Spanish Farmers Ask Government to Intervene Olive Oil Market as Prices Plunge

Leading agrarian groups in Spain have written to Agriculture Minister Luis Planas urging immediate activation of the emergency mechanism that allows the state to intervene in olive‑oil production. The groups say the price of raw olives has fallen sharply over the past weeks, threatening growers’ viability.

In their letter, the organizations request that authorities withdraw a portion of the olive‑oil supply from the market to stabilize prices. They argue that without prompt action, the sector could face significant financial losses and reduced output.

The appeal comes as the European Union monitors commodity markets for signs of distress. Farmers hope the intervention will halt the price slide and restore confidence. #OliveOil #Agriculture #Spain @FAOofficial @EU_Commission