“Innovation in the Grove: Advancing High-Density Olive Systems,” reflects our shared commitment to progress, efficiency, and sustainability within the South African olive industry. As global production techniques evolve, high-density olive farming is emerging as a transformative approach—offering opportunities for improved yields, optimized resource use, and long-term profitability.

This Field Day brings together producers and industry partners to explore practical insights, innovative technologies, and best practices that can shape the future of olive cultivation in South Africa. It’s a day for learning, collaboration, and inspiring new ways to grow smarter—together.

Ticket Prices are as follows

R 287,50 for SA Olive members and producers (VAT Inclusive)

R 402,50 Non-members (VAT Inclusive)

R 230 per person for groups more than 5 individuals attending from same organization (SA Olive members) (VAT Inclusive)

R 345 per person for groups more than 5 individuals attending from the same organization (Non-members) (VAT Inclusive)

Programme

8h30 – 9h00   Registration

9h00 – 9h10   Introduction and welcome

9h10 – 9h30   Reflecting on High Density farming

9h30 – 9h50   Learnings from Spanish high-density farming

9h50 – 10h10   Machine harvesting

10h10 – 10h30   Cultivar management

10h30 – 10h45   Short break

10h45 – 11h10   Bio Dynamic for high density farming

11h10 – 11h30   Irrigation for high density farming

11h30 – 12h30   Enterprise model for Olive farming

12h30 – 13h00   Olive and Olive Oil tasting – Mardouw product range

13h00 – 14h00   Lunch

14h00 – 15h00   Olive farming demonstrations