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From: P Caird

>2. In certain parts of Australia (southern regions) we have had over 4"
>of rain (100mm) which seems to have had the effect of swelling the fruit
>without consequent conversion to oil. Manzanillo were delivered to me today
>(800kg) which were 85% coloured from green. Result: <0.2% oil.

Peter

Did I read the above correctly? Only 0.2% oil yield? WOW. What a tragedy. Do
you know if this happens in Jordan, the farmer would probably lose his mind. I
have seen really bad yields of 6-8%. However, the average is 15%, and the best
oil varieties produce between 25-30% oil. But 0.2% is unbelievable.

Regards, Jamal


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