At PURA GROVE, we blend the beauty of nature and the science of farming to bring you the best of California. We incorporate the results of our research to produce the healthiest, most flavorful extra virgin olive oil.
Let’s discuss how we ensure that our olives have the highest possible polyphenol
levels. Higher polyphenol levels not only make olives more flavorful; they also increase their nutrient value. These polyphenols act as antioxidants, which protect against cell damage caused by free radicals. Our extra virgin olive oil contains natural plant polyphenols like hydroxytyrosol, tyrosol, and oleuropein.
We use tested and proven biodynamic farming techniques at our Sandia Creek farm to achieve the highest polyphenol levels in our olives. These techniques increase soil health, feed micronutrients to trees, and ultimately increase polyphenol content. For instance, we use:
- Biodynamic farming techniques: These techniques offer a holistic approach to farming and include a strong focus on soil health.
- Organic compost. This helps to enrich the soil and stimulate microbial life. We encourage a diverse microbial community so that our olive trees achieve improved nutrient uptake, which, in turn, can lead to higher polyphenol levels.
- Controlled fungal exposure. Fungi can enhance soil health and nutrient availability. Proper nutrient absorption helps increase polyphenols..
- Balanced pruning: Effective pruning allows the tree’s canopy to open up, enabling more sunlight to reach the olives, and facilitating better airflow. The sunlight is good for photosynthesis and encourages the production of secondary metabolites like polyphenols. (244)
We encourage you to look further into the benefits of biodynamic farming and polyphenols. You can be a powerful protector of your own health when you make informed buying choices. And you’ll actually gain flavor when you consume olive products with increased polyphenols! So it’s a win-win situation.
Here’s to your health and the benefits of nature! From all of us at PURA GROVE