Crops
At Fattoria Valle Magica we are keen to focus on the varieties of plant species that are well adapted to our climate. We have purposely avoided any attempts on intensive farming especially where excessive quantities of water need to be pumped into the growing process. Our local land has been farmed for thousands of years with vines, fruit, nut and olive trees all being excellent choices for the arid and rocky terrain we have.
Although we have some established almond trees and are planting further nut and fruit trees, we have elected to focus predominantly on Olive trees, Fig Trees, Grape Vines and Truffle Farming. Truffles historically were abundant in this area but over harvesting and the introduction of high numbers of wild boar have depleted the natural occurrence of these amazing tubers dramatically.
Although we have some established almond trees and are planting further nut and fruit trees, we have elected to focus predominantly on Olive trees, Fig Trees, Grape Vines and Truffle Farming. Truffles historically were abundant in this area but over harvesting and the introduction of high numbers of wild boar have depleted the natural occurrence of these amazing tubers dramatically.
OlivesA Mediterranean farm would not be a farm without olive trees. We were lucky to have some beautiful well established trees on our land but we are planting more. Find out why...
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FigsWith over 800 known species of fig to choose from a previous hobby has become a serious effort to establish a supply of some of these rare and wonderfully sweet fruits...
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VinesMontepuliciano D'Abruzzo is one of the best known products from this region. Our farm was once covered in grape vines that produced this variety and we have decided to replant some now.
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TrufflesThroughout our local area for generation after generation people have gone 'truffling' with trained dogs (or previously pigs) to find both black summer and black winter truffles. Both can still be found locally growing wild under oak trees. However more and more people are now farming Truffles and we have decided to also establish a Black Winter Truffle wood on our farm to ensure we can provide this unique taste experience for our guests and customers for generations to come. Find out more using the link below.
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