Woodpecker Trail Olive Farm

01/18/2025

Thinking about buying EVOO (olive oil) Case "Estate Produced"? Read the latest review by Cindy F.

Cindy F.: Great price for quality product. Super thankful we found this.

01/18/2025

Serenity early day in the grove.

01/17/2025

Wrapping up the day in the grove. Our Tanche (Greek Variety) second pic looks lovely.

01/17/2025

The upcoming cold snap has sparked concerns about the hardiness of olive trees. A key factor in an olive tree's ability to withstand cold lies in its variety, as different cultivars vary in their resilience to prolonged low temperatures. For example, the Arbequina olive tree, grown here at our farm, is celebrated for its exceptional cold tolerance, capable of enduring temperatures as low as 15°F (-9°C).

Georgia’s Zone 9a (ours) offers ideal conditions for olive cultivation, with certain areas—particularly coastal regions in Zones 8b to 9a-providing a supportive environment for olive trees to thrive. Many of the trees at our farm boast a rich history, some tracing their lineage back to the Aix-en-Provence region of France. The Greeks first introduced olive trees to Provence around 600 BC, and the Romans later expanded their cultivation. One standout variety is the Salonenque, often referred to as the "North Pole of the olive-growing region" for its impressive hardiness. Locally, it has earned the nickname "Thomas Jefferson tree," as shown here.

At Woodpecker Trail Olive Farm , our olive trees flourish in a harmonious blend of favorable climate and rich soil. We look forward to welcoming you to see it all firsthand!

01/17/2025

Thinking about buying Case of 6 bottles Gold Certified EVOO Olive Oil 250 ML each? Read the latest review by mike p.

Mike p.: The EVOO was purchased to give to my northern relatives as an authentic GA homegrown gift. It was perfect! Several of my kin folk are farmers and they greatly appreciated the gift.

01/17/2025

Oh! the winter tours continues and these folks from St. Simon’s Island were wonderful guests.

01/15/2025

Winter maintenance in the grove today with some old-fashioned drag harrowing. This simple technique boosts soil aeration and water infiltration, promoting healthier tree growth and potentially better yields. It’s great for managing weeds, reducing pests, and eliminating the need for chemical herbicides—making for more sustainable grove care. Sharing a few pics of the grove from atop my UTV. And no, don’t tell Tracy! :)

01/14/2025

As I strolled through the grove, I noticed Usnea, or "Old Man’s Beard," clinging to some of the branches. It’s especially noticeable during the winter months if present. This lichen will not grow in polluted areas, as it thrives only where the air is pure and free from contaminants.

Usnea is more than a natural ornament for olive groves—it’s a symbol of environmental health. Its presence indicates clean air, essential for the thriving growth of olive trees and the production of quality fruit. Furthermore, Usnea may offer additional benefits, such as potential antimicrobial properties that could help manage pests and diseases, though more research is needed in this area.

As a herbal remedy, Usnea has been widely studied for its antibiotic and antimicrobial properties. It has proven effective in treating infections and preventing their recurrence through its antiproliferative action.

Key Benefits of Usnea for Olive Groves:
Air Quality Indicator: Usnea’s presence signals a clean-air environment, crucial for robust plant growth.
Potential Pest Control: Early studies suggest that Usnea’s antimicrobial properties might help combat pests and diseases affecting olive trees.
To live in a region where Usnea thrives is to experience the gift of clean air and vibrant nature—a true blessing to cherish.

01/14/2025

Wonderful winter day on the farm.

01/14/2025

First full moon of 2025, Wolf moon on the farm

01/11/2025

Nice office commute. Cutting new trails for tours or possibly playing around as Tracy says. Either way love ❤️ it on the farm. 🤩

01/09/2025

The cold snap has no effect on these folks from Atlanta during olive grove tour today. Enjoyed having you both.

01/08/2025

Best extra virgin olive oil I have ever tried. The balsamic vinegar is awesome. Definitely will continue to use. 5 Stars!

★★★★★ "Best extra virgin olive oil I have ever tried. The balsamic vinegar is awesome. Diffently will continue to use."

01/07/2025

Woodpecker Trail Olive Farm was privileged and honored to have world renowned Chef Leninha Camargo to visit our farm and taste our olive oil. We had a comment back today with some pics taken. "We very much enjoyed the visit, meeting you and your wife and trying the delicious olive oil. The quality of the oil you produce is impressive.

A little background on Chef Leninha Camargo. Graduated from the Accademia Italiana Della Cucina in Enogastronomy. Specialist in Olive Oils, pioneer in suggesting the first four criteria for harmonizing olive oils for the world. Specialist in Gastronomy and Food Safety from the University of Brasília.
Specialist in large-scale banquets, responsible for catering services in all VIP lounges at the World Cup in Brasília, serving everything from snacks to caviar, coordinating a team of 875 employees and serving personalities and celebrities from all over the world, including 13 heads of state.
Responsible for accompanying the Swedish royal family and their entourage during their stay in Brasília.
Served Prince Harry during his stay in the federal capital.

https://chefleninhacamargo.com.br/sobre-a-chef/

01/06/2025

More exciting health benefits of daily us of EVOO. Want to be sharp? The study, published in Gut Microbes Reports, found that the bacterial changes associated with the EVOO led to improved cognitive performance. While the benefits of following a Mediterranean diet are well established, a new study suggests that the fresh-forward, olive oil-soaked eating style can boost brain health by promoting certain gut bacteria. “Our findings suggest that the Mediterranean diet or its biological effects could be harnessed to improve scholastic performance in adolescents or work performance in young adults,” More

While the benefits of following a Mediterranean diet are well established, a new study suggests that the fresh-forward, olive oil-soaked eating style can boost brain health by promoting certain gut bacteria. Researchers at Tulane University School of Medicine found that lab rats who followed a Medit...

01/06/2025

Thinking about buying EVOO Bottle "Estate Produced"? Read the latest review by Suzi J.

Suzi J.: Very smooth flavor

01/04/2025

Nice young family from Illinois enjoy the olive grove tour. Safe travels!

01/03/2025

EVOO helps prevent Colon Cancer: Amazing more good news on using a quality EVOO. The researchers compared the effect on gut microbiota of high fat diets where the fat consumed was either extra virgin olive oil, sunflower oil and coconut oil. Extra virgin olive oil is primarily monounsaturated fat, sunflower oil is mostly polyunsaturated fat and coconut oil is primarily saturated fat.

The study found that extra virgin olive oil primarily caused bacterial changes that can be associated with the prevention of colorectal cancer while coconut and sunflower oil primarily produced changes that are associated with an increase in CRC risk.

Olive oil was shown to reduce risk while coconut and sunflower were found to increase risk. read on

Extra virgin olive oil has been found to reduce the risk of colon cancer while coconut and sunflower were found to increase risk.