Olivia goji berry represents a late-maturing universal variety of golden currant, distinguished by high yield and resistance to unfavorable conditions. Bushes are vigorous and slightly spreading, which facilitates care and harvest collection. Berries have an orange-yellow color, with an average weight of about 1.4 grams and a maximum of up to 4 grams. Berries contain 11% sugars, 1% acids, and a significant amount of vitamin C — 49.6 mg%, making them beneficial and nutritious. The variety is characterized by high winter hardiness, as well as drought and heat resistance, ensuring a stable yield even in complex climatic conditions. Due to good transportability, berries maintain quality during transport, which is important for commercial cultivation.
The taste of Olivia currant is pronounced, with notes of blackberry, pleasant astringency, and a light bitterness in the aftertaste, giving the berries a special elegance. A unique aroma is provided by olive flowers containing oleuropein — a powerful antioxidant with beneficial properties, which further enhances the value of the fruits. These features make the variety attractive not only for fresh consumption but also for use in cooking and production of various products.
The Olivia variety is suitable for various applications: berries can be consumed fresh, used for freezing, and also for making juices, jellies and other high-quality processed products. High yield — up to 8 kg per bush — and stable fruiting make this variety a profitable choice for gardeners and farmers seeking to obtain a quality and healthy currant yield.
