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The Buurtboerderij is a self-picking farm and meeting place established in 2020, where art and culture intersect with sustainable agriculture. It aims to connect people with each other and the food they grow and eat together, contributing to a healthy and local food supply in and around the city. The farm offers affordable, ecologically grown vegetables, fruits, and eggs from chickens, along with artistic and social activities. The farm is open for visits on Sundays from 12:00 to 17:00. Supporters can sign up for a newsletter to stay informed.

Stadstuinderij NoordOogst is a self-picking farm located in Amsterdam-Noord, where members can harvest their own vegetables, fruits, and herbs every week. The farm includes a 4000 m2 vegetable garden and a 2000 m2 food forest. They practice natural farming methods, avoiding artificial fertilizers and pesticides, while prioritizing nature conservation. The farm also organizes workshops and educational activities for children, serves as a neighborhood composting site, and strives to be a community hub.

Waalwortel is a regenerative self-picking farm located in Nijmegen-West, Netherlands, operating on the grounds of the former Sancta Maria convent in Hees. The farm focuses on sustainable food production using the no-dig method, which minimizes soil disturbance to improve soil structure and preserve beneficial soil organisms. This approach is described as exceeding organic practices. The farm cultivates over 50 varieties of vegetables and herbs on approximately 900 square meters. Participants can harvest around 5 to 6 different seasonal vegetables each week, including both familiar and forgotten varieties, as well as occasional flowers or fruits from the surrounding woods. The produce is grown in open ground, relying on sunlight, water, and a rich soil ecosystem to enhance its flavor.

’t Plukgeluk is a self-harvesting garden located just outside Bedum, Netherlands. The garden promotes a vision of free and self-sufficient living. Visitors can pick their own organically grown vegetables, fruits, flowers, and herbs on Wednesdays and Saturdays for a reasonable price. The farm also hosts workshops, tours, lectures, and dinners. A roadside stand is open 24/7, offering fresh produce from the land. The founder Lars, aims to provide locally grown produce while living as self-sufficient and energy-neutral as possible. All products are produced with respect for people, animals, and the environment using only ecologically responsible methods, such as no artificial fertilizers or pesticides and only organically grown seeds and seedlings.

The Garden next to the Branding on Schiermonnikoog is a pick-your-own garden where you can pick and harvest your own fruit, flowers and vegetables. She also grew oyster mushrooms with coffee grounds from the island. The garden is open daily from sunrise to sunset. On Saturdays they are at the Willemshof market from 8:30 to about 13:00/13:30 (until the end of October on behalf of, in bad weather). What can be harvested can be found on the website or on site. The supply is largest between the end of May and mid-November, depending on the weather and the visitors. Blue flags indicate what can be harvested on the mudflat side of the flag. Scissors, knives and elastic bands are available in the shed. After harvesting, you write down what you have picked on the notepad in the shed and pay as you see fit (guide prices are stated). Payment can be made in cash or by debit card.

Vreedebest is a self-picking farm and tea garden located just outside Dokkum in Friesland, Netherlands. The farm boasts a biodiverse garden on its grounds that offers something to see in any weather. In season, a shop sells sustainable gifts, tea, coffee, homemade baked goods, jams, and syrups made with fruit and herbs from the farm itself, all pure and unsprayed, using organic cane sugar and no artificial additives. Children can enjoy the grounds with winding paths, scavenger hunts, and an escape game for older kids. They can also pick their own bouquets. Parents are asked to supervise their children, as the grounds are large and there are ditches.

Fruithof de Struikrover is a self-picking farm located in Oldeholtpade, Friesland, near Wolvega. The farm is open every Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM for selling cuttings, shrubs, seeds, and plants. During the picking season, it is also open on Wednesdays and Fridays. All produce is grown organically without the use of pesticides. The farm covers 1.5 hectares and grows over 20 kinds of fruit, along with various flowers. A viewing tower allows visitors to see the layout of the farm, with its rows of bushes and netting.

De Mikkelhorst is an ecological care farm located in Haren, Netherlands. It offers various activities and facilities including a petting zoo, playground, pick-your-own garden, tea room, and a shop selling regional products. The farm provides day activities for people with disabilities, focusing on meaningful work and social inclusion. Volunteers also contribute to the farm’s operations in areas like gardening, building maintenance, the shop, reception, and animal care. Visitors can enjoy picking their own ecologically grown vegetables, fruits, and herbs in the garden. The farm also has a bee colony managed by volunteers, and sells frozen meat in their shop.

