Nice beaches and sweet mangos – these equate to Guimaras. An island province sandwiched between Panay and Negros. Thought to be barren, it has become an agricultural island with mangos, cashews, calamansi planted in its land. Interested farmers ( global definition, not the Filipino impoverished picture) grabbed the opportunity to buy and develop their own farms. And with hectares of plantations most notably mango plantations, Agro-tourism in Guimaras is being promoted with visiting and engaging in farming as one of the activities and attractions of Guimaras.
One of these is Guimaras Wonder’s Farm in Aloguisoc, Jordan. Prior to our visit, I contacted the owner, Rose Griesser to accommodate your travel writer as well as my friends. There are many farms in Guimaras but the main distinction of Guimaras Wonder’s Farm is that they are into organic farming.
So join me as I recall our lovely organic farm tour in Guimaras..
Mrs. Rose welcomed us with a smile. One of the first things we saw in the farm. Naturally fed chickens. Outside their fence are sili plants (hot peppers) both local and Thai for deworming..Cool!
The whole property covers, 8 hectares – 7 hectares for plants and other fruit trees and 1 hectare for their forest. They have 600 mango trees. Organically grown. Pesticide-free.
Local berry plant that is common in Guimaras Island
My travel buddies..Junalie ( in green), Pierra and JohnRev ( visit his travel blog Lagaone)
I read one review about Guimaras Wonder’s Farm that it is poorly maintained. I thought about it, when we sat foot. They need some weeding but as we explored and learned that they are into organic farming, it all made sense. They collect the dry leaves for composting, natural fertilizers and balanced eco-systems -ig, worms and all. Visitors must be aware that this is a farm not a Guimaras attraction that resembles a farm.
So nice to see these creatures
We went downhill and saw these lovely lillies. They just had their tilapia pond.
Then going back, pineapples. They also produce pineapple jams
Squash!
All of us were in awe as Mrs. Rose walk us around their farm. You can feel her passion in farming that I asked her if she holds a degree in Agriculture or Biology. She just gave us a sweet laugh and told us that she just love farming. She wanted to study Agriculture but her parents disapproved. Lucky for her to meet a man who also grew in farms in his native Austria.
Mr. Griesser’s bonsai
And the best part of our trip. Haha!. Tea time! Ginger tea with honey. Locally called salabat but the ginger tea they served is not as hot as our salabat but I found it “mentholy”. Refreshing drink after an hour of walking.
Love the bread with soft cheese smeared with Guimaras Wonder’s Farm Orange Jam. Yum! yum!
Sweet Valencia oranges!
One of the products of Guimaras Wonder’s Farm. Organic Mango Jam, Mango Jam, Pineapple Jam, Mango-Pineapple Jam, Orange Jam, Eggplant Pickles, etc.
Thank you Mr and Mrs. Griesser! We had a great time in your farm and we learned a lot. It was nice to meet someone who is very passionate in what they do. Till then!
How to get there
From Jordan port, hire a tricycle and just tell them you are going to Guimaras Wonder’s Farm. Rate is 120php, one-way. Landmark is ABS-CBN control station.
Contact:Rose Griesser +63 0917 326 1142.
Entrance: 50Php for adults, 10Php for children.
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