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Here is some basic information about how to identify various diseases affecting olive trees. We give a basic description of the disease and the damage it causes and give you a link to the UC Integrated Pest Management (UC IPM) page on the subject for m

Olive Orchard Weed Management

Weed management in olive orchards should reduce the negative impact of weeds on trees, prevent buildup of hard to control weeds, and reduce plant debris at the base of the tree to facilitate harvest. Good management improves the growth and yield of bot

Diseases and Disorders of Olive Leaves

A poster showing the symptoms of various diseases and disorders of olive leaves, prepared in 2005.

Diseases and Disorders of Olive Fruit

A poster showing the effects/ symptoms of various diseases and disorders on olive fruit, prepared in 2005.

Symptoms and Management of Olive Diseases and Disorders

Common symptoms for known diseases and disorders of olives in Australia, with some suggested management strategies, prepared in 2005.

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Nematode Pest Control

Nematodes are microscopic true roundworms; plant parasitic nematodes are those who derive their nutrition directly from plants. Of concern to olive growers are nematodes that feed on olive roots and increase to high population levels.

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Other Olive Insects Pest Control

Besides the olive fly, there are a number of insect and mite pests that can attack olive trees. They generally can be kept below economically damaging levels through a combination of biological and cultural controls. It is important to take care of pro

Olive Fruit Fly Control

The olive fruit fly poses a serious threat for all olive growers. A native of eastern Africa, there are records of infestations in fruit going back to the third century BC. It is considered the most damaging pest of olives in southern Europe, North Afr

Olive Pest Management Guidelines

University of California's official guidelines for pest monitoring techniques, pesticides, and nonpesticide alternatives for managing pests in agriculture, floriculture, and commercial turf.

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