Kansrijk is a certified organic self-picking garden located in Groenekan, Netherlands. Operating as a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) initiative, the farm focuses on sustainable, local food production with a strong emphasis on soil health, biodiversity, and community involvement. The farm functions as a food community where members share both the risks and rewards of the harvest.
The main offering is a self-picking share, which provides weekly access to a variety of fresh, seasonal produce. Members can harvest over 50 different types of vegetables, herbs, and small fruit throughout the season. Typical crops include spring radishes and raapsteel, summer courgettes and strawberries, and autumn pumpkins and kale. The growing season runs from May to December, with the main pick-your-own harvest available for approximately 30 weeks. Members are expected to bring their own harvesting tools, such as a knife or scissors, and containers.
Business Hours:
- Wednesday: 14:00 – 20:00 (for picking and on-site shop)
- Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00 (for picking and on-site shop)
On-site Shop & Tea Garden: The farm has a shop selling seasonal organic vegetables, herbs, and small fruit, harvested fresh that morning. The shop is open from June to October on Saturdays from 10:00 to 17:00. A tea garden is also open from May to October on Saturdays from 10:00 to 17:00, offering organic herbal tea, coffee, juice, and cake.
Additional Information:
- The farm is SKAL certified (NL-BIO-01).
- Payment is accepted via debit card, credit card, and contactless mobile payment.
- The site is suitable for children.
- The business is currently operational and has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 17 reviews.
- Parking is limited to the side of the road; cycling is recommended.
What visitors say
This self-picking farm and garden consistently garners positive reviews, praised as a delightful and tranquil spot for harvesting fresh, organic produce. Visitors particularly appreciate the ability to pick their own delicious fruits, vegetables, and herbs, finding the experience rewarding and believing it enhances the flavor of their meals. While the early season might offer a lighter yield, the bounty increases, providing a varied harvest including items like peas, fennel, lettuce, and strawberries.
Beyond the immersive self-picking experience, the farm offers convenient amenities and diverse options. A shop provides a selection of fruit, vegetables, and herbs for those without a self-picking subscription, and individual vegetable purchases are also available on Saturdays. The site features a “veldkeuken” (field kitchen) for food and drinks, accompanied by inviting picnic benches ideal for enjoying the natural environment. Furthermore, “Bloemenkans” sells native organic flowers and plants on Saturdays, adding to the charm. The facility is commended for offering organic produce almost year-round. However, one specific critique noted that the price of €2.50 for self-made instant coffee at the tea garden was considered unreasonable by a reviewer.