Blog

Follow the journey of Mavronero Farm through stories, observations, and updates from the field. Here we share experiences, ideas, and moments that shape our work and life on the farm.

From planting to harvest: the tomato harvest at Mavronero

3. July 2026

Following the journey from seedlings to ripe tomatoes Earlier this spring, we shared how our cherry tomatoes were planted on the river terrace at Mavronero using soil block propagation, deep planting techniques and organic compost to encourage healthy root development....

Why protecting fruit is part of sustainable farming

25. June 2026

Sustainable farming is often associated with renewable energy, soil regeneration, or reducing chemical inputs. Yet many of its principles are found in small, everyday decisions made throughout the growing season. One of those moments recently took place among the fig...

Giving kitchen leftovers a second life at Mavronero

22. June 2026

Sustainability is often associated with large environmental projects, renewable energy systems, or landscape restoration. Yet many sustainable practices begin with simple everyday decisions. At Mavronero, one such example recently involved a few pieces of leftover bread from the kitchen. Instead...

Preparing traditional arbaroriza liqueur at Mavronero

19. June 2026

Traditional food and drink preparations often begin with locally available plants and knowledge passed down through generations. At Mavronero, a small batch of traditional arbaroriza liqueur has recently been prepared using freshly harvested leaves from arbaroriza (Pelargonium graveolens), continuing a...

Spring rain arrives at Mavronero

18. June 2026

After a prolonged period of dry weather, Mavronero recently received a welcome spring rainfall. Although the rainfall was relatively brief, it provided valuable moisture for the farm’s soils, crops, and surrounding habitats. In Mediterranean environments, where rainfall becomes increasingly limited...

Seasonal crop development at Mavronero

10. June 2026

Mediterranean agricultural landscapes undergo continuous change throughout the growing season. Different crops progress through flowering, fruit development, ripening, and harvest at their own pace, creating a mosaic of agricultural activity that evolves week by week. Recent observations at Mavronero highlight...

Pea Seed harvesting using traditional methods

2. June 2026

Peas (Pisum sativum) have been cultivated throughout Mediterranean agricultural systems for centuries, providing food, animal feed, soil improvement, and a reliable source of seeds for future planting seasons. At Mavronero, part of this agricultural cycle includes preserving seeds from mature...

Swallows at Mavronero Farmhouse

27. May 2026

Swallows regularly nest around the Mavronero farmhouse during the spring and early summer breeding season. These migratory birds are closely associated with open agricultural landscapes, traditional rural buildings, and environments where insect populations remain active throughout warmer seasonal periods. At...

Mavronero at GO REGENERATIVE

19. May 2026

Last weekend, Mavronero participated in the GO REGENERATIVE festival in Nicosia, an event focused on regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, ecological awareness, and sustainable food systems within Cyprus. The festival brought together local initiatives, agricultural projects, environmental organisations, and visitors interested in...

Planting green bean seeds at Mavronero

7. May 2026

At Mavronero, cultivation begins long before plants are introduced into the field environment. The earliest stages of seed handling, substrate preparation, watering strategy, and nursery management are understood as biologically significant phases that influence the entire developmental trajectory of the...