Expoliva: dates, what is exhibited and how to prepare
Expoliva is Spain's biennial trade fair for olive oil, olives and related industries. Held in Jaén, it brings together producers, exporters, technology…
Published on 14 September 2026Updated on 21 September 2026
Expoliva is Spain's biennial trade fair for olive oil, olives and related industries. Held in Jaén, it brings together producers, exporters, technology suppliers and buyers from the sector. If you export olive oil, olive equipment or agribusiness inputs, it's a platform to reach industry buyers and test the Spanish market directly.
Fact sheet
- Dates
- No date published
- City
- Jaén, Spain
- Venue
- Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Jaén (IFEJA)
- Organiser
- IFEJA (Ferias Jaén S.A.M.P. Unipersonal) junto con la Fundación para la Promoción y el Desarrollo del Olivar y del Aceite de Oliva (Fundación del Olivar)
- Frequency
- bienal
- What is exhibited
- El sector del olivar y del aceite de oliva virgen extra, junto con industrias afines, incluyendo la promoción, investigación, tecnología y calidad del producto.
- Official website
- https://www.expoliva.info/
Source: IFEJA (Ferias Jaén S.A.M.P. Unipersonal) junto con la Fundación para la Promoción y el Desarrollo del Olivar y del Aceite de Oliva (Fundación del Olivar)Data for 2026-09-15Verified on 21 September 2026
Sector imports in the country
USD · 2025| Chapter | Imports (USD) |
|---|---|
| 08 · Fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons | 5,983,585,958 |
| 10 · Cereals | 4,550,015,767 |
| 23 · Food industries, residues and wastes thereof; prepared… | 3,126,727,781 |
| 09 · Coffee, tea, mate and spices | 3,025,915,428 |
| 12 · Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains… | 2,645,192,872 |
| 07 · Vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible | 2,626,947,891 |
| 31 · Fertilizers | 1,788,977,599 |
| 01 · Animals; live | 1,450,019,106 |
| 06 · Trees and other plants, live; bulbs, roots and the like… | 467,602,930 |
| 13 · Lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts | 349,208,555 |
| 05 · Animal originated products; not elsewhere specified or… | 305,395,959 |
| 14 · Vegetable plaiting materials; vegetable products not… | 32,020,660 |
Imports declared by each country from the world. Countries report with a delay: the period is the latest with consolidated data.
Source: UN ComtradeData for 2025Verified on 21 September 2026
Other fairs in the sector
How to prepare for Expoliva
Expoliva takes place in Jaén, in the heart of Andalusia's olive oil region. The fair is held every two years at the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos de Jaén (IFEJA). It is organised jointly by IFEJA and the Fundación del Olivar, the industry foundation that represents producers and processors across Spain.
The fair covers the full olive oil value chain: fresh olives, virgin extra olive oil, processing technology, testing and certification equipment, and inputs for cultivation and pest control. If you supply machinery, inputs, or services to olive producers or exporters, you can exhibit. If you produce or trade olive oil, the fair connects you with retail and food service buyers from Spain and neighboring regions.
The Spanish olive oil sector imports substantial volumes of inputs and technology. In 2025, Spain imported USD 5.98 billion in fruit and nuts (including olives), USD 1.79 billion in fertilisers, and USD 349 million in vegetable extracts and gums—categories that cover many products sold at Expoliva. Demand is steady: Expoliva recurs every two years, signalling a stable buyer base.
To exhibit, contact the organiser IFEJA directly through the official website. Booth sizes range from small stands to large pavilions; costs vary by size and location. Most exhibitors arrive three to five days before opening to set up. If you are new to the fair, ask the organiser about first-time exhibitor packages or group stands, which can reduce setup costs and logistical friction.
Questions about Expoliva
Does Expoliva have a set date each year?
No. Expoliva is a biennial fair, meaning it occurs once every two years. The organiser has not yet published the next edition date on their website. Check the official Expoliva website or contact IFEJA directly to confirm the 2026 or 2027 dates.
Can I find buyers before the fair?
Yes. Most organisers publish a list of registered exhibitors and sometimes a buyer directory before the fair opens. Ask IFEJA whether they offer pre-fair networking or a digital matching service. Some B2B platforms also list Expoliva exhibitors, allowing you to prepare meetings in advance.
What is the best way to stand out at Expoliva?
Bring samples if you sell a product, bring clear product sheets with certifications, and prepare a short pitch in Spanish. Many visitors speak English, but Spanish speakers will feel more confident buying from you. Agree on meetings with key prospects before the fair, and schedule a follow-up contact plan for after you leave.
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