THE COLOSSUS (OLIVE)

Written By Alex Crowson
 
Old olive tree, Completely Arbortrary

The olive (Olea europaea). What more needs to be said about this historic tree? This week, we dive into how it is grown, where, and how orchards have developed and changed throughout history. The wonderful history of the olive, its groves, and its future are the topic this week.

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Cover art by Jillian Barthold
Music by Aves and The Mini-Vandals
Episode cover photo by Palauenc05

Additional Reading:

The olive (Olea europaea)
Olive disease: Xylella fastidiosa
Great Resource on Olive Production
An olive grower in Oregon

 
Alex Crowson
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