Exploring tuscany’s landscape: the cypress trees and beyond
Tuscany is a beautiful region in central Italy known for its gorgeous vistas, quaint hilltop towns, and luscious vineyards. Nothing, however, better encapsulates the essence of Tuscany than the renowned cypress tree, or “cipresso” in Italian. These magnificent trees have long been important in the region’s history, art, and culture. In this post, we’ll look […]
Unearthing tuscan brilliance: the enigmatic allure of moraiolo olive tree
Pendolino olive, one of the best olive variety for evoo
In the picturesque landscapes of Tuscany, amidst rolling hills and sun-kissed vineyards, thrives a remarkable olive tree variety known as Pendolino. Named after its pendulous branching characteristic, this olive tree has captured the hearts of growers and landscape enthusiasts alike. With its high fruit production, vital role as a pollinator, and stunning weeping habit, the […]
Organic vs. Ecological farming: making the right choice
Tuscany, Italy, is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich agricultural heritage. For many years, farmers in Tuscany have been practicing organic farming to preserve the environment and promote healthy living. However, in recent years, a new type of farming called ecological farming has gained popularity. In this article, we will explore the difference between […]
Harvested with love: the first olive harvest at one belvedere
Harvested With Love The first olive harvest at One Belvedere’s Farm. https://onebelvedere.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Raccolta-Olivi.mp4 “The olive tree is a tree full of health. It is a symbol of eternity. Of all things, it has peace attached to it.” Carol Drinkwater
A guide to taste the flavors of the maurino olive
The Maurino olive, originating from the picturesque region of Tuscany, Italy, is a remarkable olive tree variety known for its exceptional qualities. This self-sterile olive tree is a favored pollinator and often requires the presence of companion trees such as Frantoio, Leccino, or Pendolino. With its small yet abundant fruit, the Maurino olive offers a […]
Meet Marco Nardini – Embracing nature’s wisdom in agriculture
About Marco Nardini I am an agronomist working with regenerative agriculture.I bring innovation and adaptation to climate crisis in a 1000 hectares of historic winery in Chianti Classico as sustainability manager. With my company Agro Metrica, I design agro-eco-systems capable of increasing soil fertility and water availability in Italy, Denmark and Morocco. When did you […]