Producers Who Are Good for the Soil
Conscious Cultivation for a Sustainable Future
Our network of soil-conscious producers is growing. That's why we want to introduce a few of them to you.
In collaboration with Ruhe Visits, we visit selected restaurants and producers who stand out for their particularly soil-conscious work. We share their stories, explore unique places, experience their products up close, and get to know the people behind the scenes. Join us on this delicious journey of discovery!
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Producers Who Are Good for the SoilHof Rinderbrunnen
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The Soil-Conscious Producers Guide
To connect restaurateurs with producers and showcase sustainable farming opportunities to farmers, we are launching our database of Soil to Soul producers.
A carefully curated list of producers who protect the soil, operate sustainably, and produce regionally. Perfect for anyone who values conscious enjoyment and wants to know where their food truly comes from.
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Brennessel Lindau
Vegetables, Fruit, Berries, Mushrooms
Brennnessel Lindau is a young, passionate agricultural project focused on organic vegetable farming. Spread across seven hectares of land, they combine market gardening with regenerative farming methods to ensure a diverse and sustainable harvest – all with great care and craftsmanship. Their vegetables are sold directly, including through a vegetable subscription and at the weekly market in Pfäffikon ZH. -
Fromagerie des Reussilles SA
Dairy products
The Fromagerie des Reussilles offers a variety of regional products. The focus is on producing high-quality cheese from good milk, where traditional methods and manual labor play an important role. The Fromagerie's store is located next to the production facilities, which enables the direct sale of their products. -
Idea Salentina
Mozzarella
Idea Salentina means «Idea from Salento», the southern tip of Puglia. Even as a child, Roberto De Matteis loved the fresh mozzarella from this region. This passion has never left him. His heart beats for craftsmanship, high quality, local production and the incomparable taste. The milk used in his dairy comes from the surrounding area. He personally chooses his producers - he is very particular about how the animal has been treated, what it has eaten and what breed it is. -
Swissnuss
Wallnuts
This cooperative of farmers from the cantons of Graubünden, St. Gallen and Lucerne produces, cracks and sorts Swiss walnuts. Its unique cracking facility and modern optical sorting system guarantee the high quality of its products. Swiss Nuss focuses on short transport routes, preserving the cultural landscape and promoting biodiversity. -
Biobeck Lehmann
Bread
Since 1976, Lehmans Bakery has been using only high-quality organic ingredients. They bake their bread and pastries according to old artisan traditions, with a modern spirit and great passion. And the wholemeal flour they use is freshly ground every day. Maintaining an open dialogue with their producers is of paramount importance to them. -
Forellen Glauser
Fish
It takes 2 to 3 years from egg to table trout. The Glauser family raises the fish for this long in the Bachsertal valley in Zurich. They also sell other fish from Lake Zurich and delicacies from their own smokehouse. To ensure the best quality, they started breeding their trout according to Bio Suisse guidelines back in 2001. -
Braukunst
Beer
Their beers are brewed in Bern's Galgenfeld district with great passion for the cult drink itself and at least as much enthusiasm for the craft. In addition to the various classics, they also offer a selection of beer specialities. Braukunst values local ingredients in order to shorten transport routes and support local agriculture. -
SlowGrow GmbH
Vegetables, cereals, flour, speciality crops
SlowGrow is a pioneer in regenerative agriculture in eastern Switzerland. It pursues a holistic approach and aims to improve soil fertility and promote biodiversity in the long term. A key component of its farming methods is mosaic farming, where different crops are grown in a complex system. -
Ingredienza
Pasta
Founded in 1989, the Bernese pasta factory is a proud pioneer of the Swiss pasta industry. Its delicious pasta, ravioli, gnocchi, pressed pasta and vegan ravioli embody tradition, innovation and freshness, and are appreciated throughout Switzerland. -
Koa
Cocoafruit juice
