Guardia Civil launches security plan to prevent olive theft in Ciudad Real

The Guardia Civil in Ciudad Real has announced a special security plan to combat the theft of olives and olive oil. The operation is scheduled to begin on November 9 and will remain active until March 7, 2027, covering the entire olive campaign in the region.

As Ciudad Real holds the largest olive grove area and highest production in Castilla-La Mancha, the plan will involve nearly all provincial specialties and services of the Guardia Civil. Authorities will focus surveillance on three critical areas: olive groves, the communication routes connecting them, and facilities used for receiving or processing olives and oil.

Special emphasis will be placed on the transport of products and olive buying stations, which officials identify as the primary destinations for stolen goods. To prevent illicit trade, transporters must provide exact documentation regarding the collection site, including the municipality, polygon, and plot. Additionally, the owner of the plot must be fully identified, and workers must carry written authorization from the owner. The Guardia Civil will conduct subsequent verifications to ensure the accuracy of this data.