Visit a farm and taste fresh and unknown vegetables and herbs

Embark on a journey through the sustainable heart of urban farming with a visit to De Stadsgroenteboer, where Andres, a devoted cultivator, stewards the land.

This 1.5-hour workshop offers a unique immersion into the workings of a small yet prolific farm nestled on the outskirts of Amsterdam. Here, over 60 varieties of vegetables and more than 15 herbs thrive, cultivated not only for the local community but also for a dedicated Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) network.

During your time on the farm, Andres will be your guide, offering a wealth of knowledge about the farm's cultivation methods and the diverse range of produce grown – from familiar supermarket staples to lesser-known delicacies such as radicchio, frills, mustard blood or minutina. This is an opportunity to expand your palate, with chances to taste directly from the earth's bounty, providing a truly authentic gustatory experience.

De Stadsgroenteboer is committed to bio-intensive farming practices, ensuring the fertility and health of the soil through the use of compost, green manures, and other innovative natural methods. Their ethos is grounded in producing food that is not only direct and honest but also beneficial to our ecosystem. Their efforts forge a communal spirit around the produce they lovingly grow.

The Urban Green Farmers eschew synthetic fertilisers, herbicides, and insecticides, focusing instead on fostering conditions conducive to vigorous plant health. They promote biodiversity by planting a tapestry of crops alongside flowers and shrubs, thereby creating a flourishing ecosystem that supports their agricultural philosophy.

This workshop is an enlightening glimpse into the future of food, where farming is an act of community-building and environmental stewardship. Join Andres to learn how De Stadsgroenteboer is pioneering a movement towards a greener, more connected world.