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Tuin voor Zwaantje is a community-supported agriculture (CSA) self-harvest garden in Annen where members with annual subscriptions can harvest their own vegetables. B&B Meer van Zwaantje This sustainable farm operates on the philosophy that ““the taste of a vegetable variety depends on how it feels”” Dit zijn de pluktuinen in Drenthe - De Stoofpeer, emphasizing the connection between plant wellbeing and produce quality. Located near Spijkerboorsdijk in the Drenthe province, this unique u-pick operation offers members the opportunity to harvest fresh, seasonal vegetables throughout the growing season. The farm follows CSA principles, where customers purchase shares or annual memberships that entitle them to regular harvests from the communally-grown crops. What makes Tuin voor Zwaantje special:

Fruitbedrijf De Marwijkshof is a farm shop offering a variety of fresh produce and homemade delicacies. They sell items like carrots, leeks, beans, kale, potatoes, soft fruits, apples, fruit juices, krentjebrij, yogurt, milk, honey, cheese, eggs, jam, syrup, wine, beer, sausages, meat, fruit chocolates, and farm-made ice cream. They also create custom gift baskets. The farm offers a ““Pick Your Own”” experience during the harvest season. Previously, customers could pick dahlias, green and red gooseberries, blackcurrants, redcurrants, whitecurrants, blueberries, blackberries, Santana apples, sunflowers, and pumpkins. However, as of December 1, 2024, everything in the picking garden has been harvested. Frambozen are available for sale at the shop in harvest season but not for self picking.

The Tuinen van Weldadigheid is a multifaceted organic farm in Veenhuizen, Netherlands, combining crop cultivation, a care farm, and recreational/educational activities. They maintain the largest collection of edible plants in the Netherlands, with unique collections of potatoes, garlic, and beans, and are passionate about preserving old and unusual varieties. Their seeds and seedlings are certified organic, cultivated with volunteers and interns. Beyond the gardens, they have an authentic farmhouse with facilities available for day trips and longer stays. They also share their knowledge through tours, workshops, and lectures.