Olive Oil Suppliers, Trade & Prices — Market Overview 2026
Sub Product
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Infused Olive Oil, Organic Olive Oil, Polyphenol Rich Olive Oil, +2
Derived Products
Sorghum Flatbread, Flatbread, Canned Artichoke, Pitta Bread, +26
Raw Materials
Fresh Olive
HS Code
150920
Last Updated
2026-09-21
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Olive Oil market coverage spans 149 countries.
- 5,992 exporter companies and 6,903 importer companies are indexed in the global supply chain intelligence network for this product.
- 24,910 supplier-linked transactions are summarized across the top 20 countries.
- 8 premium suppliers and 8 catalog items are currently listed.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-09-21.
Global Supplier Transactions, Export Activity, and Price Benchmarks for Olive Oil
Analyze 24,910 supplier-linked transactions across the top 20 countries, with monthly unit-price benchmarks to track export competitiveness and sourcing risk for Olive Oil.
Olive Oil Country YoY Change in Supplier Transactions and Export Momentum
Compare positive and negative YoY shifts in Olive Oil to identify accelerating supplier markets and weakening export corridors.
Top YoY shifts for Olive Oil: Germany (+77.5%), Argentina (+58.0%), Morocco (-37.4%).
Olive Oil Country-Level Supplier Transaction and Unit Price Summary
As of 2025-10, benchmark Olive Oil country transaction counts with monthly unit price and volume to prioritize supplier and export markets.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Olive Oil transaction unit prices: Germany (33.00 USD / kg), Greece (15.05 USD / kg), Portugal (9.74 USD / kg), France (9.64 USD / kg), Italy (9.34 USD / kg), 11 more countries.
| Country | YoY Change | Transaction Count | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | -24.4% | 10,519 | 4.24 USD / kg (25,470,295.513 kg) | 4.04 USD / kg (22,360,510.727 kg) | 4.58 USD / kg (18,999,726.291 kg) | 4.45 USD / kg (14,451,968.047 kg) | 4.56 USD / kg (11,402,762.465 kg) | 5.93 USD / kg (4,533,931.274 kg) | ||||||
| Italy | -17.0% | 6,943 | 5.46 USD / kg (10,862,636.688 kg) | 5.29 USD / kg (11,323,092.294 kg) | 5.18 USD / kg (12,756,243.549 kg) | 5.33 USD / kg (9,363,590.169 kg) | 5.18 USD / kg (6,262,388.223 kg) | 9.34 USD / kg (918,158.947 kg) | ||||||
| Greece | +1.4% | 1,122 | 4.85 USD / kg (1,792,104.001 kg) | 4.71 USD / kg (1,531,999.792 kg) | 4.80 USD / kg (1,623,742.751 kg) | 4.07 USD / kg (1,547,126.668 kg) | 4.89 USD / kg (976,942.632 kg) | 15.05 USD / kg (49,399.68 kg) | ||||||
| France | +13.8% | 297 | 11.87 USD / kg (130,133.151 kg) | 15.30 USD / kg (53,696.179 kg) | 29.75 USD / kg (27,445.938 kg) | 22.94 USD / kg (36,691.38 kg) | 16.32 USD / kg (119,571.05 kg) | 9.64 USD / kg (43,225.37 kg) | ||||||
| Turkiye | -2.3% | 293 | 2.78 USD / kg (1,566,583.12 kg) | 2.84 USD / kg (852,211.52 kg) | 3.46 USD / kg (780,314.211 kg) | 4.33 USD / kg (381,326.1 kg) | 4.80 USD / kg (914,082.661 kg) | 4.49 USD / kg (36,929.92 kg) | ||||||
| Germany | +77.5% | 198 | 25.79 USD / kg (19,010.77 kg) | 38.18 USD / kg (4,259.56 kg) | 20.15 USD / kg (21,004 kg) | 20.66 USD / kg (9,444.53 kg) | 38.44 USD / kg (2,840.83 kg) | 33.00 USD / kg (836 kg) | ||||||
| Tunisia | -33.5% | 333 | 4.10 USD / kg (780,560.01 kg) | 3.56 USD / kg (3,792,171 kg) | 3.87 USD / kg (7,886,992.54 kg) | 3.39 USD / kg (5,563,704 kg) | 3.74 USD / kg (1,986,905 kg) | 8.75 USD / kg (661.68 kg) | ||||||
| Portugal | -6.9% | 315 | 5.46 USD / kg (1,797,998.49 kg) | 5.45 USD / kg (1,486,525.22 kg) | 4.45 USD / kg (975,685.6 kg) | 4.00 USD / kg (430,877.8 kg) | 4.51 USD / kg (248,487.68 kg) | 9.74 USD / kg (20,914.6 kg) | ||||||
| United States | -2.1% | 1,043 | 7.01 USD / kg (227,347.473 kg) | 6.68 USD / kg (233,408.229 kg) | 6.54 USD / kg (307,485.979 kg) | 5.48 USD / kg (154,829.676 kg) | 6.43 USD / kg (155,255.05 kg) | 6.98 USD / kg (139,792.851 kg) | ||||||
