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Support sustainable farming & receive your own olive oil!
In the heart of the Tuscan countryside, we are an eco-friendly and fully self-sustainable farm and agriturismo. Our farm has 6 hectares of arable land planted with ancient grains and olives and it sits alongside 6 hectares of lush forest.
Here we produce nutritious ancient grains, flour for breads and pasta, jams from ancient fruits, Tuscan herbs and salts, as well as the delicious extra virgin olive oil that our town is well known for. We also grow medicinal and officinal plants, vegetables, fruits and receive fresh eggs from our chickens daily.
In our newly renovated farmhouse, originally built in the 1500s, we offer refreshing and relaxing agriturismo stays just outside of the hustle and bustle of Florentine city life. We also teach cooking classes and artisan workshops, and from time to time have the pleasure of hosting yoga retreats, artist seminars, business meeting and group excursions.
What is included
- Welcome at the farm, introductions of participants and presentation of the experience
- Distribution of tools, aprons and baskets
- Visit to the olive grove and explanation of the typical Tuscan varieties, organic and sustainable cultivation methods
- Choice of the olive tree for the annual adoption and affixing of the wooden tag with the chosen name
- Explanation of Tuscan vase pruning, pruning tests in the field
- Collection of leaves for herbal teas and packaging with a paper bag and stamp
- Return to the farm
- Snack with an authentic Tuscan bruschetta made with the typical Prato bozza with natural leavening with garlic and oil and aromatic herb salts, tomato and various sauces, some prepared together
- Tasting with a platter of cheeses and wine Chianti and from nearby farms
- Distribution of a 100 ml bottle of oil to each participant
- Exchange of Whatsapp numbers to join the podcast update on the seasonal evolutions of olive trees: pruning, flowering (mignola), fruit setting, ripening and harvesting of olives, up to pressing at the mill and bottling of extra virgin olive oil.
- Final greetings and departure
Transportation
- Not included
Meeting point
- After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.
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Reviews
Adopting an olive tree in Italy was an incredible experience! Knowing that my tree is part of a beautiful olive grove made me feel truly connected to the land. The olive oil I received was delicious, and it felt extra special knowing it came from 'my' tree. Highly recommend for anyone who loves Italy and sustainability!
This was such a unique and fulfilling experience! The Adopt an Olive Tree program not only allowed me to support sustainable agriculture, but also gave me the chance to taste the purest olive oil directly from my adopted tree. It was heartwarming to receive updates and know I’m contributing to an ancient tradition!
I loved the Adopt an Olive Tree Experience! It’s amazing to know that I have a piece of Italy that I’m helping to protect. The personalized olive oil I received was fantastic, and the team was wonderful in sharing the history and process of olive farming. A truly authentic experience that I will treasure!