Key Market Indicators
U.S. consumption of olives is projected to reach 187,000 metric tons by 2026, up from 182,000 metric tons in 2021. On average, demand has grown by 0.4% annually since 2017. In 2021, the U.S. was the third-largest consumer, behind Italy (182,000 metric tons) and Greece (181,000 metric tons). Meanwhile, American olive production is expected to reach 140,900 metric tons by 2026, up from 134,000 metric tons in 2021. On average, supply has decreased by 2.2% each year since 1966.