| Chile | -36.2% | 431 | 4.73 USD / kg (2,563,620.203 kg) | 4.53 USD / kg (3,121,079.114 kg) | 3.86 USD / kg (508,575.191 kg) | 3.28 USD / kg (420,098.47 kg) | 5.36 USD / kg (44,880.9 kg) | 7.01 USD / kg (15,895.4 kg) |
Olive Oil Global Supply Chain Coverage
12,895 companies
5,992 exporters and 6,903 importers are mapped for Olive Oil.
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Olive Oil Export Supplier Intelligence, Trade Flows, and Price Signals
5,992 exporter companies are mapped in Tridge Supply Chain Intelligence for Olive Oil. Exporters and importers can use company profiles and analytics to evaluate supplier coverage, trading activity, and route opportunities.
Olive Oil Verified Export Suppliers and Premium Partners
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Nidera S.A.
Argentina
Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Zaytec Argentina S.A.
Argentina
Food Manufacturing
Selekta International
Tunisia
Contact
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Akkoçlar Zeytincilik
Turkiye
Food Manufacturing
CROSS DEV
France
ContactCatalog
Basso Fedele & Figli S.R.L.
Italy
ContactCatalog
Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
javier@sa-oils.com
Spain
Contact
Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Wholesalers
ftl group
Egypt
ContactCatalog
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Olive Oil Global Supplier Catalog Offers and Export Pricing Opportunities
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Olive Oil Top Exporters and Supplier Profiles
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(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-03
Recently Export Partner Companies: 18
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 500M - 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Russia, Panama, Ecuador, South Korea, Peru, Colombia, Pakistan, United States, India, Mexico
Supplying Products: Olive Oil, Cured Olives, Olive Pomace Oil +5
(Spain)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-09-17
Recently Export Partner Companies: 22
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: India, Bolivia, Philippines, Russia, Panama, Colombia, United States, Ecuador, South Korea, Mexico
Supplying Products: Olive Oil, Olive Pomace Oil, Avocado Oil +5
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-20
Recently Export Partner Companies: 12
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesCrop ProductionFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Peru, Poland, Mozambique, Morocco, China, Australia, Vietnam, Iran, Bangladesh, India
Supplying Products: Soybean Meal, Soybean Oil, Maize Grain +5
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-01-06
Recently Export Partner Companies: 6
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Bolivia, Colombia, Venezuela, United Kingdom, Mexico, United States, Paraguay, Peru, Brazil, Chile
Supplying Products: Olive Oil, Soybean Oil, Sunflower Oil +5
(Argentina)
Latest Export Transaction: 2025-10-29
Recently Export Partner Companies: 14
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Italy, Indonesia, Mozambique, Chile, Bangladesh, Algeria, Vietnam, Peru, China, India
Supplying Products: Maize Grain, Soybean Meal, Soybean Oil +5
(Turkiye)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-06-25
Recently Export Partner Companies: 22
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood ManufacturingTrade
Exporting Countries: Pakistan, Australia, Japan, Russia, Italy, Morocco, Canada, South Korea, Spain, United States
Supplying Products: Olive Oil, Olive Pomace Oil, Grape Seed Oil +5
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Olive Oil Global Exporter Coverage
5,992 companies
Exporter company count is a key signal for Olive Oil supply depth and sourcing optionality.
