🫒 Visit to Real Idanha – Regenerative Olive Groves

Join us for an immersive visit to Real Idanha, a pioneering project in regenerative agriculture located in the heart of Beira Baixa. Real Idanha produces Egitânea, an organic extra virgin olive oil made from a traditional blend of Galega, Bical, and Cordovil olives. These native varieties are cultivated across 180 hectares of dryland olive groves, where trees – some over a century old – thrive without irrigation or synthetic inputs. By integrating natural grazing, cover crops, and low-impact practices, Real Idanha restores soil health, prevents erosion, and promotes biodiversity, all while preserving cultural and ecological heritage.

📅 Date: July 29th

🕙 Time: 10:00–12:00 (WEST)

📍 Location: Idanha-a-Velha, Portugal

📌 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/d1EWy9sxPGCHLXaCA

🔗 Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/e/xBf2n2M6P4

Agenda & Highlights

10:00 – Welcome and Introduction

• History and vision behind Real Idanha
• Overview of the Egitânea olive oil brand

10:20 – Guided Tour of the Olive Groves

Presentation of local olive varieties and grove layout

Regenerative practices:

• Integration of livestock and natural grazing cycles
• Use of animal byproducts to enrich soil fertility
• Ground cover management for erosion control and carbon capture

11:15 – Exploring the Landscape’s Cultural Layers

• Visit to on-site archaeological excavations linking agriculture to regional heritage

11:45 – Q&A with the Team

• Discussion on challenges and opportunities in regenerative olive farming

12:00 – End of Visit

⚠️ All Visits have limited spots available, which will be allocated based on the order of registration.

For more information, please contact Soraia Silva (Project Manager at Food4Sustainability) : soraia.silva@food4sustainability.org