Each and every grower in the industry has different results in their grove. Why, when olive trees are so hardy? Why are some making a decent profit, while others are struggling to meet costs?

The amount of water an olive tree requires depends on several interacting factors. Soil type plays a major role: trees planted in sandy soils need more frequent watering than those in clay soils because sand drains quickly and holds less moisture. Climate is equally important - trees grown in areas with long, hot summers and high sunshine hours require more water than those grown in cooler or cloudier regions.