De Sfeer van Willems is a sustainable vegetable and fruit harvest garden of one hectare in Wijchen. As a ‘harvest partner’ (subscriber), you can harvest seasonal vegetables, herbs and small fruits yourself. The assortment varies with the seasons. The garden works without artificial fertilizers or pesticides and, in addition to the harvest, also offers an attractive environment with benches, animals and an insect hotel. There is also a barefoot path that is open from April to October. It is also possible to rent the gazebo for meetings.

Fruitpluktuin.com is a self-picking fruit garden located in Rutten. The website provides information about the types of fruit grown, opening hours, and market appearances. You can pick your own fruit there. The farm also sells jam, liqueur, and fresh fruit. The website also features recipes using the fruit, such as jam, fruit tarts, and smoothies. In addition to fruit, they also grow potatoes, onions, pumpkins, and sunflowers. What visitors say This charming, tranquil location offers a delightful experience for families. Visitors can enjoy picking their own fresh fruit, such as strawberries and berries, directly from the fields. Children are well-catered for with play areas including a trampoline and treehouse. The farm provides informative explanations about the different fruits and their harvest seasons. Besides, the owners are friendly and welcoming. While one reviewer noted some strawberries were dried out, the general consensus is that the fruit is delicious and the prices are reasonable. Smoked fish is also available. It is a highly recommended outing for both young and old.

Boerderij Zorgvrij, part of Boerenerf Spaarnwoude, offers visitors an opportunity to learn about sustainable food production. Together with the Het Groene Leven garden center and Onder de Platanen restaurant, it forms a farm complex centered around a historic farmhouse. The farm caters to families, children’s parties, school classes, and companies, providing fun and educational activities. Children can run around, play with animals, and enjoy the playground. Educational programs, children’s parties, and events are organized. Fresh milk is available from a tap, and visitors can participate in cheese making or help in the self-harvesting garden with a variety of fruits and vegetables. You can also take a walk in the various gardens of Boerenerf Spaarnwoude, including a scent garden for the visually impaired and a Spinnenbos play area for older children. There is also an old orchard along an unpaved road through the Uilenbos, decorated with birdhouses. Art exhibitions featuring local artists are often held in the gallery. A newsletter is available for those interested in staying informed about activities.

De Laarhoeve is a development farm in Diessen, Netherlands, that provides a safe and meaningful work environment for individuals with barriers to employment. They focus on developing the talents of their employees, operating under the principle of “normal if possible, but special if necessary.” The farm produces a variety of regional products, including over 100,000 jars of jam annually, using fruits and vegetables from local farmers. This helps farmers process their produce and shortens production chains, reducing food waste. They have saved over 200,000 kilograms of food since 2000.

Pluktuin Gewoon Buiten is an ecological self-picking farm located in the countryside of Rijsbergen, near Breda, in Noord-Brabant, Netherlands. The farm cultivates vegetables, fruit, herbs, and flowers in a sustainable way, respecting both people and animals. It functions as a social project, offering opportunities for volunteers to work together outdoors and for people to become harvest participants (oogstdeelnemer) with a yearly subscription. Harvest participants can then pick vegetables weekly from April to October, and others can also purchase individual flowers and leftover herbs, vegetables, and fruit. The flower picking garden is open to everyone, even without a subscription.

Vink Fruitboerderij is a fruit farm specializing in artisanal fruit products, including jams and juices. A popular seasonal flavor is strawberry-rhubarb, available as both jam and fruit sauce. They pride themselves on authentic, artisanal methods and pure fruit flavors. The farm features a “pluktuin” (picking garden) where visitors can pick their own fruit during harvest season, typically from late August to mid-October. While the specific types of fruit available for self-picking are not explicitly mentioned, the farm also offers older fruit trees for sale, allowing customers to plant mature trees in their own gardens.

Framblij is a self-picking farm in Monster, Netherlands, located at Zwartendijk 11, offering unsprayed fruits and vegetables. The farm is open for self-picking from June to October on Saturdays, Mondays, Friday mornings, and Wednesday afternoons. Their stall is open every day and sells produce including raspberries, raspberry syrup, raspberry jam, and raspberry liqueur. You can self-pick fruit. What visitors say Framblij is a “pick-your-own” farm offering a fun and educational experience, especially for families with children. Visitors can harvest a wide variety of fresh, organically grown fruits and vegetables like strawberries, raspberries, cherries, tomatoes and cucumbers. The location features indoor and outdoor play areas for children, including sandboxes, pony rides, and petting animals like chickens and rabbits. Visitors can relax in the tea garden, enjoying homemade treats like muffins and fresh coffee. While the quality and selection of produce varies with the season, the experience is generally well-organized, with friendly staff.

