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Crete Forms Olive Oil Working Group to Boost Regional Production

Tuesday, 23 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

The Region of Crete held the first meeting of its newly formed Olive Oil Working Group, bringing together regional authorities and agricultural stakeholders to coordinate policy on olive cultivation across the island. Crete produces roughly 30% of Greece's olive oil output, making it one of the most significant olive-growing regions in the Mediterranean. The working group aims to address challenges facing local producers, improve quality standards, and support the sector's long-term development. For visitors, this signals continued investment in Cretan agricultural heritage. Olive oil tastings, grove tours, and agritourism experiences tied to olive production remain among the most popular cultural activities on the island, particularly in the Heraklion, Rethymno, and Chania regions, and this initiative may lead to expanded offerings in the coming seasons.

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