U-pick farm Tuinderij Mooi Weerdinge

Mooi Weerdinge is a self-pick farm and food garden located on the edge of Weerdinge and Emmen. The farm grows vegetables, fruit, and herbs using natural principles, without artificial fertilizers or pesticides, and sources its seeds and planting stock organically. In addition to the self-pick garden, the site includes a food forest edge with berries, raspberries, plums, small fruit, perennial vegetables, and herbs such as rosemary, Szechuan pepper, and the French onion soup tree. The farm focuses on building healthy soil, promoting biodiversity, and fostering community connections through food.

Produce available for self-picking includes a wide variety of seasonal vegetables, leafy greens, and fruit from the food forest. The main self-pick season runs from approximately May through October. Specific crops mentioned in the season include pak choi, lettuce, lamb’s lettuce, chive flowers, radishes, potatoes, beans, strawberries, and other seasonal offerings.

Open hours:

Self-pick garden and vegetable stand: Saturdays from 10:30 to 14:30 during the season (May to October).
Farmyard visits for picking or shopping: Also open Wednesday and Thursday from 09:30 to 17:00.
Closed: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday.

The farm is operational during the growing season, with events and volunteer days held throughout the year. Additional services include a weekly vegetable stand with local products, a subscription for weekly harvest shares, and a four-week trial picking option. The farm also supplies restaurants and caterers, and offers onsite catering with fire-cooked vegetarian and vegan meals for groups of 12 to 36 people. Guided tours are available, and a social food garden program provides access for people with lower incomes.

What visitors say

This self-picking farm provides a delightful experience for collecting fresh produce. The managers are notably friendly and helpful, greatly enhancing the overall visit. A recent visitor particularly enjoyed the potatoes, corn, and bell peppers gathered, describing them as delicious. The farm is highly recommended for its fresh offerings and pleasant atmosphere.

Facilities in this u-pick farm

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