The state of Le Kef sets October 30 for the start of the olive harvest

On Friday 30 October 2026 the Steering Committee for Harvesting and Olive Transplantation in Le Kef State set an official date for the modern opening and launch of harvesting and transfer operations in various regions of the steering. The Commission adopted this decision during a working session at the Governor's Headquarters supervised by the Governor, in the presence of representatives of the AFCF and the AFCD.

Official agricultural estimates for the 2026-2027 season indicate that olive oil production will be about 11520 tonnes, equivalent to producing about 2304 tonnes of pure olive oil. These figures represent a decrease from the previous 2025-2026 agricultural season, when per capita oil production reached 3600 tonnes, as a result of drought and recorded dry climatic conditions.

Agricultural and administrative structures officials explained that the geographic committee exercises its functions under the organised frameworks and arrangements for agricultural seasons, in conjunction with administrative and professional interests to organise conversion processes and monitor health and environmental standards in all establishments. Stakeholders emphasized the priority of organizing and securing transportation of workers and workers to agricultural waste to avoid traffic accidents and provide occupational safety conditions. These preparations come in the context of a climate characterized by maintaining periods of drought and water retreat in the northwestern regions, which reflects negatively on crop volumes in several agricultural sectors of the province compared to previous seasons.

In the coming days, the Joint Technical Committees will continue field inspection visits to monitor contemporary readiness, ensure good handling of coral and protect the environment. The harvest and transfer operations in all areas of the province are scheduled to continue until the end of the season on 28 February 2027.