Estimating residual biomass of olive tree crops using terrestrial laser scanning

•The residual biomass of olive trees was estimated based on parameters derived from using a Terrestrial Laser Scanning System.•Explicative variables used: height statistics and tree parameters retrieved from 3D cloud data, combination of both set of variables.•The most accurate model was obtained when tree parameters and metrics retrieved from the TLS crown data were combined.•Knowledge of the amount of residues available is an important element in the Biofuel Supply Chain.