This study examined how sap flow in shoots and branches of a mature olive tree (Olea europaea ‘Coratina’) related to morphological traits which are linked to tree hydraulic architecture. Spatial and temporal variations of sap flow within the tree canopy were investigated; they were analyzed with respect to the ratio between sapwood area and leaf area (SA/LA), and in relation to evaporation dema...

Drystone terraces offer a series of ecosystem services including both biological and cultural benefits. The aesthetic contribution towards the landscape increase in biodiversity levels, constitute drystone other similar constructions, as important biocultural assets. low maintenance eventual abandonment cause drawbacks regarding sustainability agricultural environments. main goal this research ...

Olive (Olea europaea L.) fruit and derived products play a pivotal role in the Mediterranean diet, to which they contribute their gastronomic value health-promoting properties. The cuticle constitutes interface between plant surrounding environment, it modulates relevant traits such as water loss, mechanical resistance, susceptibility pests rots. Hence, better knowledge of properties impact the...

Composts are widely used in horticulture as organic amendments to improve the properties of soils. have also been reported enhance disease suppressive potential soils and, therefore, could be a strategy for managing plant diseases. The aim this study was test ability amended with four different agro-industrial waste-based composts (chestnut peels and shells, spent coffee grounds, grape marc, ol...

Olive groves are Mediterranean socioecological systems. In Portugal (350,000 hectares of olive groves), a transition is ongoing towards intensification. Such effects may arise from the incremental use agrochemical fertilizers. The Alentejo region, Portugal, was stratified according to management systems (i.e., extensive managed conventionally, integrated or organically, and intensive highly far...

1 , A. Stroupe 2 , H. Aghazarian 3 , M. Garrett 4 , P. Younse 5 , and M. Powell 6 . 1 Jet Propulsion Laboratory, MS 198-219, 4800 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena, CA 91109, [email protected]; 2 Jet Propulsion Laboratory, MS 198-219, 4800 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena, CA 91109, [email protected]; 3 Jet Propulsion Laboratory, MS 198219, 4800 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena, CA 91109, Hran...