Vision, Hard Work, Persistence Pay Off for Olive Farmers

Vision, Hard work Persistence

Southern farmers are finding success with olives

When British settlers arrived along the South Atlantic coast during the early 1700s, they discovered olive trees growing at Spanish mission sites along the coastline. The popular fruit flourished for over 100 years as a local commodity until other products like cotton and tobacco took its place in the market.

Now the olive has returned as one of Georgia’s emerging crops. The fertile soil and mild climate of southeast Georgia, known for producing excellent food crops, provide an ideal setting for several olive varieties that produce an oil with a mild, fruity flavor and a fresh, unique taste.

For 25 years, brothers Tommie and Clint Williams have managed a successful pine straw and land development company in Lyons, Georgia. Having been raised on a working farm, the Williams brothers were well-acquainted with an agrarian lifestyle. Their travels throughout the years have given them exposure to a variety of foods, fruits, oils and wines not traditionally native to Georgia. In 2009, Tommie decided to try growing olives “just to see what would happen.” Clint was a little skeptical. “We’ll harrow those up next year,” he said with a grin. Fortunately, their vision, hard work and persistence paid off. Georgia’s climate, soil and water have proven the perfect combination for growing several olive cultivers. Terra Dolce Farms is now proud to offer you this exceptional product.

Terra Dolce Farms, Lyons, GA | 912-526-4459 Order online at www.terradolcefarms.com

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