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Our Commitments at Woodpecker Trail Olive Farm
- Sustainable Farming Practices (no heavy synthetic inputs, focus on soil health)
- Respectful Labor Practices (fair wages, safe working environments, family-operated values)
- 100% U.S. Estate-Grown and Bottled (no imports, local economy support)
- Minimizing Environmental Impact (careful water use, wildlife habitat protection)
We grow with a conscience.
Every bottle of Woodpecker Trail EVOO is a testament to fair work, sustainable land management, and a deep respect for nature. We believe premium olive oil should nourish both people and planet—and we invite you to be part of that journey.
Woodpecker trail olive Farm from above
Approaching our Farm
Our Olive Farm is located on the historical Woodpecker Trail
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East Edge of our Farm
Arial View facing West of Woodpecker Trail Olive Farm
Historic Heritage since 1850's
Nestled in Georgia’s Magnolia Midlands along the scenic and historic Woodpecker Trail (State Route 121), our farm is part of a route that stretches through North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida.
Owned and operated by 0Tracy & Curtis Poling, Woodpecker Trail Olive Farm spans 300 acres, carrying forward six generations of family heritage in Longleaf Pine forestation. Since planting our first 6,000 olive trees in 2015, our orchard has grown to over 10,000 trees.
Our focus has always been on preserving the natural beauty of the land while producing fresh, locally crafted, and 100% U.S.-grown extra virgin olive oil. This commitment to sustainability and quality has earned us global recognition—Woodpecker Trail Olive Farm won a Silver Award at the 2020 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, one of the world’s most prestigious olive oil contests. We are also proud recipients of the UGA Flavor of Georgia Award and hold certifications for Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Experience the tradition, passion, and excellence that define our farm.
EVOO Olive Oil = Healthy Life!
The olive tree – Symbol of Immortality
It was Athens, goddess of wisdom, the wisest of Zeus’s daughters, that had stuck a spear into the ground at the break of civilization, and the spear had turned into an olive tree ...
The importance of olive oil to the people of the world is reflected in past writings and even laws. The Greek poet Homer called it “liquid gold.” The Greek philosopher Democritus believed a diet of honey and olive oil could allow a man to live to be a hundred, an extremely old age in a time where life expectancy hovered around forty years. In the sixth century B.C. the Athenian legislator Solon introduced laws protecting olive trees. In a grove only two trees could be removed each year. Breaking this law incurred severe penalties, including execution. There are more than a hundred references in the Bible to olives and olive oil.
Olives are hand harvested
The olive branch signifies peace , because of their slow growth, in ancient times olives were not cultivated during war time and therefore considered as peace-time trees. The olive branch has long been known as a symbol of victory, peace and purity. It has been historically worn by brides, carried by doves and made into wreaths. The use of olive branches as peace symbols has also been extended into treaties. Today, “extending an olive branch” is a phrase often used for when people make efforts to resolve fights or disputes, big and small. Today Extra virgin olive oil is recognized of its tremendous antioxidant properties and health benefits. It also is full of vitamins K and E and monounsaturated fatty acids.
Our Farm name origins
Historic Woodpecker Trail
The Woodpecker Trail is a 620-mile scenic and historic route that runs along state routes 25/121. It stretches from Charlotte, North Carolina to St. Petersburg, Florida.
The trail has been named one of the 50 most scenic drives in America and makes for a relaxing day trip as it passes through some of Georgia’s most beautiful farmland. Weathered barns, rusting farm equipment and miles upon miles of open farm land is guaranteed to take your mind off your day-to-day worries. So pack a lunch and a camera and take a drive back in time along one of Americas scenic byways.
Mr. "Samson" our Border Collie keeping us straight on the farm!
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Estate of Simon Smith established (1855) transforms to estate Olive Groves
Our family timeline and journey as a world class producer of EVOO olive oil in Georgia US
What a surprise!
REAL REVIEWS FROM REAL SHOPPERS: "Great Olive Oil: We were at a villa in Italy that has olive trees and the owner served us some recently pressed oil from her trees and it was wonderful with a fresh peppery taste. My first-time tasting Woodpecker Trail Olive Oil reminded of that oil in Italy, hard to believe it comes from South Georgia. I recommend this oil for dipping fresh sourdough or Italian bread in or serving with fresh home-grown North Georgia tomatoes in the summer. "