Bij Buurman is a self-picking farm located in Kortehemmen, between Beetsterzwaag, Drachten, and Boornbergum, Netherlands. Members can harvest locally grown vegetables weekly during the season from the vegetable garden. From July, visitors can pick their own bouquets of flowers from the flower garden without a membership. The farm practices regenerative agriculture, focusing on soil health and biodiversity, offering around 60-80 varieties of vegetables and herbs, including common and forgotten types, as well as colored carrots. In 2025, a greenhouse is planned for tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. Members pay a seasonal fee to harvest vegetables and herbs, with guidelines for the amount to pick based on need. The farm has set opening days. Membership is seasonal from May to November, with a trial month option available. A seasonal membership costs between 250 and 350 euro per adult, and the cost for children aged 5-17 is 10x their age, depending on what one can afford. The flower garden opens in late June 2025, offering organically grown flowers for visitors to pick their own bouquets. There is also a rest stop with coffee and tea during good weather. The farm encourages community involvement through volunteer days.
What visitors say
This charming pick-your-own garden offers members the opportunity to harvest fresh, seasonal vegetables. It’s a sustainable operation with a focus on healthy soil, resulting in nutrient-rich produce that has completely replaced supermarket vegetables for many. Volunteering in the garden is encouraged but not required, and it’s described as a rewarding and sociable experience, even allowing you to feel connected to the plants you help nurture. Beyond vegetables, members can also take home bouquets of flowers. For non-members, a flower picking garden has also been established, and plans are in place to create a relaxing spot to enjoy a cup of coffee. The garden utilizes organic, permaculture, and Bokashi methods, ensuring the produce is both delicious and environmentally friendly.