ECOSYSTEM “FOREST FLAVORS”
Half a century of fallow for our one-hectare (1.00 ha) field – on the southern side of the village Krania of Mount Olympus – is enough time for a complete revitalization of the soil The choice was made after many years of continuous observation and study of data with the aim of systematic cultivation and care of cornelian cherry trees.
The deep feeling of respect for the heritage and the life cycle of the trees, is the quality indicator that we set as a principle for every related cultivation technique that we apply.
When the wintertime has come in the mountains and the plants go into the “diapause” phase, we are there to apply compost and manure to the entire property. When spring comes again, we are there to help aerate the soil until it takes all the deep breaths it needs. The same is repeated during the period of the autumnal equinox.
We touch the trees with an awareness of the life they nurture. We selectively prune having as our guiding principle the natural balance between fruit and foliage, which is still an infallible method for a perfect end result.
Nothing goes to waste without being used wisely in the cultivation of “FOREST FLAVORS” Cornelian cherries.
The natural intermediate vegetation after the flowering period is deposited around the trees as an organic ground cover. Three colonies of Macedonian honey bees hosted in our property complete the work of the systemic vision for life in the food chain, in our own paradise. Their contribution to the conservation and evolution of native species remains essential.
Crystal water from a natural source without chlorine, quenches the thirst of the soil drop by drop during watering. The total soluble concentration ranges from 120-140 ppm, while the Ph remains neutral.
At the time of the blessed harvest,we pick fruits by hand.Only those fruits that are excellent are immediately distinguished and collected. The satisfaction and pride are great, when the labors are justified. Being unwilling to compromise on the quality of the final product we provide to the consumer, we grow products of exceptional and increased nutritional value.
The rules of excellence based on international hygiene and cleanliness standards are strictly followed in the processing phase as well. The storage areas of the raw materials and food packaging are under constant review.
Our attention is also focused on recycling. All the consumables we use come from biodegradable and recyclable materials, accompanied by the corresponding certifications from the providers.