In 2023, Spain remains the dominant producer of olives in Europe, contributing significantly to the continent's total production despite a 5.16% decrease from the previous year. Italy's production rose slightly by 0.9%, while Greece saw a slight decline of 1.02%. Portugal experienced robust growth, increasing its production by 6.82%, reflecting a steady upward trend seen over the past years. Other countries such as Albania, Croatia, France, and Montenegro also exhibited positive year-on-year growth. Slovenia reported a significant decline of 10.61% in 2023.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Potential recovery in Spain's production levels and market response.
- Continued growth in Portugal's olive sector, possibly influencing regional market dynamics.
- The impact of climate change and agricultural innovations on olive yields across Southern Europe.
- Emerging markets' role, particularly small producers increasing their market share through niche products.
Top countries in Olives Harvested Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 7,530 | 2023 | +91.22% | -5.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 2,040 | 2023 | -5.44% | +0.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 1,130 | 2023 | -6.43% | -1.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 1,040 | 2023 | +31.8% | +6.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Albania | 140.6 | 2023 | -10.84% | +3.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Croatia | 32.64 | 2023 | -18.66% | +2.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 27.66 | 2023 | +26.13% | +1.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 20.29 | 2023 | -4.02% | +0.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 2.26 | 2023 | -7.38% | -10.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 0.84 | 2021 | -15.15% | +18.47% | View data |
