TRAINING SHAPE VERY SIMILAR TO THE NATURAL GROWTH HABIT OF THE OLIVE TREE. THE TREES ARE BUSHY, HAVE A SHORT TRUNK AND ARE GROWN VERY CLOSELY TOGETHER ALONG THE ROW TO FORM AN UNINTERRUPTED EXPANSE. THIS SHAPE CONTINUES TO BE USED TO FORM WINDBREAKS, NORMALLY USING ERECT GROWING CULTIVARS.
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...

