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Lesvos Olives

Lesvos Olives are grown on the Greek island of Lesvos (Lesbos.)

Both green and black table olives are produced, as well as olive oil. The table olives are sold in cans and jars. The black ones are dark purple / light black.

Production is organized by and sold through the Union of Agriculture Cooperative of Lesvos.

History Notes

Lesvos is the third largest Greek island. The capital city is called Mytilini. About 11 million olive trees grow on the island (as of 2004).

Other names

AKA: Mytilini Olives

This page first published: Aug 2, 2004 · Updated: Jun 8, 2018.

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