Throughout the world, farmers are adapting to the new circumstances brought about by the profound changes underway in the technological, economic and social spheres. Olive growers are no exception to this process. To help them in their move towards modernization, the International Olive Council (IOC) has brought out this publication entitled Production techniques in olive growing, which is the culmination of lengthy work carried out by a group of specialists from IOC member countries. 

It has been written for technical and extension officers and producers with the chief aim of helping the sector to increase productivity and meet the growing consumer demand for quality produce while respecting the environment.

The subjects covered range from production techniques, notably orchard planning – including for super-intensive cultivation – pruning and soil management to herbicide use, fertilization, irrigation systems, plant health protection and harvesting.

The aim is to give readers clear, precise solutions to deal with all the difficulties they may encounter in their day-to-day jobs.

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Source: International Olive Council