Dairy Cows
The heart of the Härri Farm are our horned dairy cows, which have been living in a spacious free-stall barn since 2003. The bull, who also roams with them, contributes to the natural reproduction and harmony of the herd. For us, it is "logical" that organic cows are not dehorned. From spring to autumn, they enjoy the fresh grass on our pastures.
The nutrition of our cows is based entirely on feed from our own farm, which contributes to the high quality of the milk. You can purchase this milk directly from us as raw milk or processed into our homemade fresh cheese. We are proud to provide our cows with a happy and natural life.
Chickens
Up to 100 chickens live on our Farm, along with a watchful rooster. When they come to us, the hens have already completed one year of laying. This means we benefit from their remaining laying period of three to four months before they go into molting. Our eggs are available in the farm shop.
Lona
Lona is not only the guardian of the farm but also a faithful companion and family member. Her playful nature brings much joy to our daily lives.
Arable Farming
The fields are the foundation of our agriculture. Here, our crops have grown for three generations without artificial fertilizers and synthetic pesticides. We deal with weeds only by harrowing/hoeing or, if necessary, by hand. Fertilization is mainly done with treated manure and slurry. This practice allows for respectable yields without depleting the soil. Our crop rotation includes wheat, vegetables, potatoes, or corn, followed by oats, then barley, and finally three years of pasture.
Vegetables
We consciously avoid using any chemical-synthetic aids and rely on the power of nature to produce our vegetables. In our farm shop, you'll find a variety of vegetables that not only taste good but also reflect the character of our surroundings. Our carrots, our pride, are just one example of the care we put into our products. For years, we have been able to hoe with centimeter precision and water precisely when necessary, thanks to our special hoe tractor.
Solar Energy
After the Fukushima disaster, we knew we had to take personal action. With the help of colleagues and friends, we installed solar panels on our barn in December 2011. Since early 2012, our solar panels have been producing around the amount of electricity we consume each year.
