Drumul Fructelor (Pick Your Own Fruits) is an innovative concept for the Republic of Moldova, an initiative aimed at developing a new distribution channel for local farmers, as well as to develop agricultural tourism. This practice that provides people access to farmer’s plantations, has already been used successfully in various regions of the world. Visitors have the opportunity to pick their own fruits and pay for them directly to the farmer. This is a pleasant experience for the whole family which also promotes a healthy lifestyle. The main goal of this initiative is to create a communication bridge between consumers and producers, thereby providing the latter a little support.
Pick Up Your Own Fruits
Everyone, whether he is a citizen of Moldova or a foreigner, will get personally in contact with local agricultural producers to agree to a possible visit. During these visits, consumers have the opportunity to get to know the farmer, learn the story of his business, which varieties are grown, how are they processed, what are the best ways to consume and store them. This process eliminates any suspicions because people pick their own fruits and vegetables, a guarantee that the products are fresh and natural.
Rules of conduct on the plantations:
- carefully follow the farmer's instructions;
- do not enter plantations or groves without permission;
- do not tear the leaves and the twigs;
- pick only the ripe fruits.
