Age: 1 year
Plants 1 new Olive tree
CO2 absorbed: 150 kg/year
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Introduction – But what happens to the wood from olive trees infected with Xylella?
In recent years, the Salento region has been struck by one of the most devastating threats to agriculture and the local ecosystem: Xylella fastidiosa. This bacterium has decimated thousands of olive trees, profoundly altering the region’s landscape and economy.
But what happens to the wood from olive trees infected with Xylella once they’ve been cut down? Is it possible to give it a new life and contribute toa circular economy that reduces waste?
The answer is yes, and we at OlivaMi do it too.
Olive tree wood shouldn’t be wasted
Olive trees are not only a source of high-quality oil, but also a symbol of resilience and connection to the land. With the arrival of Xylella, the devastation has been unstoppable, forcing farmers to uproot thousands of diseased trees. However, the wood from these olive trees should not go to waste.
With a focus on the circular economy, OlivaMi recycles wood from felled olive trees to transform it into valuable objects, preserving the memory and significance of our history.
This approach not only prevents the wood from being burned or discarded, but also allows us to give it a second life by creating high-quality handmade products that celebrate the beauty and strength of olive wood.
A Second Life for Trees
When you visit Bottega di Olivami, our online shop (visit our shop), you’ll find a selection of handcrafted items made from reclaimedwood sourced from olive trees destroyed by Xylella. Each piece is unique, rich in history, and features grain patterns that tell the story of centuries of growth and deep roots in the Salento region.
Our creations range from small everyday items, such as cutting boards in various sizes, to more exclusive pieces, such as decorative sculptures and home accessories. Each item is not only a design piece but also a symbol of sustainability and respect for the environment.
Olive wood is, in fact, sturdy, durable, and incredibly beautiful, with a natural finish that deepens over time.
Olive Wood Company Nameplates: A Sustainable Choice for Your Business
For all companies that create their own corporate garden through our Salento reforestation project, we will craft a sign made of olive wood salvaged from olive groves destroyed by Xylella, on which the sponsoring company’s logo will be engraved; this sign will mark the entrance to their corporate garden.
With the creation of this garden, we at OlivaMi are offering companies the opportunity to take a concrete step toward sustainability and solidarity with the Salento region, which will take the form of supporting Salento farmers in managing their olive groves and planting new olive trees.
Olive wood plaques are a way to convey the importance of environmental responsibility to your customers and employees. These carefully engraved and customizable plaques celebrate the connection between your company and nature, showcasing your commitment to sustainability.
Your Contribution to a Sustainable Future
By purchasing our olive wood items from our online store or choosing to create a corporate garden, you can help build a more sustainable future—a future in which all materials can be recovered, reused, and transformed into objects that preserve the beauty of nature and show respect for the earth.
At OlivaMi, we believe that sustainability is a concrete commitment to the planet and to future generations. Every time we craft an object from olive wood, we’re not just creating a product—we’re telling a story of rebirth.
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