Countries by Olive production

Olives are not only a staple in Mediterranean cuisine but also a major agricultural product in many regions with a warm, temperate climate. Olive trees thrive in areas with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers. They are valued for their oil and fruit, which play a crucial role in the diets and economies of producers worldwide. According to the latest data available up to 2025, this report focuses on the olive production statistics for the year 2023 from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) stats database.

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Map of countries by Olive production

Global Olive Production

In 2023, global olive production was approximately 20.3 million tonnes. Over the years, olive production has seen significant growth, rising from around 8.2 million tonnes in 1961 to over 20 million tonnes in recent years. This substantial increase highlights the growing importance of olive cultivation. A comparison of the latest data point in 2023 with the earliest point in 1961 shows a remarkable increase, indicating robust growth in the industry.

Olive Production by Country

  • Spain: Leading the world in olive production with approximately 5.1 million tonnes.
  • Greece: Producing around 3 million tonnes of olives, making it a significant player in the olive market.
  • Italy: Contributing nearly 2.4 million tonnes to global olive production.
  • Turkey: With about 1.5 million tonnes, Turkey remains a substantial producer.
  • Canada: According to FAO statistics, Canada does not produce any olives.
Country Production (tonnes) Production per Person (kg) Harvested Area (ha) Yield (kg/ha)
Spain 5,101,010 109.325 2,651,110 1.924
Greece 3,045,100 282.787 826,390 3.685
Italy 2,397,880 39.676 1,080,060 2.22
Turkey 1,520,000 17.804 903,061 1.683
Portugal 1,194,990 116.12 380,880 3.137
Tunisia 1,077,206.21 94.11 1,934,447 0.557
Morocco 1,046,055.65 30.081 1,214,934 0.861
Egypt 1,034,309.92 10.609 114,102 9.065
Algeria 904,013.51 21.248 482,055 1.875
Syria 697,325 38.138 674,767 1.033
Saudi Arabia 391,033.55 11.703 31,428 12.442
Argentina 344,714.98 7.747 125,562 2.745
Peru 206,983 6.626 28,300 7.314
Jordan 169,458 16.563 57,840 2.93
Libya 147,411.37 22.78 215,178 0.685
Lebanon 136,176.33 22.348 63,147 2.156
Chile 131,440.47 7.479 20,956 6.272
Albania 117,618.05 40.977 50,404 2.334
Iran 113,789.07 1.392 35,512 3.204
Palestinian Territories 110,771.4 24.345 53,288 2.079
United States of America 110,220 0.336 16,188 6.809
Australia 100,536 4.014 40,665 2.472
Israel 46,000 5.164 33,700 1.365
Croatia 29,850 7.121 20,790 1.436
France 29,740 0.442 16,790 1.771
Iraq 29,210.25 0.743 7,059 4.138
Mexico 23,653.15 0.19 5,249 4.506
Cyprus 21,930 25.655 10,530 2.083
Uruguay 14,000 3.993 5,070 2.761
Macedonia 11,742.33 5.658 5,421 2.166
El Salvador 11,451.24 1.724 5,649 2.027
Afghanistan 7,785.23 0.247 2,207 3.528
Brazil 6,864 0.033 3,867 1.775
Azerbaijan 5,691.4 0.575 6,320 0.901
Taiwan 2,628.1 0.111 316 8.317
China 2,628.1 0.002 316 8.317
Slovenia 1,310 0.634 1,620 0.809
Kuwait 686.84 0.162 56 12.265
Bosnia and Herzegovina 497 0.131 142 3.5
Montenegro 381.54 0.613 170 2.244
Uzbekistan 116.83 0.004 137 0.853
Malta 20 0.042 190 0.105

Top Olive Producing Countries by Share

  • Spain accounts for a significant 25.1% of the world's olive production, underscoring its dominance in the sector.
  • Greece contributes approximately 15% of global olive production, reflecting its critical role in the industry.
  • Italy holds an 11.8% share in global production, staying as one of the top producers.
  • Turkey represents 7.5% of the total global production, highlighting its importance in the olive market.
  • Together, these top producers represent over 50% of the world's olive production, showcasing the concentration of production in a few key regions.

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