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About 10 million tonnes of olives are consumed worldwide each year, most of which are produced in Europe.
Suggested shelf-life for olives Packed in air - nine months Packed in a "modified atmosphere" - 15 months Vacuum-packed - 23 months
There is a growing trend towards using polyethylene pouches which are either vacuum-packed, filled with brine, air, or packed in a combination of gases.
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