2nd international prize for innovation Agriculture (SIC Report)
Set in beautifully scenic countryside in Carrazedo de Montenegro near the Padrela mountains, the Quinta d'Alagoa is spread over 70 hectares (about 170 acres) of farm and woodland. Chestnut, olive and vine are the main crops.
All produce is organically grown and certified by SOCERT, the Portuguese Organic Quality Control entity. Amidst fields and woods, the farm buildings of unusual historical and cultural value are an excellent example of rustic architecture.
The old farmhouse, labourers lodgings, barn and other outhouses have been restored and adapted for agrotourism. The farm is a member of TER (Turismo no Espaço Rural – Rural Tourism Association).
ACTIVITIES
PHOTOGRAFIC RAID
The Agricultural House Alagoa, in partnership with some members of Portuguese Magazine Olhares, usually hold a small photographic raid, in Quinta d'Alagoa and the surrounding area, with the title "TRÁS OS MONTES – NATURAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE. This event is held on a date to disclose in order to add some lovers of photography and members of Magazine Olhares, for holding a meeting of organic farming.
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BIRDS WATCHING IN QUINTA DA ALAGOA
Was released one survey and classification of the birds from Quinta da Alagoa this spring of 2007. The complete list is available here.
COLLECT OF WILD MUSHROOMS
The Quinta da Alagoa provides for groups of 12 people, trained in a "gathering, classification and preparation of wild mushrooms". Pre-registration at reservas@alagoa.net.
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AWARD IN INTERNATIONAL CONTEST
Casa Agrícola D'Alagoa was award a prize in the International contest "Agricultores Sobresalientes en Diverficación Agraria" - Silleda market - Santiago de Compostela - Spain.
THE QUINTA D’ALAGOA HAS BEEN INCLUDED IN THE 2006 EDITION OF THE "HÔTELS ET MAISON D'HÔTES DE CHARME - PORTUGAL"
Casa Agrícola D'Alagoa, as rural turism project, are included in 2006 edition of "Hôtels et maisons d'hôtes de charme au Portugal".
NEW GUIDEBOOKS AND VIDEOS OF THE FARM
Guidebooks and leaflets to explore the area surrounding the farm are available. For more information please click on sightseeing.
2 short video films of the Quinta have been produced, available in downloads.
MAKING OLIVE OIL
On the 18 & 19 December, following all the certified organic procedures, the olives from the farm will be pressed to extract the oil.
LETTING TO COMPANIES
For companies or work groups the whole of the Quinta D’Alagoa can be rented, by arrangement and under special conditions. Please contact us by email for further information.
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WHAT THE PAPERS SAY
“ROTAS E DESTINOS” – PORTUGUESE TOURIST DESTINATION MAGAZINE
"Amongst other products, this organic farm produces grapes, olives and apples and has both a modern and a traditional ‘lagar’ (wine or oil press). It also has horses, cows, sheep and goats. The Quinta D’Alagoa (www.agroturismoalagoa.com), telephone number +351 228 320 900, is an agrotourism farm with 8 double bedrooms set in various converted farm buildings of typical rural architecture. It is located about 18Km from Valpaços, in the district of Vila Real (…)"
From "Rotas e Destinos", 3-2005.
ARTICLE IN “PÚBLICO” – DAILY NEWSPAPER
"(...)yellow and green strive for dominance, in a balanced struggle to colour the mountains in dual tones. We stand at an altitude of 600 metres(...)
Like a living museum, the farm preserves the past, yet remains open to the present (...)
The farm house shows simplicity and discretion, as does the whole of the Quinta(...)"
From "Fugas", a section of "Público", 18-9-2004.
ARTICLE IN "JORNAL DE NOTÍCIAS" – DAILY NEWSPAPER
"At the Quinta D’Alagoa, in Valpaços, it’s often best to do nothing. Don’t even think. Just stop. Gaze around you and wait for the impulse to walk in the woods or take part in one of the many activities this organic farm has to offer, such as viewing the local breeds of cattle. If it seems too much work, you can always keep on doing nothing!"
From "Fugas", a section of "Público", 18-9-2004.
CASA AGRÍCOLA D'ALAGOA - Montenegro, Lda.
Quinta d'alagoa - Santa Maria de Émeres, 5445 - Carrazedo de Montenegro Tel: 228 320 900 - Tlm: 967 251 573 - Fax: 228 320 902 http://www.alagoa.net