Biohof Klass is a Bioland-certified organic farm, located 60 kilometres off Berlin in the village of Wiesenhagen. The farm focuses on climate-positive production and circular economy approaches. Various arable crops and potatoes are cultivated in an integrated system, including chicken rearing and on-farm compost management, cover-cropping and conservation tillage.
Address
Biohof Sebastian Klass
Platz der Jugend 13
14959 Trebbin
Schedule
| 08:30 | Meeting and Distribution of Lunch Packages at Konferenzzentrum, Mauerstr. 27 10117 Berlin |
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| 09:00 | Departure |
| 10:00 | Arrival at Biohof Klass and Welcome Address from the Farm Manager |
| 10:15 | 1st Station: Circular Economy – Addressing the Challenge of an Open Nutrient Cycle Current Practical Solutions: Mobile Chicken Coop & Compost Management Including: Examination of a Sandy Soil Profile (Low Groundwater) |
| 11:00 | 2nd Station: Gentle Soil Cultivation on Sensitive Sites – Balancing Care with Effective Weed Management Intercropping Adapted to Seasonal Conditions Including: Visits to Nearby Fields & Fertiliser Management |
| 12:00 | 3rd Station: The Challenge of Changing Soil Types and Their Impact on Farming Practices Explained Through Two Soil Profiles Comparing: The Previously Seen Sandy Site with a Groundwater-Adjacent, Clay-Rich Sand Site Featuring Intercropping |
| 13:00 | Return to Berlin City Centre (Possible Stopover at BER Airport) |
| 14:15 | Arrival at Konferenzzentrum Mauerstr. 27, 10117, Berlin |
Subject to change without notice.
The organic farm Gut&Bösel is located around 90 kilometres from Berlin in the village of Briesen and is part of the ‚HumusKlimaNetz‘, a model and demonstration project for humus build-up and preservation in arable soils funded by the Federal Minister of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity (BMLEH). Gut&Bösel is a pioneer in regenerative agriculture, situated in an area of rather poor and sandy soils. The farm established a syntropic agroforestry system, and is engaged in the holistic management of pastures, as well as composting, intercropping and conservation tillage.
Address
Gut&Bösel
Schlossstraße 32
15518 Briesen (Mark)
Schedule
| 08:30 | Meeting and Distribution of Lunch Packages at Konferenzzentrum, Mauerstr. 27, 10117 Berlin |
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| 09:00 | Departure |
| 10:30 | Arrival at Gut&Bösel and Welcome Address by the Farm Manager |
| 10:45 | 1st Station: Visit of an Agroforestry Facility and Tree Nursery |
| 11:30 | 2nd Station: Compost Processing |
| 12:15 | 3rd Station: Tillage |
| 13:00 | Return to Berlin City Centre (Possible Stopover at BER Airport) |
| 15:00 | Arrival at Konferenzzentrum Mauerstr. 27, 10117, Berlin |
Subject to change without notice.
Agrargenossenschaft Groß Machnow eG (AG GM) is located about 40 kilometres south of Berlin and is part of the HumusKlimaNetz. AG GM demonstrates how conventional farms can play a vital role in climate and nature protection. Besides its engagement for soil organic matter formation and soil conservation, AG GM is actively involved in peatland protection and wetland conservation.
Address
Agrargenossenschaft Groß Machnow eG
Mittenwalder Str. 6
15834 Rangsdorf OT Groß Machnow
Schedule
| 08:30 | Meeting and Distribution of Lunch Packages at Konferenzzentrum, Mauerstr. 27 10117 Berlin |
|---|---|
| 09:00 | Departure |
| 10:00 | Arrival at Agrargenossenschaft Groß Machnow and Welcome Address by the Farm Manager |
| 10:15 | 1st Station: Tour of the Farmyard and Introduction to the Agrargenossenschaft Große Machnow Including Information on Our Operations: Conventional and Organic Arable Farming, Grassland Management, Renewable Energy, Beef Cattle and Pig Breeding, and Farm Shop |
| 11:00 | 2nd Station: Bus Tour to Demonstration Sites of the HumusKlimaNetz-Project Including Cover Crops, a Carbon Farming Plough Demonstration Plot, and a Field Growing Silphium (Perennial Energy Crop) |
| 12:00 | 3rd Station: A Tour of the Biogas Plant Including Information on the Plant's Role within a Sustainable Circular Economy System |
| 13:00 | Return to Berlin City Centre (Possible Stopover at BER Airport) |
| 15:00 | Arrival at Konferenzzentrum Mauerstr. 27, 10117, Berlin |
Subject to change without notice.
