Strategies for Olive Oil Producers in Overcoming Weaknesses in the Supply Chain of Local Farms: Case of North-East Algeria

Abstract

The Algerian olive oil program, launched in 2000 with the objective of planting
2000 hectare/year has seen regional differences emerging. The region of Jijel has seen an increase in installed oil mills, with the intention that these installations would lead to a significant increase in local oil olive and a more permanent local source of supply. Some such investments maybe challenged with troubling realities, some of which adversely affect their profitability. In order to avoid the risk of ceasing their activities, the oleifactors have adopted strategies to ensure constant stream of supplies, either through purchase from
direct producers, or from suppliers. These transactions are strongly influenced by several factors including: the experience, the know-how, the financial means and the technological status of the equipment, the quality of the olives, the produce price and the business confidence.