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SUMMARY:The Critical Harvest Window: Timing\, Techniques and Trade-offs
DESCRIPTION:“The Critical Harvest Window” –  Timing\, Techniques and Trade-offs  \nEquipping South African olive producers with practical\, up-to-date knowledge to improve yield\, quality and profitability. \nThis 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. \n\n\nTicket Prices are as follows \nR 300\,00 for SA Olive members and producers (VAT Inclusive) \nR 400\,00 Non-members (VAT Inclusive) \nR 250\,00 per person for groups more than 5 individuals attending from same organization (SA Olive members) (VAT Inclusive) \nR 350\,00 per person for groups more than 5 individuals attending from the same organization (Non-members) (VAT Inclusive) \n\n\nProgramme for the day \n7h30 – 9h00   Exhibitors showcase \n8h30 – 9h00   Registration & Light breakfast \n9h00 – 9h15   Welcome & Opening Remarks \n9h15 – 9h40   Understanding Harvest Timing \n9h40 – 10h00   Harvest Preparation on the Farm \n10h00 – 10h30   Pre-season aspects related to EVOO processing \n10h00 – 10h30   Exhibitor demonstrations \n10h40 – 11h00   Harvesting Methods & Best Practice \n11h00 – 11h50   From Tree to Mill – Critical Control Points \n11h50 – 12h20   Introduction to the Olive farming Enterprise Budget \n12h45 – 13h00   Wrap-up & Key Takeaways \n13h00 – 14h00   Lunch & Prize giveaways \n14h00 – 15h00   Field Demonstrations \n15h00 – 16h00   Networking
URL:https://www.saolive.co.za/event/the-critical-harvest-window/
LOCATION:Cascade Manor & Cape Olives\, Paarl\, The Retreat at Waterfall Valley\, Waterval Road\, Paarl\, Western Cape\, 7646\, South Africa\, Paarl\, Western Cape\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Technical Field Days
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