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Links and Resources for Growers

We at The Olive Press are passionate about "all things olive".  We know there is a lot of information out there, it can be overwhelming.  Here is some information we think can help.  

• Tests indicate that imported "extra virgin" olive oil often fails international and USDA standards.  Read UC Davis Olive Center Report July 2010.
• www.olivecenter.ucdavis.edu/news-events/news/files/olive%20oil%20final%20071410%20.pdf
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• The James Beard Award-Winning Rosengarten Report June 2010 newsletter is brimming with useful EVOO information.  You can check out the information here...
• www.rosengartenreport.com/RR_NEWSLETTER/RRN_June10.pdf
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• Detailed scientific information and more.....We Recommend this BLOG - It's everything you ever wanted to know about EVOO!
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• When to pick? This might help. UC Maturity Index - A useful document about fruit maturity from the UC Cooperative Extension in Sonoma.
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• Oldies, but goodies All FIRST PRESS Newsletters
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• Can't decide what variety to plant?  This will help Variety and Maturity
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• More on choosing the right single varietal. http://cesonoma.ucdavis.edu/files/27747.pdf
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• Excellent information for all producers Understanding Olive Oil Yield
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• Excellent source for Everything you need to know about growing Olives & Olive Oil
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• Check out our friends at UC Davis Olive Center
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• Read the label SB 634 – California Olive Oil Labeling Law
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