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Crop Report, Table Olives Summer 2024

Here is our summer report, including photos.

Crop Report, Table Olives June 2024

Here are a few photos from our orchard meeting on June 16th. We're tracking to start shipments of fresh un-processed olives in mid September.

Crop Report, Table Olives May 2024

Read this early insider report about the table olive harvest, how this crop impacts our town, and a some of our plans.

Cultivating and Caring for Olive Trees

Some fundamentals about site selection and soil composition as well as irrigation and pruning techniques, and every facet plays a crucial role in fostering healthy, thriving olive trees. Whether yo...

Birds as Natural Pest Control

American Olive Farmer owner, formerly General Manager of Lucero Olive Oil, was recently interviewed by Olive Oil Times about habitat for birds in olive orchards and their role in natural pest control.

Fresh Raw Olives from our Town to Your Table

The first table olives were planted here in 1897 and although Corning once boasted 9 different olive processing plants, there is only one today. Read about the impact to small farmers and how you c...

You Can Plant Olive Trees in Both Spring and Fall

Many consider the spring season best for planting olive trees, however, fall planting also has distinctive advantages. Read more to learn why.