The global olive oil market is in the process of intense redeployment, according to a report by the International Olive Council. Australia emerges as a dynamic importer with 42,272 tonnes in 2021–25, rising 46%. Turkey records an explosive export increase of 187.8%, while Greece and Lebanon follow with 162.4% and 158.7% respectively. Worldwide, imports of olive oil increased 9.2% in the first four months 2025/26, with virgin olive oil dominated by 72.9%. Producer prices vary significantly, with Spain recording an increase of 14.8% to 438.5 euros per 100 kg.

Austrian company HiPP recalled baby meals with potatoes and carrots after attempted blackmail, with unknown perpetrators claiming to have infected them with rat poison. An infected jar was spotted at a SPAR chain store in Eisenstadt on Saturday, causing urgent warning from authorities. The company warned that consumption may be life-threatening, as rat medicine affects blood clotting. All HiPP products were preventively withdrawn from the SPAR throughout Austria. Parents are invited to return the products and seek medical assistance if symptoms occur.