Jordan's Ministry of Agriculture has launched a national campaign to modernize the olive oil sector, focusing on quality, sustainability and public awareness.

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Production

Nov. 12, 2024

Jordan Braces for Disappointing Harvest Amid Low Oil Yields

Despite initial hopes for a larger harvest, Jordan now predicts olive production will reach 26,000 metric tons this year, a reduction of 4,000 tons.

All

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Business

Jan. 2, 2024

Officials in Jordan Work to Protect Millennial Olive Trees

Although they have lived through war, famine and plagues, Jordan's ancient olive trees are now threatened by luxury hotels and affluent collectors.

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The Best Olive Oils

Jun. 8, 2023

Olive Oil Producers in Middle East Enjoy Award-Winning Finish to Bumper Harvest

Producers in Lebanon, Israel and Jordan overcame economic challenges to celebrate success at the 2023 World Olive Oil Competition.

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News Briefs

Feb. 15, 2023

Olive Oil Brand in Jordan Harnesses the Value in History

Ateek extra virgin olive oil is produced from the millenary trees of the ancient Mehras cultivar. Producers hope it sets Jordan apart on the international stage.

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Jan. 17, 2023 News Briefs

Jordan's Olive Oil Yield Lower than Expected

Nov. 14, 2022 News Briefs

Jordan Halts Imports of Olive Oil from Palestine

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Nov. 2, 2022 News Briefs

A Bumper Harvest Predicted in Jordan

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Jul. 15, 2022 Producer Profiles

Award-Winning Producer Emphasizes Sustainable Expansion in the Jordan Desert

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Nov. 22, 2021 Production

Jordanian Farmers Expect Fall in Production Due to Drought, Pests

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The Best Olive Oils

Jun. 24, 2021

Jordanian Producers Celebrate First-Ever Wins at World Olive Oil Competition

After a harvest marked by the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic and hot and dry weather, producers from Jordan earned four awards from the World Competition.

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News Briefs

Oct. 9, 2020

Olive Mills Open in Jordan With Average Harvest Predicted

After a hot summer, officials in Jordan anticipate production to reach 23,000 to 24,000 tons.

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News Briefs

Jun. 18, 2020

Tough Times for Producers in Jordan's Jerash Province

Ever-changing weather, marketplace turmoil and a surplus of olive oil have severely impacted local farmers and cast a shadow on the coming season

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News Briefs

Jun. 1, 2020

Ancient Olive Trees Burn in Jordan Wildfires

Thousands of acres in one of the most important Jordan regions for olive oil production are burning.

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News Briefs

Feb. 19, 2020

Israel Blocks Palestinian Exports Through Jordan

The move comes as a response to a Palestinian government boycott of Israeli cattle imports. The Palestinian agriculture minister said the government is already planning counter-measures.

World

Jun. 3, 2019

Study Finds Olives Grown at Higher Altitudes Yield Better Quality Oils

A study conducted by Jerash University found that oils produced from areas of higher altitude in Jordan had a longer shelf life and higher nutritional values.

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World

Dec. 12, 2017

Olive Tourism in Jordan

A local tourism company is promoting visits to olive farms in Umm Qais, northern Jordan.