For all audiences
2:30 hours approx.
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Activity of knowledge of the importance of native breeds of cattle, Pyrenean breed cows and hens Sobrarbe native breed. Biodiversity is the key.
-Knowledge of local ecological production and regenerative livestock farming of pastures.
- We compost farm waste to fertilize and promote soil biodiversity and the importance of minerals and microbial activity.
- Activity of knowledge of the production of organic mountain apples.
- Experience of production of apple juice and apple cider (as per dates)
- Explanation of the most sustainable marketing model possible and KM 0, direct sale of products.
- Account of the agricultural evolution in Ainsa in the last 100 years.
- We collaborate with the Foundation for the Conservation of the Bearded Vulture (FCQ), and the feeding of carrion birds (vultures, crows, kites, Egyptian vultures, …)Sustainable system, fed from local slaughterhouse.
- Practice on the farm, transfer of animals to pastures. Livestock feeding.
Egg collection. Apple picking. Interpretation of the landscape and agricultural and livestock use.
-Visit to our own store where we explain the whole process of transformation and traceability of organic products from the farm that we offer in this butcher's shop.
Open map Aínsa-Sobrarbe (Huesca), España
Back to the future, return to the origin, fertility of the land
ECOFES is a family farm dedicated from long ago to the agroganaderia in Ainsa, with productions of veal and apples.
We sell our products directly in our butcher-shop located in the historic center of Ainsa and also on-line from our website www.ecofes.es.
Our production system is certified organic, we consider it the most respectful model with biodiversity, the health of our soils, the health of plants and animals, the health of consumers and ourselves as producers, promoting the dignity of this activity.
The cows are Pyrenean Autonomous breed (native of the Pyrenees, which are raised and slaughtered in Ainsa, which implies a minimal carbon footprint in the process, being the best example of KM.0 system and sustainability difficult to match.
We will learn about the history and evolution of this ancestral breed, livestock improvement, animal management and behavior, regenerative grassland systems, the production of high biological quality compost, and the favorable effect of grazing on the environment.
The ecological apple orchard where there are 30 different varieties of apples, some of which are native and unique, which ripen on different dates from August to November. Where we can learn about the way of production, biological control, the different methods of protection, and the quality of the apples resulting from this effort.
Also on different dates we can learn about the different flavors depending on the variety of apple, the elaboration of juice, cider, cider vinegar, etc.?
In addition to knowing the breed of hen Sobrarbe authentic hen in freedom, and their high quality eggs.
The visit to the farm will be between two and three hours, depending on whether you visit the apple trees.
If you want to learn about the meat process, you can also visit the butcher's workshop.
You can also arrange a tasting menu in the family restaurant in the same town of Ainsa.
Prices
- Adults: 12 euros per person.
- Children from 5 to 12 years old: 8 euros per person.
- Children under 4 years old: Free.
Groups of 10 people or more:
- Adults: 10 euros per person.
- Children from 5 to 12 years old: 6 euros per person.
- Children under 4 years old: Free.
The price includes
- Exclusive visit to the farm facilities with explanation and appreciation.
- Participation in the harvesting of fruits and products of the farm (according to dates).
- Handling of animals for movements between pastures.
- Tasting of the elaborations (juice, fruit, sausage, possibility of tasting of veal).
Timetable
-Weekends and national holidays.
From 10:00h to 12:30h and from 17:30 to 20:00h.
- Rest of weekdays: consult.
Activity details
- It takes place in Ainsa, in the area between the castle and the monument of the covered cross.
- Maximum 20 people per schedule.
- Language in Spanish with some noció n of French.
- Activity accessible to everyone.
- Suitable for families with children.
To whom it is addressed
For all audiences
Approximate duration
2:30 hours approx.
Do not forget
- Wear comfortable footwear.
- Communicate possible allergies.
- Bring enthusiasm to discover forgotten values.
- Outdoor activity, anticipate inclement weather.
Additional information
- Come and learn about native livestock breeds and local fruit varieties and the production of healthy, organic and sustainable food.
- The activity starts on time, so please come at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.