Agricultural Expert Faouzi Zayani Highlights Strategic Importance of Tunisia's Olive Oil Harvest
Agricultural expert Faouzi Zayani stated today, October 14, 2025, during his appearance on the "Ahla Sabah" show on Mosaïque FM, that Tunisia's national olive oil harvest is of strategic importance this year. He emphasized that Tunisian production will set a record compared to previous years, amidst a global production decline.
Global Deficit Due to Decreased Production in Spain
Zayani explained that international estimates indicate that global production will not meet demand, particularly after Spain, the world's largest producer, was affected by climatic factors, leading to a downward revision of its harvest forecasts. According to these figures, global production is expected to reach around 2.7 million tons, while consumption exceeds 3 million tons, resulting in a deficit of at least 10 to 12 percent.
Tunisia's Significant Weight on the Global Market
The agricultural expert added that Tunisia will have significant weight on the global market this season, given that its production could approach 500,000 tons, a volume that would place it second among the largest producers and exporters after Spain. Zayani also stressed that demand for Tunisian oil will be high, not only due to quantity but also due to its high quality, which foreign markets rely on for blending or "coupage" operations to improve the quality of other oils.
Key Points:
- Tunisia's olive oil harvest is of strategic importance this year
- Tunisian production is expected to set a record compared to previous years
- Global production decline due to climatic factors in Spain
- Global deficit of at least 10 to 12 percent
- Tunisia's production could reach 500,000 tons, placing it second among largest producers and exporters
- High demand for Tunisian oil due to its high quality and quantity
