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. Come along and find out more...
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FigsWith over 800 known species of fig, a previous hobby has become a serious effort to establish a supply of some of these wonderfully sweet fruits. Find out about what we are starting to grow...
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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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Foraged GoodiesThroughout 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. In additional we have wild growing berries, nuts, asparagus and much much more. Come and find out how we are promoting the cultivation of these naturally occurring resources
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