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Importance Of Northern California Olive Farms

By Francis Riggs


People with farmers appreciate the importance of a plan. Numerous companies in the market are providing farmers with the help they need. They own permanent farms where farmers can see and be taught all possible farm practices. Northern California olive farms are rated amongst best farm educators and producers of olive commodities. All the above are possible thanks to their teams of professionals and better approaches together with the need to command the market.

Cultivators from this part of the states are responsible for a wide range of oil and table fruit products in the market. Some are contracted to produce for big companies in exchange for money while others are small scale cultivators who produce for their own consumption. They have an agricultural background with enough experience to assist potential farmers in all farming aspects. They begin with propagation, tree selection and extend to development and management.

Collaborating with orchard farmers and most local mills they are committed to providing custom milling services for growers who cooperate with them. Farms in this area are planted with special varieties from countries like Italy, France, Spain, and Greece. Some have special types meant for high density orchards. Northern California has some of the oldest trees dating back to when they were first introduced.

A field may be planted with lots of varietals. The different species are harvested and blended together. The main reason behind this is that better olive oils are typically a blend of different species. A solo species does not result in good oil. The other approach is that of harvesting them prior to processing each variety singly before finally blending. This technique is applied in producing wine.

A farmer has to choose their site considering a number of factors that one may get over the internet or hire an expert for professional guidance. The next decision is selecting the variety to plant. There are over nine hundred species and each has its unique qualities. Growers should be keen not to get stuck with the wrong variety. It is good to avoid doubts at this point. The best approach is to hire a specialist to help you.

Once the trees have been planted care has to taken to keep them healthy. Care comprises of pruning, mowing, and watering amongst others. Olive fly is the the worst pest to beware of. Plans for treatment must be in place to control these destructive pests before attacking fruits. Growers must know that infested fruits are useless since they are neither fit for consumption nor making olive oil.

All fruits are identical in size, even though great disparities are evident in the height of plants. Surprisingly, some trees as old as 3000 years are still bear fruits to this day. A combination of factors contribute to their survival ability. They have the ability to tolerate arid environment and require moist growing medium. Farmers are supposed to know that if they water them inadequately they usually fail to grow to expected heights or fruit.

In conclusion, there is competition everywhere. Healthy competition is beneficial since it keeps producers on toes. It contributes to quality improvement as competitors strive to win customers. Winning does not start with final products it begins with quality seedlings. To win clients everything has to be up to standard.




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