Why is October a key month for olives?

October is an important month in the fields. After the summer, olives continue their ripening process and gradually prepare for harvest time.

During these weeks, the fruit develops both inside and out, changing in size, colour and composition. This is a time when olive trees need to be carefully monitored, as every detail can influence the final quality of the olive oil.

The weather also plays an important role. Rainfall, temperature and hours of sunlight can affect the pace at which olives ripen. That is why October is a month that requires close attention: nature follows its own calendar, and we need to know how to listen to it.

In Maials, this time of year feels particularly special. The new season’s olive oil has not yet reached our tables, but we can already sense that a new harvest season is approaching. The fields, the cooperative and everyone involved in the process are getting ready for one of the most eagerly awaited moments of the year.

That is what Baró de Maials is all about: olive oil made right here, following the rhythm of the land and valuing everything that happens before it reaches your home.