Umay Zeytinyağı Dış Ticaret Ltd. Şti., operating under the globally recognized brand OliveOilsLand, is a leading Turkish manufacturer and exporter of premium olive oil products. Headquartered in Torbalı, İzmir — one of Turkey’s most fertile olive-producing regions — the company has established a strong international presence across more than 30 countries, offering high-quality olive oil products rooted in the Mediterranean's rich agricultural traditions.
Core Business and Product Range
OliveOilsLand specializes in the production, refinement, and export of a diverse range of olive oil products. Their main product categories include:
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Olive Oils:
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)
- Virgin Olive Oil
- Pure Olive Oil
- Refined Pomace Olive Oil
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Packaging Formats:
- Glass Bottles: 250 ml, 750 ml, 1000 ml (Marasca, Dorica)
- Tin Containers: 1 L, 3 L, 5 L
- Bag-in-Box: 5 L, 10 L, 20 L
- Custom OEM and Private Label Packaging
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Other Products:
- Table Olives (green and black varieties)
Their products are processed using cold extraction and filtration techniques that preserve polyphenol content, aroma, and nutritional value.
Specialization and Unique Selling Proposition
- Geographical Advantage: Located in İzmir, close to Akhisar — the heart of Turkish olive oil heritage.
- Private Label Exporter: Offers full-spectrum OEM/ODM services for global brands.
- Sustainability Focus: Adheres to eco-conscious production with recyclable packaging.
- Family Tradition: Operated by descendants of a family with roots in Macedonia and İzmir’s olive trade since the early 20th century.
Production and Quality Control
- Annual Production Capacity: Over 2,000 metric tons of processed olive oil
- Certifications:
- ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management)
- ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
- HALAL Certification
- USDA Organic (for select markets)
All production follows international hygiene standards, and products are regularly tested in accredited Turkish and EU laboratories.
Financial and Operational Insights
According to EMIS and export trade records:
- Estimated Workforce: ~22 employees
- Export-Oriented Revenue Model: 90% of production is for overseas markets
- Market Focus: North America, Europe, Middle East, East Asia
- Despite economic challenges in 2022–2023, OliveOilsLand maintained consistent export volumes by leveraging price competitiveness and flexible packaging options
Export and International Reach
OliveOilsLand exports olive oil products to over 30 countries, with significant presence in:
- United States
- Germany
- Japan
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- Russia
- South Korea
Their branding emphasizes Turkish olive oil’s health benefits, Mediterranean diet compatibility, and religious/cultural purity (Halal).
Infrastructure and Capabilities
- In-house bottling and labeling plant
- Warehouse and cold storage units for maintaining product integrity
- Global logistics coordination through İzmir port
- Custom packaging and branding solutions tailored to importer needs
Digital Presence and Brand Engagement
Although the company does not maintain an active YouTube or social media video presence, their blog and B2B platforms feature educational content on olive oil grades, uses, and benefits.
Major Achievements
- Recognized among Turkey’s Top 100 Olive Oil Exporters
- Winner of multiple regional taste and quality awards
- Successfully launched private-label brands for supermarket chains in the U.S. and UAE
- Maintains one of the most versatile packaging offerings among Turkish olive oil exporters
Umay Zeytinyağı Dış Ticaret Ltd. Şti., through its OliveOilsLand brand, combines heritage, innovation, and global quality standards to position itself as a premium Turkish olive oil ambassador in international markets.
