With this manual for organic olive growers, Vossen (University of California Cooperative Extension, Sonoma and Marin Counties) provides detailed information on production issues, plant nutrition, economics, pest and weed control, management of olive wastes, the conversion process, and organic certification and registration. This edition contains new and expanded information on topics such as pollination, pruning for shaker and vertical rotating comb harvest, deficit irrigation, mechanical harvesting and pruning methods, and management of pests. Color photos are included. The manual has been developed as a supplement to the Olive Production Manual, second edition, 2005. Organic growers are advised to consult both publications. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)