Since 2017, Koa has been producing high-quality cocoa fruit juice from previously unused cocoa pulp. This helps reduce food waste by up to 40%, increases the income of cocoa farmers, and creates new jobs in rural areas of Ghana. Through their partnership with Koa, farmers gain valuable knowledge and receive payment on the same day of production -
Biohof Schüpfenried
Vegetables, fruit, dairy products, meat, eggs
The Schüpfenried organic farm in Bern's Uettligen offers a living and working community, apprenticeships, a farm shop and a farm restaurant. The focus is on organic farming and the promotion of community and education. In addition to fresh vegetables, the farm offers a wide range of home-made products. -
Gut Rheinau
Vegetables, fruit, dairy products, meat, bread, eggs
Gut Rheinau is a biodynamic farm with a holistic approach to agriculture. Located in the Rhine valley, the farm produces a variety of high-quality products and reinvests its profits in soil health and animal welfare. Gut Rheinau is also actively involved in research and developing innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture. -
Kollektiv Waldheim
Vegetables, fruit
On about four hectares, the collective practices soil-friendly, vegan farming, with a focus on soil fertility. Through plowless soil cultivation, mulch vegetable farming, and a variety of cover crops, they promote a vibrant soil ecosystem. -
Weingut Lenz
Wine
For over 30 years, Roland and Karin Lenz have been passionately managing Switzerland’s largest biodynamic winery. They focus on sustainable practices, fungus-resistant grape varieties (PIWIs), and mixed cultivation to support biodiversity. Their commitment has earned them numerous awards, including being named 'Organic Winemakers of the Year.' -
EvKoLadi
Olive oil
Harvested starting in October and reaching Switzerland by December, this fresh organic olive oil comes from 80 trees that surround a small house in the Greek village of Lachanada. Since 2017, it’s been making its way to Central Europe each year. Eva und Koni also work with a trusted local producer whose olive oil is prized for its exceptionally high polyphenol content. -
Feldhof
Vegetables, fruit
Demeter certified and cooperatively managed for more than 30 years. The Feldhof is located near Lake Constance and supplies high-quality vegetables and fruit all year round. Its goal is to create a vibrant farm organism through the diversity and interaction of vegetable cultivation and animal husbandry. -
Amiata
Wine
Amiata is all about high-quality organic wines crafted in harmony with nature. The team is committed to biodynamic farming, nurturing healthy soils and producing authentic wines. With passion and expertise, they curate selections that express the pure character of both the land and the grape. -
Biohof Böhler
Vegetables, Legumes, Grains, Herbs
Klaus and Monika, together with their children, share a passion for plant diversity as well as for the health of the soil. As a nature-connected family, they rely on biodynamic farming and cultivate a wide variety of crops — including the green soybean edamame, which is grown by only a few farms in Switzerland. -
Eigenbrötler
Bread
Wauwiler Bakery produces its breads and baked goods following time-honored traditions and using natural leavening methods. Their sourdough and pre-ferments are made with locally grown grains and fruits, along with dairy products sourced from certified organic farms in the region. The added value lies in their guaranteed handcrafted production that respects natural and ecological principles. -
Pico
Organic food
Since 1997, Pico Lebensmittel AG has been connecting regional organic producers with consumers. With a diverse range of over 4,000 organic and seasonal products, the company supplies restaurants, care homes, and neighborhood shops. Fair pricing, sustainability, and support for small-scale farming are at the heart of everything they do. -
Jumi
Milk products
At this Bernese family-run cheesery, a variety of cheeses are crafted from fresh raw milk. The milk is delivered daily from nearby farms, while young Omoso cattle grow up naturally on the farm’s rolling pastures. The animals live outdoors year-round, are fed with homegrown Swiss fodder, and are raised in a mother-calf system – completely without antibiotics or hormones. -
EggField
Egg alternatives
EggField is a Zurich-based food tech start-up that develops plant-based egg alternatives for the food industry and gastronomy sector. Its products are made from natural ingredients such as aquafaba derived from legumes and are free from soy and artificial additives. They offer the functional properties of eggs—such as binding, foaming, and emulsifying—in a sustainable and allergen-free form. -
