Evaluation of the Turkish olive oil from the season

 

Compared to 2014-2016, exports fell by 14% in terms of quantity to nearly 13 000 tonnes, and by 16% in value to reach $ 55.6 million.

 

The main importing countries were the United States, with more than 3 000 tonnes and Saudi Arabia, with 1720 tonnes of olive oil exported.

 

Despite the general decline, exports to European Union countries increased by 51% to 1612 tonnes. Spain was the main buyer, followed very far by Germany and Italy.

 

Mr Mehmet Cavli, a member of the National Board of Olives and Olive Oil, said that last season had not lived up to the expectations of Turkish exporters. Sales recorded in the last two months, shows that next season should be very satisfactory, with an increase in domestic consumption Turkish.