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Top Exporting Countries for Olive Oil (HS Code 150920) in 2024
For Olive Oil in 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 10 supplier countries to map core supply structure.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spain | 744,818,014.138 kg | 6,192,552,898.482 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 301,065,577 kg | 3,164,482,113.301 USD |
| 3 | Portugal | 219,578,223.984 kg | 1,651,781,991.772 USD |
| 4 | Greece | 115,395,025.568 kg | 1,001,999,434.247 USD |
| 5 | Turkiye | 100,689,492 kg | 648,641,550 USD |
| 6 | Argentina | 18,587,316.39 kg | 145,130,755.2 USD |
| 7 | Chile | 14,373,446.507 kg | 131,119,385.02 USD |
| 8 | United States | 23,570,397 kg | 70,548,382 USD |
| 9 | Netherlands | 4,198,548.742 kg | 37,928,766.338 USD |
| 10 | Germany | 3,072,781.489 kg | 36,809,435.574 USD |
Olive Oil Export Trade Flow and Partner Country Summary
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Olive Oil Import Buyer Intelligence, Demand Signals, and Price Benchmarks
6,903 importer companies are mapped for Olive Oil demand intelligence. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to prioritize buyers, distributors, and downstream demand partners by market.
Olive Oil Top Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners
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(Turkiye)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 2
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Germany, Netherlands, United States, Israel, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Spain, Italy
(Spain)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 3
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: -
(South Korea)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-09-14
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: -
(Mexico)
Latest Import Transaction: 2025-12-22
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Brokers And Trade AgenciesFood ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking Places
Value Chain Roles: Colombia, China, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Ecuador, Australia, Andorra, Spain, United States
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-02-15
Recently Import Partner Companies: 6
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood PackagingFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: -
(United States)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-08-21
Recently Import Partner Companies: 12
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 50M - 100M
Industries: Beverage ManufacturingFood ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: United States, Mexico, Turkiye
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Global Importer Coverage
6,903 companies
Importer company count highlights the current depth of demand-side visibility for Olive Oil.
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Top Import Demand Countries for Olive Oil (HS Code 150920) in 2024
For Olive Oil in 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 10 demand countries to identify priority markets.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 364,924,316 kg | 3,273,242,917 USD |
| 2 | Italy | 378,944,766 kg | 3,031,909,271.109 USD |
| 3 | Spain | 155,100,333.953 kg | 1,093,989,104.429 USD |
| 4 | Brazil | 77,481,292.464 kg | 787,103,318 USD |
| 5 | Portugal | 91,402,667.46 kg | 651,901,147.342 USD |
| 6 | United Kingdom | 60,832,905.815 kg | 564,623,444.59 USD |
| 7 | Japan | 44,393,232 kg | 460,062,228.707 USD |
| 8 | Germany | 45,783,273.99 kg | 457,863,622.722 USD |
| 9 | Canada | 44,350,200.466 kg | 397,507,353.156 USD |
| 10 | Australia | 32,527,575.288 kg | 288,697,307.895 USD |
Olive Oil Import Trade Flow and Origin Country Summary
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Global Wholesale Supplier Price Trends by Country for Olive Oil
Olive Oil Monthly Wholesale Supplier Price Summary by Country
Monthly Olive Oil wholesale unit-price benchmarks by country for export and sourcing decisions.
