Croatia expects 80% drop in its olive oil production

Olimerca.- Despite the fact that its olive oil production is small, Croatia could lose 80% of its harvest in the 2021/22 season compared to what it obtained in the previous one, which according to data from the International Olive Council (IOC) It reached 4,600 tonnes, the highest figure since the 2016/17 season. A cold snap that caused snowfall in early April when the olive trees were in bloom, followed by a prolonged drought in the summer months, are some of the reasons for the reduced harvest. Additionally, many growers are entering a dormant year, with others estimating to collect 30-40% less than last year, notes Olive ...