Urtica de Vijfsprong

description of organisation

De Vijfsprong is a biodynamic farm. Besides cultivating vegetables and producing dairy products, the umbrella organization Urtica is mainly focussing in assisting people who need help to participate in the labour process. De Vijfsprong works according to biodynamic farming methods. The basic principle is the balance between plants, animals, earth and cosmos. De Vijfsprong strives for sustainable farming that results in products for people and animals that preserve natural resources. The staff of both organizations consists of people with psychosocial, sociotherapeutical and agricultural expertise and educational background. Urtica and de Vijfsprong supports both people with psychiatric and psychological problems and people with mental and physical disabilities.