2022
In Turkey, Olive Oil Exports Rise with Prices and Production
The rising volume and value of Turkish olive oil exports have been fueled by strong production, surging prices and more branded oils.
Dec. 5, 2022
Rising Olive Oil Prices, Exports Help Sustain Tunisian Trade Balance
Olive oil accounted for 40 percent of agricultural export value. An increased focus on branding and organic farming might further grow the sector’s value.
Nov. 28, 2022
Low Availability and Rising Prices Spark Concerns of Olive Oil Fraud in Morocco
Already-high olive oil prices could rise a further 25 percent, which would put the product out of reach of many of the country’s consumers.
Nov. 17, 2022
Spain's Minister of Agriculture Calls on Olive Oil Sector to Keep Prices Affordable
Luis Planas said that there should be enough olive oil to meet domestic and international demand but warned the whole sector needs to work together.
Nov. 2, 2022
A Bumper Harvest Predicted in Jordan
Despite drought and extreme weather, olive oil production is expected to reach 30,000 tons for only the third time in Jordan.
Oct. 17, 2022
Olive Oil Production to Fall 25%, European Commission Predicts
All of Europe’s main producing countries, with the exception of Greece, are expecting significant production drops. However, some believe the forecast is too pessimistic.
Oct. 13, 2022
Olive Oil Prices Hit Record Highs in Spain After 'Unprecedented' Market Events
Prices for all grades of olive oil shot up after the Spanish and Andalusian governments released official harvest estimates well below initial expectations.
Oct. 12, 2022
Rising Production Prices Force Some Farmers in Sicily to Forgo Harvest
As the harvest season tentatively opens, some farmers have decided not to harvest, while others are working with local authorities to agree on fixed prices.
Sep. 22, 2022
Rising Prices Expose Untapped Potential for Tunisian Exports
Rising olive oil prices at origins have seen Tunisian exports increase in value by one-third in the past year, even as volumes dipped.
Sep. 19, 2022
In Spain, Olive Oil Sales Rise with Margins Along Production Chain
Olive oil sales were 28 percent higher in August 2022 than the previous year. Prices are also rising at origin for producers.
Sep. 13, 2022
Ahead of the Harvest, Olive Oil Production Costs Keep Rising
The energy crisis will dramatically raise the cost of doing business for millers. However, they will not be able to pass those increases along to consumers.
Sep. 8, 2022
Olive Oil Prices Rising Worldwide
From Greece to California, producers are raising prices as a result of inflation and expectations of a poor 2022/23 crop year.
Sep. 6, 2022
Rainfall Will Dictate the Upcoming Harvest in Croatia
Rain or the lack thereof will decide how the olive growing season will go in Croatia, and whether oil prices will rise.
Aug. 16, 2022
Challenges Abound for Spain’s Olive Oil Producers
High prices have buoyed the sector for much of the past year and a half, but rising production costs and persistent drought mean significant challenges lie ahead.
Aug. 10, 2022
Rising Olive Oil Exports Fuel Trade Surplus in Andalusia
High prices at origin and shortages of sunflower oil have led to increasing olive oil exports by value around Europe and the world.