At the close of the 2013/14 crop year, imports by the United States, the world’s top importer of olive oil, totalled 312 557.80 t and were 5 pc higher than in 2012/13. Table 1 itemises US imports by country of origin. As can be seen, EU countries recorded a 15-point gain in their share of the US total, which went up from 71 pc in 2012/13 to 86 pc in 2013/2014 driven by high production in Spain. Accounting for 44 pc of total US imports, Italy is still the lead ...
Publication of the Latest IOC Newsletter and Office Closure
MADRID, SPAIN / 23.12.2024
The International Olive Council (IOC) has published the latest issue of its Newsletter. It provides a summary of our recent activities and valuable insights into developments in the olive sector. Please note that the...
Closing Ceremony of the 21st Course for Experts in Virgin Olive Oil Tasting at the University of Jaén
The International Olive Council (IOC) took part in the closing ceremony of the 21st edition of the Course for Experts in Virgin Olive Oil Tasting, held from 25 September to 19 December 2024 at the University of Jaén. This...