A visit to the Dottenfelder Hof
Where does organic really start? Organic doesn’t just start with the finished product – it starts much earlier: with the seed. This is why we have been supporting the Zukunftsstiftung Landwirtschaft Saatgutfonds (seed fund), which supports organic plant cultivation, for many years and with conviction.
One of the farms supported by this fund is the Dottenfelder Hof near Frankfurt. And that’s exactly where we recently visited with a small team.
Organic seed breeding
Kathrin and Carl, who are working on the development of new organic seeds at Dottenfelder Hof, gave us a warm welcome and an insight into their work and life on the farm. Together with their team, they dedicate themselves to a challenging task: breeding seed that really strengthens organic farming – robust, adaptable and, of course, GMO-free.
Instead of relying on high-performance varieties from the laboratory, organic breeding is based on diversity, location adaptation and long-term observation. It is a craft that requires knowledge, patience and a deep respect for nature.
Why this is important
As an organic producer, we know this: Only with a healthy, natural origin is it possible to produce food that we can offer with a good conscience. When we opt for organic ingredients, this journey begins with the selection of the seeds – and this is precisely why the work carried out on farms such as Dottenfelder Hof is so crucial.
Organic seed means:
- more independence from corporations and patents
- greater variety instead of one-size-fits-all
- better adapted plants for organic farming
No good baked goods without good seeds
We are impressed by the care, passion and knowledge that goes into breeding. And we are grateful to be able to make a contribution to this valuable work through the Saatgutfonds.
Because at the end of the day, without good seeds – no good baked goods.
Find out more:
If you would like to find out more about the Saatgutfonds, the Zukunftstiftung Landwirtschaft or the Dottenfelder Hof, you can find more information here:
👉 www.zukunftsstiftung-landwirtschaft.de
👉 www.dottenfelderhof.de
We will also be telling you more about the Saatgutfonds and organic seed breeding in upcoming posts.