5 Countries that Produce the Best Extra Virgin Olive Oil

In this article, we will take a look at the 5 countries that produce the best extra virgin olive oil. If you want to see more countries in this selection, go to the 12 Countries that Produce the Best Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

5. Tunisia

2021 Olive Oil Exports: $600 million

Tunisia boasts several different olive varieties, but the most popular ones are Chemlali and Chétoui. The Chemlali kind of olive oil from Tunisia is distinguished by its fruity and somewhat bitter undertones. Olive oil from the nation is renowned for having a lot of healthy polyphenols.

In 2021, Tunisia exported 205,000 tons of olive out of a total production of 240,000 tons, accounting for 7.15% of global olive oil exports. However, the country is set to see a decline in olive oil production in the 2022-23 crop season, which has caused the price of olive oil to double from last year’s levels due to strong demand and lower output from other olive oil-producing countries as well. Furthermore, the vegetable oil market is also under pressure which is causing the price of olive oil to remain elevated. The Olive Oil National Office (ONH) anticipates Tunisia to produce a total output of 180,000 tons this crop season.