Producteur de plants maraichers biography
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Daan
After working as a seasonal crop farmer for seven years, Daan switched completely to farming in 2011. He started on a family plot of land that he inherited, which was then gradually expanded.
Ten years later, he has 3 hectares. However, he only farms one hectare at a time. On the remaining plots, he has installed orchards and leaves a few wilder parts to preserve biodiversity. He also has a small number of greenhouses that heat naturally with the sun.
Nature as an ally
Daan has set up an ingenious rainwater collection system to water his plants. And in the middle of the fields, there is a small pond in which tadpoles are swimming peacefully. When these turn into frogs, they become Daan's main allies against slugs.
Daan's philosophy
Daan only works with hand tools. When it comes to harvesting and maintenance, he does everything by hand. This decision is in line with his philosophy and his way of seeing things. At the same time, he also hires young people to come and h
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La Ferme Saint-Antoine de Grasse
Ce mas provençal a connu des heures difficiles, l’eau n’est arrivée qu’en 1888 ! Avant, il fallait aller chercher l’eau à dos d’âne à Valcluse ou se contenter de l’eau du puits.
Au début de la seconde guerre mondiale, les roses et le jasmin sont arrachés pour laisser place au maraîchage. La ferme produit alors non seulement pour ses habitants mais aussi vend au marché de la place aux herbes sa production et nourrit les Grassois. Le mas s’endort quelques décennies et redevient une exploitation agricole familiale dans les années 70. La production a toujours été dans le respect de la tradition et de la bio
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Sale of certified organic seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Sale of certified organic farming seasonal plants.
You will find organic Ratz craft beer in our store: vit, blond or amber, in 33 or 75 cl!
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