The Manzanilla type it is well-known around the world and it is considered the best type table olive world wide . it is cultivates in the desert of wadi El Natrwon – Egypt. also in several other parts in smaller quantities .
in previous times up till now the Manzanilla variety is the leading Egyptian table olive. Depending on the maturity of the fruit at the time of harvesting, this variety can be found in green, blond or black. According to the desired colour of the olive (maturity stage), producers handpick the olives from September to middle October.