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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. 7, 2023 News Briefs
Spanish Officials Raise Alarm Over Rising Olive Oil Prices While Calling for Calm
Aug. 24, 2023 News Briefs
Aug. 18, 2023 News Briefs
Citing Rising Prices and Low Margins, Turkey Bans Bulk Olive Oil Exports
Aug. 2, 2023 News Briefs
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Prices Could Reach €11/Kg in Italy, Officials Warn
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.
Jun. 5, 2023
Farmers and Consumers React to Rising Olive Oil Prices
As drought pushes production prices up across the Mediterranean, farmers and consumers adapt.
May. 22, 2023
As Spain Fights Food Inflation, Pressures Keep Mounting
While inflation shows signs of moderation, political uncertainty ahead of a major election and the ongoing drought will continue to put pressure on olive oil and food prices.
May. 19, 2023
Climate Disasters Drive Prices Higher
Drought on the Iberian Peninsula and floods in Croatia have resulted in a rocky start to olive development, spurring more price rises.
May. 2, 2023
Prices Continue to Break Records in Spain Ahead of Dismal Harvest Outlook
However, timely rain paired with stagnant global demand and an increasing number of olive groves entering maturity could reverse the price trends.
Apr. 22, 2023
Olive Oil Prices Rising Faster than Inflation in Italy
Olive oil prices at origin in Italy are 46 percent higher than last year, driving up the costs of other popular foods.
Mar. 20, 2023
16 Arrested as Police Uncover Network of Olive Thieves Outside Madrid
Spain’s Guardia Civil seized 6,000 liters of olive oil likely made from stolen olives.
Feb. 10, 2023
From Andalusia to Madrid, Spain Shocked at Wave of Olive Thefts
The soaring price of olives and olive oil has led to an epidemic of fruit thefts and damage to groves across Spain.
Feb. 9, 2023
Olive Oil Consumption Slumps in Europe as High Prices Persist
Olive oil sales and exports have slowed down in Spain as prices at origin remain high and general inflation remains elevated.
Feb. 9, 2023
Producers in Argentina Grapple with Inflation Ahead of 2023 Harvest
Signs of a promising harvest and high olive oil prices in Europe may temper challenges created by inflation and a dual currency in Argentina.
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
Tunisian Olive Oil Prices Keep Climbing
Local authorities have confirmed a lower-than-expected olive oil yield, leading to a steady rise in prices.