In 2026-03, countries with visible Olive Oil wholesale unit prices: Italy (5.59 USD / kg), Portugal (5.24 USD / kg), Spain (4.55 USD / kg), Greece (4.23 USD / kg).
| Country | 2025-10 | 2025-11 | 2025-12 | 2026-01 | 2026-02 | 2026-03 | 2026-04 | 2026-05 | 2026-06 | 2026-07 | 2026-08 | 2026-09 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 4.55 USD / kg | 4.65 USD / kg | 4.70 USD / kg | 4.64 USD / kg | 4.73 USD / kg | 4.55 USD / kg | ||||||
| Italy | 6.41 USD / kg | 5.96 USD / kg | 6.08 USD / kg | 5.93 USD / kg | 5.81 USD / kg | 5.59 USD / kg | ||||||
| Greece | 4.37 USD / kg | 4.25 USD / kg | 4.65 USD / kg | 4.40 USD / kg | 4.26 USD / kg | 4.23 USD / kg | ||||||
| Portugal | 5.01 USD / kg | - | 5.14 USD / kg | 5.07 USD / kg | 5.28 USD / kg | 5.24 USD / kg | ||||||
| Egypt | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Olive Oil Wholesale Price Competitiveness by Major Exporting Countries
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Latest Olive Oil Wholesale Export Price Updates
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Classification
Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormLiquid
Industry PositionProcessed Agricultural Product
Market
Olive oil is a globally traded edible vegetable oil with production highly concentrated in the Mediterranean basin, where Spain is typically the dominant producer and exporter. International trade includes substantial bulk shipments for blending and bottling, alongside branded retail exports, with Italy often acting as a major bottling and re-export hub in addition to being a large producer. The United States is a leading import market outside the EU, while intra‑EU trade links major producing origins with large consumer markets in Northern and Western Europe. Market dynamics are strongly shaped by weather-driven yield variability, quality differentiation between extra virgin and refined categories, and recurring concerns around authenticity and labeling integrity.
Market GrowthMixed (medium-term outlook)steady expansion in some non-traditional markets alongside mature consumption patterns in parts of the Mediterranean; short-term volatility driven by harvest variability
Major Producing Countries
- SpainTypically the largest global producer; Mediterranean production concentration is a key market feature.
- ItalyMajor producer with a large downstream bottling and branded trade sector.
- GreeceHigh share of production marketed as virgin/extra virgin in many seasons.
- TurkiyeLarge producer with variable export availability depending on domestic policy and crop size.
- TunisiaMajor producer and exporter, often supplying bulk oil into EU value chains.
- MoroccoGrowing producer with expanding modern groves and processing capacity.
- PortugalSignificant Iberian producer with increasing export presence.
- SyriaHistorically significant producer; trade can be constrained by conflict and sanctions exposure.
Major Exporting Countries
- SpainLargest exporter; supplies both bulk and packaged oil to global markets.
- ItalyExports large volumes of bottled/branded product and re-exports oil sourced from other origins.
- TunisiaImportant bulk exporter into the EU and other destinations, with seasonal variability.
- TurkiyeExporter with trade flows that can be affected by domestic market measures.
- PortugalExports across the EU and to overseas markets, often linked to Iberian supply chains.
- GreeceExports both bulk and packaged oils, including premium extra virgin segments.
Major Importing Countries
- United StatesOne of the largest import markets outside the EU for retail and foodservice demand.
- ItalyMajor importer for blending, bottling, and re-export in addition to domestic consumption.
- FranceLarge consumer market supplied through EU trade.
- GermanyLarge consumer market supplied through EU trade and global imports.
- United KingdomSignificant importer for retail demand, supplied by EU and Mediterranean exporters.
- JapanPremium-oriented import market with demand for extra virgin and origin-labeled oils.
Supply Calendar
- Spain:Nov, Dec, JanMain harvest and milling season is in late autumn to winter in the Northern Hemisphere.
- Italy:Oct, Nov, DecHarvest timing varies by region; quality-focused early harvest programs can shift volumes earlier.
- Greece:Nov, Dec, Jan, FebExtended winter harvest window in many producing areas.
