Certified production process
Quality as a form of sustainability
What we do
Our commitment as producers
As a farm, our goal has always been to produce high-quality fruits and vegetables while addressing sustainability by reducing waste and protecting our land. Our commitment extends across the entire production process: Our commitment extends across the entire production process:
• We use only responsible agricultural practices: Each variety is cultivated following a certified production process.
• Our seeds and plants come from nurseries certified by the Common Market under national regulations and are GMO-free.
• We apply sustainable production methods and tools.
• We use eco-friendly and recyclable labels and packaging.
• We invest in an innovative processing laboratory with a vacuum cooking system that preserves the natural flavor and color of fruits and vegetables.
• We ensure full transparency in labeling.
• We respect our consumers by delivering products that are both authentic and sustainable.
Respect
for plants
Loving the time of nature
Respecting plants and ensuring sustainability within the entire orchard system are fundamental principles for responsible and long-term cultivation.
We care for our plants with mindfulness and dedication, using eco-friendly agricultural practices that maintain natural balance and preserve the soil, surrounding envi
ronment, and fruit and vegetable production.
Key principles of our farm:
• No herbicides used in our agriculture
• Respect for plants and their natural cycles
• Protection of bees and the ecosystem
• Hand-harvested fruits, selected at peak physiological ripeness
• Hand-picked fruits, for a true product selection
• Drip irrigation system, connected to a basin at the foot of the hill, ensuring fruit trees receive just the right amount of water, avoiding waste
• Use of manure as a natural fertilizer
• Thinning practices to prevent overproduction and support plant health
• Careful selection of sloped farmland to prevent water stagnation at the base of the trees
The certified production process, an ethical choice in our
work
Safety, product quality, sustainability, and environmental respect are fundamental to our philosophy. This is why we voluntarily adhere to the GLOBAL GAP and SQNPI certification protocols for integrated farming, ensuring full traceability of all our products. We are committed to cultivating our products using agronomic techniques that respect both the environment and human health, providing consumers with safe, sustainable, and high-quality produce.
Respect for the environment
The land: a heritage to preserve and p
rotect
At Podere Francesco, we are committed to defending nature while ensuring sustainability throughout our entire production process. Our facility, where we process and store our farm’s products, is energy self-sufficient, thanks to the use of renewable energy sources.
We also care for the planet’s future through our packaging choices, opting for: • 100% recyclable metal and glass • Biodegradable and compostable paper, certified UNI EN 13432
Respect for people
Sustainability and social responsibility
At Podere Francesco, we are committed not only to the environment and consumer needs but also to the well-being of the people who work with us every day. We have been recognized by AGRIcoltura100 for our contributions to local communities, offering: • Stable and high-quality employment opportunities • Facilitated access and training for young people • Support for women in the workforce, ensuring rights protection and promoting a healthy work-life balance
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