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 wildflowers to natural skincare: how we make herbal creams at Mavronero Farm
Even the simplest wild plants can become valuable natural skincare ingredients when prepared with patience and care. At Mavronero Farm, we create small batches of herbal creams using flowers that grow naturally around our Mediterranean farm. Rather than relying on...
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Healthy soils, abundant harvests
Building healthy soil from the ground up At Mavronero Farm, every harvest begins long before the crops appear above the soil. It starts with building healthy, living ground capable of supporting plants naturally. Earlier this year, potatoes were planted on...
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From planting to harvest: the tomato harvest at Mavronero
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....
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Why protecting fruit is part of sustainable farming
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...
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Giving kitchen leftovers a second life at Mavronero
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...
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Preparing traditional arbaroriza liqueur at Mavronero
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...
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Spring rain arrives at Mavronero
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...
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Seasonal crop development at Mavronero
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...
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Pea Seed harvesting using traditional methods
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...
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Swallows at Mavronero Farmhouse
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...
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