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Jordan

News Briefs

Feb. 4, 2026

Jordan Expands Tunisian Olive Oil Imports as Drought Squeezes Local Supply

Jordan has approved imports of 10,000 tons of Tunisian olive oil as the country faces sharply reduced production following prolonged drought.

News Briefs

Nov. 4, 2025

Drought and Low Yields Push Jordan to Explore Olive Oil Imports

With output expected to fall by half due to drought and natural yield cycles, Jordan faces rising olive oil prices and supply shortages.

Business

Jul. 8, 2025

Jordan Launches Campaign to Support Olive Sector

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

A green area of trees surrounded by a barren desert landscape under a clear blue sky. - Olive Oil Times
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.

An olive tree surrounded by arches and soft lighting in a courtyard setting. - Olive Oil Times
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.

Olive trees on a hillside with sunlight shining through the leaves during sunset. - Olive Oil Times
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.

Stone ruins overlooking a mountainous landscape during sunset with a colorful sky. - Olive Oil Times
Aerial view of a diverse agricultural landscape featuring fields and trees in a rural area. - Olive Oil Times
Scenic view of olive groves on hillsides with a river winding through the valley. - Olive Oil Times
Rows of olive trees in a grove with a dirt path running through the center. - Olive Oil Times
Aerial view of an olive grove with rows of olive trees on a hillside. - Olive Oil Times
Production

Nov. 22, 2021

Jordanian Farmers Expect Fall in Production Due to Drought, Pests

As the situation in northern Jordan’s fertile agricultural regions looks increasingly dire, three organizations are stepping in to promote traditional and sustainable farming methods.

A man wearing a traditional black and white checked headscarf and a green shirt, standing outdoors. - Olive Oil Times
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.

Aerial view of olive groves in the Jordan Valley with rolling hills in the background. - Olive Oil Times
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.

A panoramic view of an olive grove with rolling hills and distant mountains under a cloudy sky. - Olive Oil Times
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

A mountain landscape with visible flames and smoke under a night sky with clouds and a full moon. - Olive Oil Times
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.

Two women wearing hijabs walking through a market with children and various items for sale. - Olive Oil Times
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.

Aerial view of olive groves in the Jordan Valley with rolling hills in the background. - Olive Oil Times
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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