Olive Oil Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Source (Non Organic, Organic), Flavor (Fruity & Peppery, Fruity & Herby, Full-Bodied & Earthy, Mild & Buttery), Extraction Method (Cold-Extracted, First-Press, Cold-Pressed), and Others
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Olive Oil Market is accounted for $3.77 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $8.75 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 5.28% during the forecast period. Olive oil is a type of fat derived from the fruit of the Olea europaea (olive tree) that contains healthy fatty acids such as oleic acid, palmitic acid, and linoleic acid. Olive oil is widely used and widely available around the world. It is widely used for its capability to prevent heart disease by regulating cholesterol levels within the body. It also has moisturising and exfoliating properties, making it useful in a variety of skincare and personal care products. Olive oil can be used in a variety of applications, including dressing spray, cosmetics and personal care, as well as foods and medicines.
According to data from the International Olive Council (IOC), global olive oil output averaged 2.87 million tons between crop years 2005–2006 and 2019–2020, with 72 percent of that produced in the European Union (EU). Around 2 million tons of olive oil was produced in Spain, Italy, and Greece, accounting for 96 percent of all olive oil produced in the EU. According to the United Nations, World Economic Situation and Prospects 2019, in both 2017 and 2018, economic growth increased in more than half of the world's economies.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Changing Dietary Style of the Consumers
The rise in the prevalence of a variety of diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, as well as cancer, has resulted in a significant shift in consumer dietary habits around the world. As a result of these rising numbers, the market is expected to be driven by the new fad of preserving overall health and well-being by switching to healthier oil options. As a result of these rising numbers, the market is expected to be driven by the trend of maintaining overall health and wellness by switching to healthier oil options.
Restraint:
High Cost of Olive Oil
Due to the high cost of olive oil, consumers are looking for low-cost alternatives with similar health benefits to olive oil, such as sunflower oil and coconut oil, which are gaining popularity among consumers. As a result, the high price of olive oil is highly probable to stifle market growth. Olive producers are investing in innovative technology to better retain essential nutrients in olives during processing. The retail industry has surpassed the industrial sector in terms of olive oil trade over the years. The market is predicted to suffer from limited growth due to the flow in demand for olive oil, differences in the price of olive oil make it highly susceptible to affordability and this is a difficulty to overcome for the market.
Opportunity:
Increasing Consumption Demand
In the existing economy, olive oil consumption might have increased in recent years as consumers become more conscious of the advantages of olive oil use and its impact on their health. Furthermore, the usage for packed olive oil, such as Figaro olive oil, olive oil, extra virgin olive oil, refined olive oil, and pomance oil, is expected to rise significantly in the near future. The growing demand for olive oil between many children, newborn infants, and adults around the world for health issues, hair problems, and the improved efficiency of healthy food and beverage products boosts olive oil consumption.
Threat:
Increasing demand of substitutes
The global olive oil market is being challenged by growing demands for other vegetable as well as edible cooking oils. Corn oil, palm oil, coconut oil, peanut oil, mustard oil, and sunflower oil are low-cost substitute products that challenge the global olive oil market's growth.
Covid-19 Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic had a wide-ranging impact on the global economy, including direct effects on demand and production supply chain disruption, as well as financial impact. The epidemic of the COVID-19 disease outbreak has resulted in a sharp drop in demand and sales of olive oil. Lockdowns in various countries have caused disruptions in trade activities, slowing the growth of this sector. However, increased concerns about immune function and general health have re-established a demand for natural oils, which is expected to last throughout and after the pandemic.
The Virgin Olive Oil segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The Virgin Olive Oil segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth, due to demand from health-conscious consumers is expected to rise in the coming years because it provides various vitamins and minerals and therefore is efficacious against cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis (bones), high blood pressure, diabetes, and Alzheimer's. Processed olive oil is a refined version of olive oil which has been considered for organoleptic defects. Consumer preference for processed form is low because it is typically tasteless, odourless, and colourless.
The Food Industry segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The Food Industry segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR growth during the forecast period. Consumers' desire to maintain a healthy lifestyle has expanded the use of olive oil as an effective approach in a variety of food products. To sustain the antioxidants as well as phenols levels of both the vegetable and legume, olive oil is also utilized for salad dressing. Because it is the primary source of good fats for diabetic consumers, the commodity has evolved into an important part of their diet.
Region with highest share:
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to the region's consumption pattern shifts. Consumers have become more health conscious, preferring low-fat, healthy foods. The growing popularity of functional foods and beverages in the region is contributing to an increase in demand for omega-3 fatty acid-fortified foods.
Region with highest CAGR:
Europe is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period, owing to increased imported and exported goods in the European olive oil industry, rising consumer requirement for organic as well as extra virgin olive oil, and an increase in the number of organised retailing outlets selling olive oil will all have a significant impact on the growth of the olive oil market in this region. The region's major producers and exporters are Spain, Greece, and Italy.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players profiled in the Olive Oil Market include Victorian Olive Groves, Deoleo S.A., California Olive Ranch, Adams Group Inc., Borges International Group SLU, Del Monte Foods, Olivier Pacific Ltd., Botticelli Foods, Modi Natural Ltd., Sovena Group, Odysea Ltd., Pompeian Inc. and Cargill.
Key Developments:
In Feb 2021, Pompeian, Inc. announced the addition of three new products to their olive oil and vinegar portfolios, aiming to eliminate aisle confusion and provide buyers with a product for every particular taste preference and cooking occasion.
In Sep 2020, Odysea Ltd., introduced a range of premium extra virgin olive oils known as “Kalamato PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oils”. This olive oil range is produced from polyphenol rich olives in Messinia.
Sources Covered:
• Non Organic
• Organic
• Other Sources
Flavors Covered:
• Fruity & Peppery
• Herby
• Full-Bodied & Earthy
• Mild & Buttery
• Other Flavors
Extraction Methods Covered:
• First-Press
• Cold-Pressed
• Other Extraction Methods
Packagings Covered:
• Bottles
• Tins
• Other Packagings
Types Covered:
• Refined Olive Oil
• Virgin Olive Oil
• Pomace Olive Oil
• Common Olive Oil
• Lite/Light Olive Oil
• Processed Olive Oil
• Other Types
Distribution Channels Covered:
• Online Channel
• Supermarket/Hypermarket
• Convenience Store
• Other Distribution Channels
Applications Covered:
• Cosmetic & Personal Care
• Soaps and Lubricants
• Pet Foods
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Food Industry
• Aromatherapy
• Personal Care
• Other Applications
Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
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