Description

Krispijn van den Dries envisions a future where all individuals are urban farmers, producing vital and flavorful food for the communities around them. He emphasizes the need for a radical transformation in agriculture, advocating for systems that integrate farming with nature, minimize external inputs, and utilize local resources. Krispijn calls on society—including citizens, governments, and financial institutions—to support pioneers in sustainable agriculture, directing energy, funds, and expertise toward this new agricultural paradigm. He envisions a collaborative effort between farmers and consumers to create a robust and healthful food system, contributing to a livable planet and vibrant rural areas.

Core Philosophy: Embracing radical change based on natural laws. The farm's name and logo (a butterfly's life cycle) symbolize transformation and growth, mirroring the radical changes in agriculture that Krispijn embraces

Crop Rotation:

Cycle:
- Potato
- Alfalfa/Clover Mix
- Cabbage
- Onion
- Carrot
- Winter Cereals (1.5-year green without cultivation)
- Peas + Chinese Cabbage (same year)

Sustainability Practices:

90% Coverage: 90% of the farm area is covered with green manure after the main harvest.
Ploughing Practices: A mix of undeep ploughing and non ploughing, only done in the spring after winter. Aiming to maximize green cover during winter.
Hedges: 6 km long hedge realised
Controlled traffic system: leading to less soil compaction.
Compost en bokashi: make own compost and bokashi.

Website: www.bioromeo.nl

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