Zakah on olives

A: The obligation of Zakah on olive is a controversial issue among scholars. To be on the safe side, it is better to give Zakah on it when the olive fruits reach the Nisab, which is five Wasqs (1 Wasq = 60 Sa`s = 180 kg. Approx.), according to the Sa` of the Prophet (peace be upon him) [i.e. 1 Sa` = 3 kg. Approx.]. The amount of Zakah due is one tenth of the production. The costs should not be deducted from the production; rather, you should pay Zakah on all the output.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.