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Tunisia’s Olive Oil Exports Face Oversight Challenges
Tunisian olive oil represents an important source of income, as exports saw a significant increase during the 2025-2026 season. It reached approximately 368,000 tons, a 55.3% rise compared to the previous year, with sales valued at around 1.4 billion euros—an increase of 44.4%. However, over 80% of these revenues come from the export of bulk oil, which is sold at lower prices—up to about 3.25 dinars per kilogram—compared to packaged oil. The price difference theoretically suggests that Tunisia could generate an additional approximately 1.2 billion dinars if a larger portion of the bulk oil were converted into packaged products through bottling and marketed under a Tunisian brand. This would add value and enhance economic benefits. The challenge lies in shifting the export model from selling bulk oil to developing brand identities and strengthening local packaging capabilities, allowing for greater benefits from the global market and achieving higher economic value.
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