Olive oil prices and avian biodiversity in Jaén

In Jaén, Spain, the olive groves serve a dual purpose as both an economic driver and a vital ecological refuge. Between October and February, the region hosts various bird species migrating from central and northern Europe to escape the cold. Notable winter residents include robins, thrushes, starlings, and white wagtails. Research conducted by SEO/BirdLife on an 1,800-hectare estate near the Guadiana Menor river recorded 114 species, highlighting the importance of these groves for migratory birds like shrikes and flycatchers.

Economically, olive oil prices for the current period show varying data points from different monitoring bodies. According to POOLRED, the average price for the 2025/2026 campaign in Spain for the week of October 24 to 30 was 3.06 euros. This breaks down to 3.13 euros for Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2.89 euros for Virgin Olive Oil, and 2.78 euros for Lampante oil. Other reports from the Junta de Andalucía and the Ministry of Agriculture provide slightly different weekly averages for various oil grades.