Hi, we are Tilen and Mateja. Since 2016, we have been running a family regenerative farming project in northwestern Slovenia. The farm consists of a market garden, some arable fields, agroforestry systems and pastures for our pasture-raised laying hens, broilers and a herd of indigenous sheep. We practice Holistic Management and graze all animals for most of the year. We share the house with our two school-age sons, their grandmother, and two pet dogs. Our house is located in a semi-urban area and is not directly conected to our farm land.
On a typical day, all the animals need to be tended to in the morning, which usually involves moving electric fences, chicken coops and pens, and providing food and water as needed. This is followed by various work tasks planned for the day, such as tending to the market garden, maintaining pastures, tree and shrub systems or working in the forest. We try to avoid the heat of the day as much as possible, so the working day can be divided into some work early in the morning and some in the afternoon or evening. In general, the work schedules are adjusted to the season, weather and the length of the day. We have a wealth of experience teaching people about farming that is in sync with nature and its patterns. Through work experience, WWOOFers can learn a lot about permaculture and regenerative agriculture - not only about techniques but also about the mindset required for holistically managed agriculture.
WWOOFers can eat a variety of balanced mixed meals with the family. We try to include as many ingredients from our farm as possible. Despite the varied seasonal rhythm of the day, we try to stick to the meal times of 7am, 1pm, 7pm. Within walking distance our town has alot of amenities with a wide range of shops and other services. WWOOFers will get their own basic room in the same house, but separate from the family accommodation and their own bathroom with a standing shower and toilet. If desired, we can also arrange a camping space on the farm grounds.
Our surroundings offer many opportunities for excursions and hiking in nature, including in the Julian Alps and Karavanke mountain ranges. Due to the proximity of rivers, lakes and high mountains, there are many options for water sports in the summer and seasonal winter sports. There are some cultural experiences and events happening locally, but for wider range, the capital Ljubljana is a 45-60 minute drive away. Our place also offers a very convenient starting point for some of most famous tourist attractions in our country.
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Fruit or nut farming
Grain farming
Poultry farming
Sheep or goat farming
Raising of other farm animals
Forestry
Seed saving or production
Meat processing
Vegetable or fruit preservation
Methods or systems
Community-supported agriculture (CSA)
Holistic management
No-till farming
Permaculture
Regenerative agriculture
Host type
Production farm
Certified organic
17
Hectares
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42
Acres