De Fruitschuur is a farm located on the Peppelmansdijk 24 in Gaanderen, near Doetinchem, on the road through the Slangenburg from Doetinchem to Westendorp. During the fruit season, they offer the opportunity to pick your own fruit. The farm started in 1973 with strawberries and field vegetables, and in 1977 they started growing blueberries. They have a farm shop with fresh, local products. Currently they offer fresh and frozen blueberries and potatoes for sale. The farm also has a resting point (Rustpunt) with a picknick table, coffee machine and water boiler.

Erf Janz is a self-picking farm located in Voorthuizen, Netherlands. Visitors can enjoy picking flowers, fruits, and tea herbs in the garden. The farm also features an orchard for relaxing. Besides self-picking, Erf Janz includes a shop selling gifts and other items, a day care program focused on gardening, an ice cream shop offering artisanal ice cream, and a tea room. The farm is open from Tuesday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, until November 1st, 2024. They have social media pages on Instagram and Facebook. The farm is located on Rijksweg 67, 3781 LT Voorthuizen and its website is www.erfjanz.nl.

Stichting Sociaal en Vitaal is a Dutch foundation addressing food inequality by providing access to healthy, local food for low-income families. Over a million people in the Netherlands live below the poverty line, making it difficult to afford nutritious food. The foundation operates a social self-picking garden where over 300 families can harvest their own vegetables, fruits, and potatoes. The organization also focuses on social connection, food education, building a sustainable food system, health and vitality, and promoting biodiversity. They are looking for volunteers and financial support to expand their reach.

De Hommelhoeve is a small-scale mixed farm in the Netherlands that aims to produce healthy food in a nature-inclusive way, providing habitat for wildlife. The farm offers a self-picking garden with a subscription for weekly fresh seasonal vegetables and fruits. Also they offer grass-fed Brandrode beef, Duroc free-range pork, free-range chicken eggs and meat for sale. The farm is located in the northern part of Brummen, between Zutphen and Apeldoorn. An open day takes place on Whit Monday, June 9. The farm is connected to Voedselnetwerk IJsselmarke, a collaboration for local food from a healthy landscape.

Zelfoogsttuin Ten Boer is a self-picking garden where you can harvest fresh, locally grown vegetables. As a member, you’ll receive a weekly update on what’s ripe for picking, along with a recipe. The produce is grown from organic seeds and plants, with respect for the soil and without pesticides. The garden offers seasonal fruits and vegetables, and organizes activities like harvest and spring festivals. Zelfoogsttuin Ten Boer is located on the Wolddijk in Ten Boer, next to Innersdijk. You can find them on Facebook under the name Zelfoogsttuin Ten Boer.

De Weitens is an ecological farm in Valkenswaard, Netherlands, offering various activities and accommodations. The farm consists of an ecological garden, Wilma’s Terrace, and cabanas/camper spots for overnight stays. The ecological garden is run by Jack, who provides tours and information about ecological gardening and sustainable practices. Wilma’s Terrace is managed by Wilma, Corinne, and Kitty, offering homemade cakes, coffee, herbal tea, and local sausage rolls. Since May 2024, a new partnership with ‘t Vogelhuys, led by Kitty, provides everyday activities for people with disabilities at the terrace on Mondays and Tuesdays. Corinne manages the cabanas, providing guests with comfortable, energy-neutral accommodations in the walnut orchard.

Kwekerij Eeuwhorst is a farm located in Emst, Netherlands (Eeuwhorstweg 5, 8166 KP Emst). Owned by Annemarie van Eek and her husband Gerrit, the farm cultivates trees, plants, shrubs, vegetables, and fruits without the use of artificial fertilizers, chemical pesticides, or GMOs. Customers can pick their own produce in the pluktuin (picking garden), including various types of potatoes, onions, and a wide variety of flowers during the summer months. Free-range eggs are also available for purchase. The farm prioritizes natural growth and ripening, resulting in products with enhanced flavor and nutritional value. In addition to the farm, “De Eeuwhorst” also offers a general odd-job man for small tasks. The farm is open by appointment, and contact can be made by phone, app, or email. They are affiliated with Boerderijwinkel, Boerenwinkel and Rijdende Winkel.