Critical situation in the Italian olive oil sector; worrying decline in production for the 2023 harvest

Published Oct 26, 2023

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The President of the Italian Farmers' Union, Mario Serpillo, discussed the current olive harvest in Italy, noting that unfavorable weather conditions have led to a reduction in production. Tuscany is expected to see a decrease of 20-25%, but the quality of the oil will remain high. Puglia has experienced severe damage to olive groves due to storms, while Sicily has a lower production but relatively healthy olive trees. The UCI is calling for support from the government and European institutions to aid Italian farmers during this critical time.

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The President of the Italian Farmers' Union (UCI), Mario Serpillo, analyzed the progress of the olive harvest currently underway, dedicating attention in detail to the different regional realities and the critical issues that the olive oil sector is facing in Italy. "We have now reached the moment of the year most awaited by oil producers. The first estimates for the olive harvest in Tuscany do not bring good news, a reduction of between 20 and 25% in production is expected, mainly due to adverse weather conditions. The May rains blocked pollination, while the summer drought and hailstorms worsened the situation." “However - underlined President Mario Serpillo - the Consortium for the Protection of Tuscan PGI Oil ensures that the quality of the oil will remain high despite the reduction in quantity. The plants suffered stress due to the scorching heat of July and August, causing some of the olives to fall. Those who were able to irrigate were able to recover some of their ...

Source: Agricolae