Sustainable Farming & Artisanal Products
FARM VISIT
Farm to table – An introduction to Regenerative Farming with a Farm Tour and light lunch
One of the most interesting and fascinating experiences on Andros Island is to visit and participate on a farm tour at Livada Natural Farm. Andros island is known for its long history as an agricultural hub in the eastern Mediterranean. In combination with its strong shipping tradition the produce cultivated on Andros often reached as far as the Black Sea and beyond. Citrus fruit, olives and olive oil, silk and other products were exported, however agricultural activities on the island also had a character defined by traditional notions of sustainability and self-reliance.
At Livada Natural Farm you will get to meet Alexandros and Petros who emigrated to Andros from Athens and have started caring for and cultivating part of what has historically been one of the prime productive areas of the Chora region, Livada in Mesaria.
Alex and Peter are both trained in regenerative agriculture practices and have worked abroad on farms and projects with an eye on countering modern agriculture’s pitfalls. So instead of cultivating and degrading the landscape over time, they aim to increase biodiversity and fertility over time.
Visiting the Livada Farm you will experience a low-tech, bio-intensive, no-till, energy-efficient type of care for nutrition with aspects of natural farming, permaculture, and holistic management.
Come and get a fresh perspective on agriculture with this farm tour in Andros in the Cyclades.
Join us for a tour of the farm and discover the plentiful ingredients of the Mediterranean diet at their source, over amiable conversations while enjoying the hospitable environment.
Discover trees, herbs, and vegetables cultivated at Livada while learning about regenerative practices and their importance in developing permanent and sustainable agriculture for tomorrow.
Enjoy walking around the farm, harvest the vegetables of your choice, and at the end of the tour, we will prepare together delicious salads accompanied by local cheeses and cold cuts, while we will taste local wine or tsipouro.
Tours are available for all different types of groups including families with children, couples, and tour groups.
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Cost :
35 €
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Duration:
2 hours
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Persons:
min 4 – max 8
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Date & Time:
Upon Request
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Location:
Andros – Messaria (Primary School)
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Meeting Point:
Hora
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Pick up/Drop off:
Upon request
Details:
For guests from other parts of the island, pick up from their accommodation upon request.
For less than four (4) people the activity will take place with an extra charge
Cost for the farm tour without lunch 25e per person
Specific meeting point location will be indicated after booking
Highlights:
A guided farm tour by experts
Introduction to Regenerative Farming
Organic vegetables to harvest and taste
A delicious light lunch with local products
Inclusions:
Guided farm tour
Visit the farm’s garden
Get your own vegetables with you
Farm lunch with organic ingredients
Exclusions:
Transfer from other parts of the island (except Hora Town)
Gratuities (optional)
Extra beverages or food
Know before you go:
- If you are visiting between the end of June and the end of August, please have in mind that it can get hot.
- Guests must have a good physical condition
- Comfortable shoes are required
- Children can book when accompanied by an adult (not suitable for under 6 years old)