- Tunisia:Nov, Dec, Jan, FebLarge crop years can drive strong bulk export availability after milling.
- Turkey:Nov, Dec, JanSupply availability for export depends on crop size and domestic market measures.
- Argentina:Apr, May, JunSouthern Hemisphere season provides counter-seasonal production versus the Mediterranean.
- Chile:Apr, May, JunSouthern Hemisphere counter-seasonal origin, often positioned for freshness-focused marketing.
- Australia:Apr, May, Jun, JulSouthern Hemisphere origin with harvest spanning autumn to early winter.
Specification
Major VarietiesExtra virgin olive oil, Virgin olive oil, Refined olive oil, Olive-pomace oil
Physical Attributes
- Color ranges from green to golden depending on cultivar, maturity, filtration, and storage conditions.
- Aroma and flavor profiles vary widely; sensory defects (e.g., rancid) are central to quality classification in virgin categories.
Compositional Metrics
- Quality specifications commonly reference free acidity, peroxide value, UV absorbance indices, and fatty-acid profile parameters (category-specific).
- Oxidation stability and phenolic content are commonly discussed in premium segments, but measurement approaches and buyer requirements vary by market.
Grades
- Extra Virgin
- Virgin
- Refined
- Olive-pomace
Packaging
- Retail: dark glass bottles (commonly 250 mL to 1 L) and metal tins (often multi-liter sizes) to protect from light.
- Bulk: stainless tanks, drums, and flexitanks/ISO tanks for shipment to bottling and industrial users.
- Premium formats: bag-in-box and nitrogen-flushed bottling/headspace management to reduce oxidation risk.
ProcessingLight, oxygen, and heat accelerate oxidation and sensory deterioration; packaging and storage controls are central to maintaining quality.Filtration/clarification choices affect appearance and can influence stability and shelf-life behavior depending on moisture/particulate load.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Olive harvest -> transport to mill -> washing/leaf removal -> crushing/milling -> malaxation -> separation (centrifugation) -> optional filtration/clarification -> storage in inerted tanks -> blending and bottling -> distribution to retail/foodservice/industrial users
Demand Drivers
- Consumer preference for extra virgin and origin/quality cues (e.g., sensory profile, PDO/PGI where applicable).
- Broad use across home cooking, foodservice, and as an ingredient oil in prepared foods and sauces.
- Premiumization in some markets alongside value-focused demand for refined and blended categories.
Temperature
- Ambient transport is typical, but exposure to high temperatures during storage and transit can accelerate oxidation and quality loss.
- Storage and distribution prioritize cool, stable temperatures and protection from direct sunlight.
Atmosphere Control
- Inert gas blanketing (e.g., nitrogen) in storage tanks and bottling operations is widely used to reduce oxygen exposure and oxidation risk in bulk and packaged supply chains.
Shelf Life
- Shelf-life is primarily limited by oxidation and resulting sensory deterioration; packaging, light protection, headspace oxygen control, and storage conditions materially affect usable quality over time.
- Category and quality level at bottling (virgin vs refined; freshness and stability) influence how long the product maintains expected sensory attributes.
Risks
Climate HighGlobal olive oil supply is heavily concentrated in Mediterranean climates, making world availability and prices highly sensitive to drought, heat stress, and rainfall variability in Southern Europe and North Africa. Poor harvests in major origins can tighten global supply quickly, shifting trade flows toward bulk blending channels and intensifying price volatility across grades.Diversify origin exposure across multiple Mediterranean countries and include Southern Hemisphere suppliers; use contracted volumes, inventory buffers, and quality-based blending strategies to manage volatility.
Food Fraud MediumOlive oil is vulnerable to authenticity, mislabeling, and adulteration risks due to price differentials between categories and the complexity of verifying origin and grade claims in bulk trade. Regulatory actions and retailer scrutiny can disrupt market access and damage brand trust when non-compliance is detected.Implement robust traceability, supplier audits, and routine authenticity testing aligned to recognized analytical and sensory standards; maintain transparent labeling and documentation.
