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Dec. 21, 2023
Climate Extremes, Economic Pressures Dampen 2023 Harvest, Survey Finds
Olive oil producers gave the 2023 harvest a dismal rating in terms of yields and quality.
Dec. 18, 2023
Tunisia Takes Measures to Lower Olive Oil Prices at Home as Export Revenues Fall
Low fixed prices for Tunisian bulk exports to Europe mean Tunisian farmers are not benefiting from the surge in global olive oil prices.
Nov. 27, 2023
High Olive Oil Prices in Spain Spur Interest in Black Friday Discounts
While prices at origin have dipped slightly, they remain elevated in stores, prompting concern among retailers over theft and consumers over fraud.
Nov. 21, 2023 Production
The Agronomic and Macroeconomic Forces Behind Olive Oil Prices in Italy
Nov. 20, 2023 Business
Nov. 6, 2023 News Briefs
Olive Oil Production in Europe Expected to Reach 1.5M Tons in 2023/24
Oct. 26, 2023 Business
High-Priced Olive Oil Fuels Thefts in Greece, Farmers Respond
Oct. 23, 2023 News Briefs
Oct. 23, 2023
Rising Prices, New Technology Attract Private Equity Interest in Olive Oil
Analysts are eyeing promising financial returns in the olive oil market, particularly in Spain and Portugal.
Oct. 12, 2023
Another Poor Harvest in Andalusia Predicted
Low output in the world’s largest olive oil-producing region will continue to push prices higher.
Oct. 11, 2023
Morocco Bans Olive Oil Exports in Bid to Control Rising Prices
Officials say the ban will stem olive oil price increases in the country. It won't help elsewhere.
Oct. 3, 2023
Why Olive Oil Prices Are Higher in Spain
A combination of retail purchase schedules, consumer habits and tax rates explain why extra virgin olive oil costs more in Spain than in France, Italy or Portugal.
Sep. 28, 2023
Olive Oil Production Expected to Fall Below 1M Tons in Spain
Anticipation of a second-consecutive poor harvest in the world’s largest olive oil producer means prices are likely to keep rising.
Sep. 25, 2023
Olive Farmers in Puglia Face Catastrophic Harvest After Autumn Storms
The damage to the southern Italian region’s olive trees is expected to drive up prices in the short term and lower production in future harvests.
Sep. 18, 2023
Olive Oil Thefts Rising in Mills and Supermarkets Across Spain
Rising prices and an increase in organized criminal activity are driving the increase in thefts, officials said.
Sep. 14, 2023
Syria Restricts Olive Oil Exports as Harvest Outlook Worsens
Olive oil production in Syria is expected to fall by 50 percent in the 2023/24 crop year. Authorities have banned exports to prevent price rises.
Sep. 14, 2023
Olive Oil Prices Soar on Drought and Poor Harvests, Impacting Consumers Worldwide
Olive oil prices are soaring due to drought and poor harvests in major producing countries with varying impacts in different regions.
Sep. 7, 2023
Spanish Officials Raise Alarm Over Rising Olive Oil Prices While Calling for Calm
Olive oil prices have exceeded €10 per liter at retail and are expected to continue rising. Rain in Andalusia would provide a glimmer of hope for the approaching harvest.
Aug. 24, 2023
Olive Oil Prices Soar in Greece
The shortage of olive oil stocks in Europe and domestic inflation are pushing prices to new heights.
Aug. 18, 2023
Citing Rising Prices and Low Margins, Turkey Bans Bulk Olive Oil Exports
The trade ministry wants to promote the country's packaged olive oil exports while limiting further price rises for domestic consumers.
Aug. 2, 2023
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Prices Could Reach €11/Kg in Italy, Officials Warn
A poor harvest in 2023 combined with low olive oil stocks and anticipation of a modestly higher harvest in 2024 has seen Italian olive oil prices reach unprecedented heights.
Jul. 31, 2023
Concerns Mount Over Olive Oil Shortage in Spain
With olive oil stocks expected to run out by the start of the coming harvest and predictions of another low yield, experts anticipate prices to continue rising.
Jul. 26, 2023
Europe Confirms Steep Decline in Olive Oil Production
In the bloc’s latest short-term agricultural outlook report, E.U. experts said the poor harvest and low stocks will keep pressure on prices.