Cultivation at the S.Ă.L.V.I.E. Social Farm in Romania: growing an extraordinary future of inclusion
The S.Ă.L.V.I.E. Social Farm in Romania is our project devoted to sustainability and inclusion. The name S.Ă.L.V.I.E. is an acronym of Socializare, Ărmonie, Locuri de muncă, Viață Independentă, Incluziune, Educație, and it is also a tribute to sage (in Romanian, “salvie”), a medicinal plant that symbolises care and well-being.
Cultivating inclusion
Offering training and job opportunities to vulnerable people, supporting their path towards autonomy.
Producing well-being
Using sustainable farming practices to grow high-quality medicinal plants for the benefit of the community.
Promoting sustainability
Encouraging farming that values biodiversity and reduces environmental impact, in line with the One Health paradigm.
Techniques and choice of species for S.Ă.L.V.I.E. cultivation
Our farming approach protects the soil, makes the best use of resources and enhances biodiversity. These techniques guide cultivation at S.Ă.L.V.I.E. and the choice of our medicinal species.
Organic farming & permaculture
No chemical pesticides, using compost and natural remedies.
Targeted irrigation
Drip systems to reduce water waste.
Rotation & companion planting
Keeps the soil fertile and the ecosystem in balance.
Protecting biodiversity
Refuge areas for beneficial insects and micro-organisms.
Species grown
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, useful for oral and digestive health.
Refreshing and good for digestion, ideal for infusions and herbal preparations.
Known as St John’s wort, it supports emotional well-being.
Calming and aromatic, used in essential oils and relaxing herbal teas.
A traditional remedy to aid sleep and soothe gastrointestinal complaints.
Used in skin care and valued for its anti-inflammatory properties.
A natural source of active ingredients used in cardiology under strict medical supervision.
Spicy and antiseptic, used in cooking and in soothing herbal infusions.
Known for its calming and antispasmodic action, recommended for anxiety and insomnia.
Strengthens the immune system, useful in preventing seasonal illnesses.
The integrated environment and the services offered
Cultivation at S.Ă.L.V.I.E. is part of a wider ecosystem: we offer spaces for socialising and rehabilitation and training pathways that support social and work reintegration and personal development. Integration with Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) provides further therapeutic support, promoting the emotional and physical well-being of participants, in synergy with the One Health approach.
Related pillars
Gyerünk Project
The holistic framework that brings together care, training, inclusion and sustainability.
Training
Practical and theoretical skills for pathways to autonomy and work.
WISE – WorkValue
Ethical management, impact measurement and social and work inclusion.
Environmental sustainability
Regenerative farming practices to protect soil, water and biodiversity.
Processing
From raw material to extracts: traceable quality and added value.
Social inclusion
Personalised pathways in a safe and welcoming environment.
Further reading and useful resources
Farming guidelines
Quality and good practice for sustainable medicinal plant cultivation.
Conclusions: a project of cultivation and inclusion
Our integrated approach is based on a multidisciplinary team and on putting the person at the centre. The design of the spaces, in harmony with the landscape of Sălaj County, and the continuity of the service encourage a constant flow of learning and participation. Cultivation at S.Ă.L.V.I.E. is one of the pillars of our inclusive and sustainable supply chain: it reflects our ability to combine technical expertise, respect for nature and attention to people. It is much more than a farming activity: it is a means of creating lasting change and shared value.
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Gyerünk Project
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