Cote di mezzo
Società Agricola Eredi Grassi IN cotronei (Crotone)
ABOUT US
By three young members
Driven by the tradition that has tied their family to olive cultivation for nearly a century, the three young partners decide to invest in their land and future by creating the Agricultural Company "Cote di Mezzo" s.s. Tradition and innovation come together to form a company that pays homage to the history and culture passed down for generations while maintaining a strong connection to the present.
THE FARM
Among the olive trees overlooking the sea
The Agricultural Company "Cote di Mezzo" s.s. is located 500 meters above sea level, among the lush hills of Calabria. 4,500 ancient olive trees, cultivated in the cradle of ancient Magna Graecia, inspired the choice of the name for the first bottle of olive oil: "Aristeo." The characteristics of the production areas of our oil represent a "common heritage" and become an integral part of the local society. Olive cultivation in Calabria dates back to ancient times, as Pliny the Elder records in his Naturalis Historia, confirming the deep and inseparable connection with the surrounding territory and highlighting the unique traits that give olive cultivation undeniable features of uniqueness.
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WHAT WE DO
EVO oil and IAA interventions
The Agricultural Company "Cote di Mezzo" carries out two main activities: the production of extra virgin olive oil and animal-assisted interventions.
The oil is produced from the company's own olive trees, 100% Italian and cultivated exclusively under organic farming practices. "Cote di Mezzo," a company that prioritizes innovation and diversification, has decided to expand its horizons and activities by also focusing on social initiatives. It hosts a Specialized Center for Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI).
The Agricultural Company "Cote di Mezzo" s.s. offers the opportunity to witness the olive pressing process at the mill, allowing visitors to understand the entire olive oil production chain. After the olive pressing, guests can enjoy a snack in the traditional Calabrian style, using the freshly squeezed, still warm olive oil.
HOW WE WORK
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Our methods of oil processing and extraction are modern, ensuring a final product of excellent quality without ever interfering with tradition and authenticity.
We listen to the sea in the donkey's belly. In this activity, the assistant allows users to listen to the noise that the donkey's belly makes.
THE EXPERIENCE WE OFFER
Knowledge for three generations
Knowledge and work are the history of our family: The Agricultural Company "Cote di Mezzo" is the result of knowledge passed down through three generations.
This photo was taken during a playful activity at the end of a POR (Regional Operational Program) organized by the A. Volta Comprehensive Institute of Cotronei. In this photo, two donkeys, Minerva and Demetra, are depicted together with a user accompanied by the donkey's assistant and the expert from the educational farm.