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Withdrawal of olive oil in Spain unable to stop prices falling in Portugal

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Briefings

Spanish authorities ordered a mandatory 12% oil retention from olive oil producers until September 2027 to prevent price drops in Portugal. While Spain is the world's largest producer, experts note the impact on the Portuguese market will be negligible due to strong Tunisian imports and high domestic consumption. The measure aims to balance supply and demand, but critics warn it may accelerate price declines and threaten production viability amid global economic instability.

Key points

• Spanish olive oil producers must retain 12% of their annual production until September 2027 to prevent price drops in Portugal.
• Experts argue the measure will have negligible impact on Portugal due to strong Tunisian imports and high domestic consumption.

Context

Spain is the world's largest olive oil producer, representing 40-50% of global production. The Portuguese market is closely tied to Spanish supply, but strong Tunisian imports and high domestic consumption are expected to limit the measure's effectiveness.

Limitations

Evidence covers the Spanish government's order and expert reactions from Sovena and Casa Aragão. Uncertainty remains regarding the full economic impact on Portugal, as the measure may accelerate price declines and threaten production viability amid global economic instability.

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