Metzgerei Zanetti
Meat, sausage
Metzgerei Zanetti is a traditional family-run business from the Puschlav region with a history spanning over 100 years. The company specializes in regional meat and game-meat delicacies. Sourced from the highlands of Poschiavo, their products reflect natural freshness and artisanal quality. These are crafted in a modern production facility in Ramosch, using time-honored recipes and ingredients supplied by local farmers and hunters. Their game specialties and the renowned Mortadella di Poschiavo are especially popular. Zanetti is also an active member of the graubündenVIVA network, which represents the finest culinary products of the region. -
Brauerei Ferment
Soy sauce
Founded in Basel in 2018, this unique Swiss brewery—led by microbiologist Caroline Kulangara and her husband—crafts soy sauces using traditional Japanese Koji fermentation with organic Swiss ingredients. Steamed soybeans and roasted wheat are inoculated with Aspergillus oryzae to create koji, which then ferments slowly in brine for over a year, developing a delicate balance of sweetness, saltiness, bitterness, acidity, and umami. Their dedication to quality and craftsmanship results in a soy sauce that embodies both scientific precision and a deep love for Japanese culinary tradition. -
pureTaste
Ferments, vinegars
PureTaste is an innovative fermentation manufactory based in Basel, founded in 2017 by Matteo Leoni and Petra Körner. They specialize in refining regional organic ingredients through fermentation, without using artificial preservatives or flavor additives. Their range includes vegan charcuterie, kimchi, fermented seasonings, and vinegars. PureTaste combines traditional fermentation techniques with modern culinary approaches, emphasizing sustainability and reducing food waste. -
TUYU TOFU
Tofu, kongbizi, soy milk
TUYU TOFU is a Basel-based tofu producer founded in 2020 by Jinhee Park from South Korea, her husband Thomas Heiber, and his sister Marlene Labhart. They craft high-quality organic tofu using Swiss soybeans, with a strong focus on sustainability and local ingredients. In addition to traditional tofu varieties, they offer silken tofu, smoked tofu, kongbizi (soy pulp), and homemade soy milk. Their products are available in reusable containers to minimize waste. -
Gärtnerei Hoch-Reinhard
Vegetables
Hoch-Reinhard Nursery in Fischingen, Germany, is a family-run business with a long-standing tradition, now in its third generation. The company has been committed to organic farming since 1979. Across approximately 50 hectares of open fields, as well as in modern greenhouses and polytunnels, an impressive variety of crops is cultivated. A dedicated team of 60 to 80 employees ensures that fresh produce is available at local weekly markets, in the farm shop, and through a subscription service — also available to customers in nearby Switzerland. -
Jürg Truniger
Berries, truffle
Jürg and his team grow strawberries and cherries, among other things, and are expanding their offering with several truffle plantations that allow for the cultivation of six different truffle varieties. They've also converted part of their farmland into species-rich wildflower meadows to provide safe habitats for small animals, insects, birds, and wildlife. -
Gebrüder Meier
Vegetables
Gebrüder Meier Gemüsekulturen is an innovative family business based in Buchs, Zurich. The company grows over 40 varieties of fresh vegetables exclusively for the Swiss market, using sustainable cultivation methods. With ecological compensation areas, rainwater harvesting, beneficial insects, and waste heat from waste incineration, the company is committed to closing as many ecological loops as possible. -
Biohof Fluofeld
Vegetables, Fruit, Eggs, Meat
At Fluofelder Farm, high-quality organic food is produced. The farm offers a wide range of products to customers from across the region, from vegetables, fruit, and eggs to meat and homemade specialties. Beyond its role as a producer, the organic farm is also a valued employer, known for its respectful work environment and fair wages. It is also committed to training young people, helping to promote sustainable food production for the future. -
Annen Käserei
Dairy products
This award-winning cheesery in Schwyz, honored three times with the Swiss Cheese Awards, is located at 480 meters above sea level, nestled between Mount Rigi and the Mythen mountains on the shores of Lake Lauerz. Since 1912, they have been crafting their specialties using only natural ingredients. And always with fresh milk delivered daily from 12 local farms.
