Nitrogen (N) is one of the most important nutrients for plant growth. However, improper
management of N fertilization in agriculture has led to a large amount of nitrate leaching …

Intensification of olive orchard management entails increased use of fertilizers, especially
nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. In this review, plant responses to nutritional aspects …

In this work we give an overview of both morphological characteristics and physiological
mechanisms responsible for the high adaptability of olive to harsh environments, and how …

Current trends of intensification of olive cultivation including irrigation and fertigation have
dictated a need to reconsider fertilization management practices. We evaluated the long …

The olive (Olea europaea) oil industry is experiencing a transition from traditional rain-fed to
intensively managed irrigated orchards. Moreover, since fresh water resources in typical …

The olive fruit fly Bactrocera oleae (Gmelin) and the olive pathogens Verticillium dahliae,
Phytophthora megasperma and Phytophthora inundata are major worldwide limiting factors …

In 2019–2020, trials were carried out with the aim of evaluating the possibilities of using an
organic fertilizer, reported to have a biostimulant action, for promoting the growth of young …

Phosphorus (P) application in olive orchards is very common in the Mediterranean basin
although experimental evidence of crop response to applied P is practically non-existent. In …

Pests and diseases can cause significant loss of olive yield and/or justify control measures
with pesticides which are harmful to the environment. Several agroecological variables …

The aim of the present study was to determine the short-term effects (three years) of four
sustainable management systems including different carbon inputs (compost, pruning …