Sustainable Olive Oil Production, Quality and Economics

Learn everything about sustainable olive oil production, from harvest to market.

What you’ll learn
An introduction regarding the olive tree, the different varieties and market insights
Learn about olive tree cultivation, including best practises and common mistakes
Information on olive yield and harvesting
Learn about olive oil extraction and oil processing steps and principles, storage and quality factors.
Learn about the packaging options for olive oil and olives, and the types of certifications that you can obtain

Requirements
No previous experience needed

Description
This course provides a thorough exploration of the olive tree, its cultivation, and the production of olive oil, covering both agricultural practices and market insights. It begins with an overview of the olive crop and the different varieties. You will dive into market demand and trends, learning how the price of olive oil is formed. The course then delves into the specifics of olive tree cultivation, where you’ll study the physiology of the olive tree and the best cultivation practices, including planting, pruning, irrigation, fertilization, and plant protection.
The course continues by examining the critical stages of olive yield and harvesting. This chapter focuses on essential information, such as the average yield of an olive tree, the crucial factors an olive farmer should consider during the harvesting process, and how to determine the optimal time and method for harvesting olive fruit. Moving forward, the course covers the entire olive oil extraction process, including olive processing steps and principles. You will master how to preserve the quality of the product during oil extraction and storage, and familiarize yourself with key quality factors and indices.
The final chapter provides information on packaging options for olive oil and table olives, and the types of certifications that can be obtained. You will explore what the olive market demands and how the price of olive oil is determined.
Upon completing the 8 video modules, you will take a 60-question exam to earn your certification in olive tree cultivation and olive oil production.
Who this course is for
Farmers, Agronomists, Sales Professionals, Students