The Resilience of Ancient Olive Trees: A Glimpse into North Aegean Groves -


Olive trees are remarkably resilient to drought and challenging soil conditions. As a characteristic feature of the Mediterranean climate, olive groves have endured for thousands of years. Protecting olive trees is crucial not only for agricultural production but also for maintaining the well-documented health benefits of olive oil for humans. However, this resilience is not limitless, and their sustainability could be jeopardized by extreme climate changes. In recent years, rising temperatures, irregular rainfall, and increasing weather events have negatively impacted the yield and quality of olive oil in Turkey, particularly in the North Aegean region that I have observed for years. High temperatures have affected the reproductive cycle of olives and the quality of the oil. Burhaniye and its surroundings were known in antiquity for olive cultivation, and the region’s olive trees have a history dating back to the 4th century BC. Early yesterday morning, under the bright sunlight, I captured these ancient trees from various angles with my lens. Well-maintained, plowed olive groves are always a sight to behold. Here’s a shot taken with my Nikon 16-35mm wide-angle lens, hoping you’ll enjoy it.

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