Women Farmers at the Forefront of Olive Oil’s Future, UN Says

The United Nations has declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026) to raise awareness and promote action to close gender gaps and improve women’s livelihoods worldwide. Women olive oil farmers from various countries shared the challenges they face, the values that guide them, and their aspirations in an increasingly uncertain world, highlighting the importance of advancing gender equality and empowering women in agriculture.