Cultivation projects

Aromatic plants are more than just the heart of our favorite raw materials—for us, they are also bridges between cultures, countries, and people. Behind every drop of essential oil are people whose passion and tireless work make these treasures possible.

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EgyptJasmine, neroli, etc.

Essential oils touch. For us, their value is measured not only by their effect, but also by the promise that every drop holds: for quality, for responsibility, and for the future. This fragrant journey to Egypt demonstrates what this means in concrete terms.

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Spain Cistrose

The careful wild collection of cistrose (also known as cistus, or rockrose) guarantees true sustainability. Its collection and processing are an important source of income in the economically weak region of Andalusia and a livelihood for many families.

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Southern France Wild mountain lavender

A journey into the hills of the Cévennes is always a journey into farfalla history. The oldest farfalla project connects us with the Femmes des Cévennes – a partnership built on respect, knowledge, and friendship for over 40 years.

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Madagascar Ravintsara, ylang ylang, pink pepper and others

Madagascar – a biodiversity hotspot, a mecca for aromatic plants, and one of the poorest countries in the world. Here, farfalla is a partner in an organic Fairtrade project in the tropical, humid north of the island that sustainably supports an entire region.

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Italy - Piedmont Immortelle, lavender, fennel, etc

From cultivation to harvesting and distillation, this cooperative in Piedmont works according to the strict guidelines of biodynamic farming.

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Italy - Calabria Bergamot

Bergamot grows under unique climatic conditions on the Ionian coast. Traditional cultivation takes place on a 150-km-long strip of land, always with a view of Mount Etna.

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Iran Persian rose

At an altitude of 3,000 meters in the Lalehzar Valley, damask roses thrive far away from industrial pollution and environmental toxins. With "Roses instead of Poppies," the cooperative is committed to a sustainable future for the farmers.

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Australia Sandalwood

Australian sandalwood is deeply rooted in Aboriginal culture and history. The award-winning sandalwood project ensures indigenous communities a fair share in the value creation.

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Nepal HimalayasSpikenard

The sustainable collection of organically certified spikenard in Nepal, at an altitude of 3000 to 4000m, is essential because the plant is endangered due to habitat loss and overharvesting.

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CongoRose geranium

A hopeful and ambitious organic project on war-scorched land that opens up new perspectives for an entire region through the cultivation and processing of aromatic plants.

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Switzerland - Uster Lavender, peppermint

Not far from the farfalla headquarters in Uster, we cultivate our own fields of lavender and peppermint. Our agricultural partner is the Wagerenhof Foundation, a social institution for people with disabilities.