Deficit irrigation is a strategic approach that reduces water use without reducing production.
Deficit irrigation is a strategic approach that reduces the amount of water without reducing production — as long as it is applied in a targeted way.
What is deficit irrigation?
When applied correctly, deficit irrigation can:
Practical application
For mature olive trees, the annual water requirement under deficit irrigation is limited to: 120–160 cubic metres per stremma.
These figures are indicative. For precision you need:
Conclusion
Deficit irrigation is not a compromise — it is smart management. In areas where water is a limited resource, it is the best strategy for keeping olive production sustainable, competitive and high-quality.
It is time to leave empirical methods behind and move to scientifically grounded, targeted cultivation. With less water, you can produce better oil. Agrivate systems can give you precision irrigation without compromising your production!
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