The price of olive oil continues to fall

Olive oil price: finally good news for consumers? The price of olive oil has been a constant topic of conversation in Spain in recent times. This essential ingredient in our Mediterranean diet, both for cooking and for dressing, has experienced fluctuations that have directly impacted the pockets of consumers. Given this situation, many are asking: […]
Why is Italian olive oil more expensive at source than Spanish olive oil?

Olive Oil Prices in Spain and Italy: A Comparative Analysis Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) prices differ significantly between Spain (around €4/kg) and Italy (no less than €9/kg). Several factors contribute to this disparity: Production and Demand: Spain: High production (estimated at 1.3 million tons), far exceeding domestic consumption (less than 500,000 tons), positions Spain […]
Price of olive oil in the USA

Spanish olive oil is now worth more than Italian For the first time, in 2024 figures, the Iberian overtaking is both in value and quantity. Indeed, as the US Department of Commerce Census Bureau points out, Americans paid more for our liquid gold than for Italian gold. Specifically, the average price of olive oils from […]
Olive oil producers adapt to climate change
Stress test: Olive oil producers adapt to climate change Olive oil producers are improving irrigation and looking for new olive varieties to secure production as climate change disrupts harvests and drives up prices for the staple food of the Mediterranean diet. “Climate change is already a reality, and we must adapt,” explained Jaime Lillo, executive […]
Price for a 5-Liter Bottle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Why buy EVOO in a 5-liter bottle? If you are looking for the best price for a 5-liter bottle of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), it is important to know its advantages. Better price per liter: since the manufacturer also has a lower cost. Long supply: the 5l bottle is the preferred format for families […]
Where to find the best deals on extra virgin olive oil?

The Golden Essence of Health: Exclusive Extra Virgin Olive Oil Offers In a world increasingly aware of the importance of healthy eating, extra virgin olive oil has established itself as a true culinary treasure. This liquid jewel not only enriches our dishes with its unparalleled flavor, but also provides countless health benefits. If you’re looking […]
Liquid Gold Turns Pricier

Olive Oil Prices Spike, Straining Consumers Olive oil, a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet and a beloved pantry staple, is experiencing a price surge that’s putting a squeeze on household budgets. Over the past year, the cost of olive oil has skyrocketed by a staggering 39%, with some premium extra virgin olive oil varieties now […]
“Liquid Gold”: An Olive Oil Shortage

An olive oil shortage drives record prices and fears of food insecurity An olive oil shortage has driven prices to record highs, fueled a crime wave, and sent the industry into crisis mode. The explosive rise in the price of the liquid fat, a staple of the Mediterranean diet, has surprised consumers and industry veterans […]
Cheap extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)

Where to buy the cheapest extra virgin olive oil? Does quality extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) have to be expensive? Not necessarily, but it certainly must have its price like other high-end food products. Remember that for many years olive oil was treated as a “common” product; all were considered the same and certainly had […]
Refined olive oil sees successive price rises
Refined olive oil sees successive price rises The olive oil market seems to be experiencing significant turbulence, particularly in the refined olive oil sector and extra virgin olive oil: Price Increases: Retail prices of refined olive oil have been steadily increasing in recent weeks due to a supply crisis in the sector. The average price […]
Olive oil is extremely expensive
Olive oil is incredibly expensive – now there’s hope that it will become cheaper again Prices for olive oil in Spain have risen dramatically since 2020, between 175% and 225% depending on the grade. This is mainly due to a continuous decline in production due to prolonged drought in the olive-growing regions of Andalusia and […]
The cost of olive oil continues to rise

Olive oil price As the cost of olive oil continues to rise amidst the current cost-of-living crisis, consumers are seeking alternatives to mitigate the impact on their budgets. The soaring prices, which have surged by an average of 89% in the past two years, are attributed to various factors including extreme weather conditions such as […]
Why olive oil is getting so expensive in the UK?

Why is olive oil so expensive? Olive oil, once a staple ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, has seen a significant surge in prices in the UK, leaving consumers and industry experts wondering about the reasons behind this trend. Several factors contribute to the rising cost of olive oil in the UK, ranging from global supply chain […]
Spanish supermarkets block olive oil
Spanish supermarkets block olive oil as shoplifting increases Bottles of olive and sunflower oil are on sale in a Malaga supermarket, protected with a padlock and chain to prevent theft. In Spain, the world’s largest olive oil producer, supermarkets are locking up bottles of this staple cooking oil as prices skyrocket and thefts increase. One-liter […]
Olive oil in cartons instead of bottles

Storing Olive Oil Bag-in-Box olive oil is a rare find on grocery store shelves compared to the typical bottled variety. But despite its odd appearance, olive oil stored in boxes has some impressive benefits, such as a longer shelf life and a lighter environmental footprint. Packaged liquids are not a new concept: They have been […]