Brian,

----- Original Message -----
From: Brian Chatterton <tn7685@orvienet.it>
To: <OliveOil@onelist.com>
Sent: Saturday, 24 July 1999 23:06
Subject: [OliveOil] Blending of olive oil


> The reason is that all groves in Italy are mixed plantings for the
> sake of pollination with at least two but usually three or more varieties.
> Each zone has a group of varieties which are common and which give the
> characteristic flavour to the oil from that zone. These are now enshrined
> in the DOC regulations with the best varieties (such as Frantoio and
> Moraiolo) having certain minimum percentages.

Would you please be so kind as to tell me where I may find information on
these DOC regulations.

> There is still considerable confusion in Australia and New Zealand
> about the pollination of olives. Not only the famous Barnea fiasco but
> other varieties such as Frantoio which are consistently put down as "self
> pollinating". Research at the University of Perugia shows that it is not
> worth taking the chance and lots of pollinators in the grove are the best
> option.

Most plantings in our region (ie Kolan Olive Growers Association) are
straight Frantoio, with considerable interest in Barnea now being expressed.
Would you please tell me what the 'famous Barnea fiasco' is. Any pointers to
information on the web would be greatly appreciated.

regards,
Kim
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