Plant Health MediumPest and disease outbreaks affecting olive trees can reduce regional output and trigger phytosanitary controls, with longer-term orchard replacement timelines creating multi-season supply impacts. The risk is amplified where production is regionally concentrated in specific growing zones.Monitor phytosanitary alerts and regional production conditions; build multi-origin sourcing and maintain contingency blends that meet category specifications.
Price Volatility MediumOlive oil markets can experience sharp price swings driven by weather-related yield changes, alternate bearing effects, and shifts in the share of extra virgin versus refined output. This creates margin and formulation risks for food manufacturers and private-label programs.Use indexed contracts where feasible, diversify grade mix, and align procurement timing with crop-year supply patterns and quality testing.
Regulatory Compliance MediumCategory definitions, labeling rules, and quality/composition limits vary by jurisdiction and are enforced through import controls and market surveillance. Non-compliance (including labeling and category claims) can result in detentions, recalls, or reputational harm.Maintain a compliance matrix for target markets, align specifications to Codex/IOC-aligned parameters, and verify labels and certificates prior to shipment.
Sustainability
- Climate and water scarcity risk in the Mediterranean basin (the core global supply region) driving yield volatility and raising irrigation and watershed-stewardship scrutiny.
- Land-use change and biodiversity impacts associated with intensification (high-density groves) in some producing regions.
- Olive mill byproducts and wastewater management (including high organic-load effluents) as a localized environmental compliance issue.
Labor & Social
- Seasonal labor reliance and subcontracting in olive harvest and milling ecosystems, with recurring scrutiny of wage compliance, worker housing, and worker protection in parts of the Mediterranean agricultural sector.
- Smallholder bargaining power and traceability challenges where fragmented farm structures supply bulk channels.
FAQ
Which countries dominate global olive oil production and exports?Global production is concentrated in the Mediterranean basin, with Spain typically the largest producer and exporter. Other major producing and exporting countries include Italy, Greece, Tunisia, Turkey, Portugal, and Morocco.
What are the main commercial grades of olive oil in international trade?International trade commonly distinguishes extra virgin and virgin olive oils from refined olive oil and olive-pomace oil. These categories differ in quality expectations, processing intensity, and how they are used in retail, foodservice, and industrial channels.
What is the single biggest global risk to olive oil supply?The most critical global risk is climate variability and water stress in the Mediterranean, because this region supplies most of the world’s olive oil. Drought and heat can sharply reduce yields and trigger global price volatility and trade flow shifts.
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Olive Oil Country Coverage for Suppliers, Export Flows, and Prices
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All country market pages: Poland, Argentina, Canada, Germany, Algeria, Morocco, Malaysia, India, Mexico, Netherlands, Russia, Syria, Belgium, Chile, Colombia, United Kingdom, Israel, Panama, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, China, Egypt, South Korea, Lithuania, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Cyprus, Ecuador, Jordan, Lebanon, Peru, Uzbekistan, Switzerland, Czechia, Croatia, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Finland, Palestine, Dominican Republic, Hong Kong, Pakistan, Romania, Sweden, Albania, Slovenia, Ukraine, Costa Rica, Macedonia, Vietnam, Singapore, Malawi, Oman, Indonesia, Bolivia, Liechtenstein, Philippines, Mongolia, Uruguay, Qatar, Thailand, Denmark, New Zealand, Ireland, Slovakia, Guatemala, Iraq, Hungary, Norway, Iran, Bahrain, Luxembourg, Serbia, Kenya, Estonia, Bangladesh, Paraguay, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iceland, Honduras, Uganda, El Salvador, Andorra, Armenia, Aruba, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Bermuda, Brunei, Bahamas, Bhutan, Botswana, Belize, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Jamaica, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Moldova, Montenegro, Madagascar, Myanmar [Burma], Macao, Malta, Mauritius, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Nepal, Rwanda, Senegal, Swaziland, Togo, Tajikistan, Trinidad and Tobago, Tanzania, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Venezuela, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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