Fertilizing value of treated wastewater under short term irrigation of olive tree (Olea europaea l.)

Abstract

The reuse of treated wastewater (TWW) for olive irrigation purposes is a potential solution to reduce the fresh water demand and protect the environment. In fact, this effluent is rich in nutrients such as N, P and K, as well as micronutrients, that are considered essentiel for plant growth (Bedbabis et al. in Agric Water Manage, 160:14–21, 2015). Particularly, for plant nursery production, TWW represents an interesting alternative source of irrigation water, which is likely to help face the high water demand.