BOOM IN OLIVE TREE PLANTATIONS

A few reasons why this relatively new investment opportunity is gathering pace in Uruguay.

• Uruguay is geographically located between de 30 & 35 parallel in
  latitude, analogue to the Mediterranean basin and the principal zone for world olive productions.
• Uruguay counts amongst fertile land also on sandy/rocky and well drained terrains that is apt for the cultivation of olives.
• Uruguay has an average 1200 milimetre annual rainfall which is
  essential for rapid olive growth.
• Uruguay enjoys preferential trade agreements with principal countries that import olive oil,including the US.
• Uruguay offers favourable tax incentives for agro business investments
• Uruguay currently has 9000 hectares planted, producing approx.
  150.000 litres of top quality, award winning olive oil.