Olive Oil: From Kitchen Staple to Luxury Item - The Impact of Climate Change Makes Prices Soar
Once a kitchen staple, olive oil may soon become a luxury item due to the impact of climate change
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The effects of continued drought in Spain, the world's largest olive oil producer, are rippling across the globe, impacting prices and availability and affecting millions of consumers worldwide. And there is no end in sight as global olive oil prices reach their highest level in 26 years.
Once a kitchen staple, olive oil may soon become a "luxury" item. With olive oil known as a healthy and flavorful alternative for cooking, there is the potential for flow-on effects beyond managing the household budget.
In her thought-provoking article titled "Climate change’s latest victim: the olive oil you cook with," esteemed journalist Amudalat Ajasa, covering extreme weather news for The Washington Post, provides a comprehensive analysis of the profound impact of climate change on olive oil production. Ajasa delves deep into the intricate relationship between extreme weather events, climate change, and the far-reaching consequences felt in supermarket aisles. By shedding light on the urgent need to address the environmental challenges that threaten not only our palates but also the accessibility and affordability of essential food items like olive oil, this insightful piece calls for attention and action in the face of a looming crisis.
SOURCE: The Washington Post
