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Olive oil, green gold, is famous for its nutritional qualities and health benefits.
It is a crucial industry for several Mediterranean nations.
Global production for 2024 shows impressive numbers with historical leaders and surprising increases in power.
Here’s a look at the top ten manufacturers that illustrate the diversity and vitality of this industry.
- Spain
Spain remains in the lead with an estimated production of 766.4 thousand tons thanks to a favorable climate and advanced farming methods.
- Italy
Italy follows with 288.9 thousand tons and maintains its reputation thanks to high-quality oils and deep-rooted traditional know-how.
- Tunisia
Tunisia climbs to third place with a significant production of 220 thousand tons, reflecting a dynamic and growing sector, supported by innovations and constant expansion of olive groves.
- Turkey
Turkey, with a production of 210 thousand tons, continues to strengthen its market position through ongoing investments in production technologies.
- Greece
With 195 thousand tons, Greece continues to produce oils known for their distinctive taste and quality from regions such as Crete and the Peloponnese.
- Portugal
Portugal, with 150 thousand tons, highlights its modern and traditional techniques to produce olive oil that is gaining popularity internationally.
- Morocco
Morocco produces 106 thousand tons thanks to ideal climatic conditions and an increase in the skills of its production methods.
- Syria
Syria, with 95 thousand tons, remains a traditional player despite regional challenges and promotes its ancestral olive varieties.
- Algeria
Algeria, which produces 93 thousand tons, continues to improve its production capacity thanks to agricultural reforms and technological investments.
- Egypt
Egypt closes this top 10 with 40 thousand tons, with an emphasis on improving quality and expanding its export markets.
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