METHOD OF PRUNING USING MACHINERY EQUIPPED WITH A CUTTING BAR CONSISTING OF 4–5 DISCS WHICH ROTATE AT A SPEED OF 2,000–3,500 RPM AND ARE POWERED BY HYDRAULIC MOTOR. THE BAR CAN CUT THE SHOOTS AND BRANCHES IN A VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL POSITION OR AT AN ANGLE AT VARIOUS LEVELS OF THE CANOPY.
IOC and Agricultural University of Athens to collaborate on olive research and education
The International Olive Council (IOC) and the Agricultural University of Athens (UA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in olive research, education and scientific exchange. Signed on 11...
The IOC recognises Southern Hemisphere olive oil quality
SAN JUAN, ARGENTINA / 06.11.2025
Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil receive the highest honours at the 2025 Mario Solinas Quality Award The International Olive Council (IOC) today presented the 2025 Mario Solinas Quality Award – Southern Hemisphere, at a...

