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Olives from Tree to Harvest – Part 1

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Holy symbol of abundance, the olive tree had its origins 20–40 million years ago in the Oligocene (now corresponding to Italy and the eastern Mediterranean Basin) as found fossils indicate. This tree is now one of the most grown in our region, bringing forth the...

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Blotchy Ripening, Protect your Crops Now!

Blotchy ripening, spotted ripening or chocolate in the language of farmers is one of the problems that spread in tomato fields cultivated with some varieties that are susceptible to light, especially during the winter growing season and during short days, long nights and low temperatures...

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24 Karat Agricultural Gem – Pt2

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Easy-to-grow tree, few agricultural requirements, fruits containing innumerable benefits for treating diabetes, persistent heartburn, and obesity… The carob tree, Ceratonia siliqua, originates from the Mediterranean region, and has become the basis for many natural medical treatments and food industrial processes. In this series of articles, we...

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Banana Production. Is the Investment Worthwhile?

Banana cultivation plays a prominent economic role in many countries of the world, as it occupies an important position in global trade. From here, the economy of some countries, such as South America, depends on this agriculture, leading to the nomination "Banana Republic"....

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This Is Why Your Chestnut Tree is Not Bearing Fruit (Pt 1)

Christmas time is often accompanied by the sweet smell of roasted chestnuts and infused with festive chestnut dishes. This article, written just in time for the roasting season takes you from planting to caring and picking the best chestnuts to enjoy on an open fire....

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This is why your Fruit Set Fails

Fruit development begins with fruit set and ends with maturity. While this stage can last anywhere from 1 to 7 months depending on species, many factors contribute to the success or failure of this stage and therefore determine the outcome of...

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Banana cultivation – Part One

The banana is an herbaceous plant belonging to the genus Musa that grows naturally in the tropics, where the height of the plant ranges between 2 and 9 meters. Its stem is solid, consisting of...

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Fruit Twinning, a Concern?

If you’ve ever been fruit picking or shopping, you’ve probably encountered a double fruit or two. While most people probably discard these items or judge them as unfit for consumption, it’s quite common to encounter them....

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Humic Acid – A Hidden Gem

Humic Acid is the main component of humus, which is one of the main organic components. It is available in nature as a result of the decomposition of organic matter in the soil over millions of years....

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What Is Affecting The Color Of Your Tomatoes?

While many factors such as size, hardness and taste are considered crucial characteristics for evaluating tomato varieties, the red color of the fruits remains one of the most important factors for marketing this crop and achieving good profit. However, fruit color disorders may result from...

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