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Agroclimatic mapping for olive cultivation in Brazil: pinpointing optimal growing regions.

Authors :
de Oliveira Aparecido, Lucas Eduardo
Torsoni, Guilherme Botega
de Lima, Rafael Fausto
Mesquita, Daniel Zimmermann
Peche, Pedro Maranha
Source :
Journal of the Science of Food & Agriculture. Apr2024, Vol. 104 Issue 6, p3361-3370. 10p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

BACKGROUND: This research aimed to identify the agroclimatic zones in Brazil, excluding Rio Grande do Sul, that are suitable for olive (Olea europaea L.) cultivation, considering both climatic and topographical factors. Olives require specific conditions: moderate winter temperatures (7–15 °C), warmer summers (25–35 °C) and sufficient water during growth and fruit maturation. They can endure some drought, making them a viable option for agricultural diversification. Using daily meteorological data from 1989 to 2023 from NASA‐POWER, this study analyzed variables like air temperature (minimum and maximum) and rainfall. Key climate variables were the mean air temperature in winter (T_w), spring (T_s), summer (T_su) and autumn (T_a) and total annual precipitation (Prec). Criteria for suitability included: T_w between 5 and 20 °C, T_s between 15 and 23 °C, T_su between 15 and 30 °C, T_a between 15 and 22 °C, annual precipitation over 900 mm and altitude below 900 m. Geographic information system software and Python 3.8 were employed for data analysis and zoning. RESULTS: Results indicated that only 1.92% of the analyzed area, mainly in Minas Gerais, was suitable for olive cultivation. High temperatures and low rainfall in Brazil, particularly in the North and Midwest, make 59.56% of the country unsuitable for olive farming. Additionally, 18.58% of the land, mainly in the Northeast, faces challenges due to extreme heat (T_w) and insufficient water supply. © 2023 Society of Chemical Industry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00225142
Volume :
104
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of the Science of Food & Agriculture
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
176145451
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/jsfa.13221