The 5 best Denominations of Origin of Olive Oil

the best denominations of origin in Spain

The best Denominations of Origin of extra virgin olive oil that we have in Spain. This selection has been made according to the most demanding criteria of quality, good treatment, variety and good service. After many years working with a large number of them, and after researching the rest, we are pleased to share our conclusions with […]

Olive tree care in spring

Olivos de Porcuna en Jaén

With the arrival of the gentle rays of spring, the lengthening of the hours of sunshine and the first rains, the countryside undergoes an explosion of colour and liveliness. The olive tree recovers its strength and wakes up from its winter lethargy. Its liveliness is cared for and managed by the farmers. The care of […]

Mild or intense olive oil

Mild or intense olive oil

The taste and aroma of extra virgin olive oil depends mainly on its freshness and variety. Other factors influencing its strongest or most intense taste are the water conditions experienced by the olive tree and the milling proces. Extra virgin olive oils can be roughly classified into mild or intense olive oil. live oils can be […]

Most common varieties of olives in Spain

table olives

There are more than 400 varieties of olive trees, so there are more than 400 varieties of olives. Each variety has different fat yields, size, aromas and texture. Consequently, some varieties are more appropriate for the production of olive oil and others for the production of table olives. Olive varieties with higher fat yields are […]

The Mediterranean forest and its flora

pollen from Mediterranean forest

The Mediterranean basin, the entire basin bordering the Mediterranean Sea, has unique climatic conditions. This is where an autochthonous flora, known as Mediterranean forest, develops. In Spain, this Mediterranean forest is found in the eastern and southern part of the peninsula. Likewise, this area between Africa and Europe is conditioned by its mild, wet winters […]

Olive tree care: Irrigation

Campo de olivos en primavera

Irrigation is an agricultural practice that consists of pouring water on the crop. The purpose of this agricultural practice is to increase yields considerably and in many cases it makes crops viable in places where they would not be viable on their own. Examples of these are most of the orchards in Spain. In addition, […]

Flowers for honey

flowers for honey production, in order to save the bees

Fantastic selection of plants and trees for bees that can be found in Spain and other Mediterranean countries. This compilation, called here flowers for honey, provide very nutritious food for our bees. Furthermore, you can also plant them in your garden to help them. Also, thanks to them we have our fantastic raw hones that you have […]

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