The next few days are critical. It is particularly important that temperatures remain moderate – at least below 30°C – so that the delicate flowers do not wither. As soon as fruits have formed, it can get warmer; The Manaki olive tree, native to Corinth, can tolerate heat and drought well. Our next date at the groves is in about 4 weeks. By then the fruits should have grown large enough to be easily recognizable on the branches. It is only then that an estimate about this year’s harvesting prospects may be possible.