Phood Farm is an urban farm located in Eindhoven, Netherlands that inspires regenerative, caring, and community-based production and consumption. It operates an aquaponic farm and a self-picking garden (“Pluktuin”), fostering local farming communities where residents and participants with special care needs grow vegetables in a modern, hyperlocal way.

Visitors can take tours of the aquaponic and permaculture farms, attend workshops, and join a local farming community. They promote knowing where your food comes from by growing and harvesting your own vegetables, pesticide- and packaging-free.

Produce available for self-picking includes:

  • Seasonal vegetables
  • Herbs
  • Edible flowers
  • Fruit

Other products available (though not specified for self-picking) include aquaponic lettuce, kombucha, shiitake mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, and microgreens. They also provide opportunities for individuals with limited access to the labor market through educational care programs. They sell fresh and healthy food in a sustainable and regenerative manner, together with the community.

What visitors say

Phood Farm in Eindhoven is more than just a farm or café; it’s an experience. Visitors consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, the connection to nature, and the passionate individuals behind the project. Workshops, such as the kombucha-making class led by Liza and Robin, are highly regarded for their hands-on approach and the enthusiasm the instructors bring. The kombucha, previously available at Phood Kitchen, is now also sold at the farm’s shop located in the old Campina factory. The farm’s dedication to sustainability and community is evident in its urban farming practices. Produce grown on-site, including fish, microgreens, salads, herbs, and mushrooms, is used to create delicious and innovative dishes, and is available to chefs. The aquaponics system, which utilizes fish waste to nourish the plants, is particularly impressive to those in the agricultural field. The farm is considered forward-thinking and a source of inspiration, even for those working in agriculture themselves. The staff is consistently described as helpful, informed, and friendly, and the venue is well-suited for corporate events, with customized menus and a focus on sustainable sourcing. Many visitors feel a sense of belonging and express a desire to return.