According to data released by the National Observatory of Agriculture, Tunisia's olive oil exports have seen a significant increase in the first 11 months of the 2025/2026 season. The country exported 399.3 thousand tons of olive oil, valued at 5016.4 million dinars, representing a 48.6% increase in quantity and a 39.4% increase in revenue compared to the same period in the previous season.

The National Observatory of Agriculture's statistics also reveal that extra-virgin olive oil accounts for 83.4% of Tunisia's exported olive oil. This substantial growth in olive oil exports is a positive development for Tunisia's economy, which has been facing various challenges in recent years. The country's olive oil production is a significant contributor to its agricultural sector and export earnings.

Tunisia's olive oil exports have been steadily increasing over the years, driven by the country's favorable climate and soil conditions, which make it an ideal place for olive cultivation. The country's olive oil producers have also been working to improve the quality of their products, which has helped to boost exports. The growth in olive oil exports is expected to have a positive impact on Tunisia's economy and trade balance.

The increase in olive oil exports is a welcome development for Tunisia's economy, which has been experiencing a slowdown in recent years. The country's economy has been facing various challenges, including high unemployment and inflation, and the growth in olive oil exports is expected to help alleviate some of these pressures. The Tunisian government has been implementing various measures to support the country's agricultural sector and boost exports.

The National Observatory of Agriculture's data also shows that Tunisia's agricultural sector has been performing well in recent years, with various crops and products seeing significant increases in production and exports. The country's agricultural sector is a significant contributor to its economy and employment, and the growth in olive oil exports is expected to have a positive impact on the sector as a whole.

Tunisia's olive oil exports are expected to continue growing in the coming years, driven by the country's favorable climate and soil conditions, as well as the efforts of its olive oil producers to improve the quality of their products. The country's olive oil industry is also expected to benefit from the growing demand for healthy and sustainable food products globally.

The growth in olive oil exports is a positive development for Tunisia's economy and trade balance, and is expected to have a positive impact on the country's agricultural sector and employment. The country's government and agricultural sector will likely continue to work to support the growth of the olive oil industry and boost exports.

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  • Tunisia's olive oil exports increased by 48.6% in the first 11 months of the 2025/2026 season, driven by favorable climate and soil conditions.

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