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Žumberak's homemade products – Honey, Trout, Lavender and more!
Žumberak is known for its exceptional local products that come from the heart of nature. Here you can find high-quality products such as honey, trout, lavender and nuts. Each of these families involved in production carries specific traditions and a passion for preserving natural resources and providing top-quality products.
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Žumberak honey from the Balić family The Balić family has been engaged in beekeeping since 2008. With a lot of effort and love for nature, they have won numerous medals for their honey, including gold and silver medals. They produce acacia and chestnut honey, propolis and gingerbread. The whole family is involved in this business, and the youngest member, Nikolas, is already showing great knowledge about beekeeping.
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The best trout from the heart of Žumberak – Ribnjaci Vrabac Tomo Vrabac left a secure job in Zagreb to devote himself to trout farming in Žumberak. His ponds, located in the clear waters of this mountain range, grow Californian, brown and salmon trout. Along with his passion for fishing, Tomo takes care of water quality and farming technology, which results in exceptionally high-quality fish.
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Lavender from Kašt The Rađenović family from Kaštë grows lavender, which is known for its specific scent and medicinal properties. Lavender is used in the pharmaceutical industry, cosmetics, and even in cooking. They offer lavender products such as essential oil and dried flowers, which are in great demand on the market.
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OPG Car – Walnut oil from Žumberak In addition to honey and trout, Žumberak also offers quality nut oils, and the Car family specializes in the production of nut oil, which stands out for its rich aroma and health properties.
These families provide authentic products, and through their work they preserve tradition and love for nature. If you are looking for local products, be sure to visit Žumberak and enjoy its riches.
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1 Reply
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It's a pleasure to hear about these exceptional family businesses in Žumberak! This region clearly offers top-notch local produce, and supporting local OPGs is a great way to enjoy healthy, natural products. Žumberak honey is definitely at the top of my list, and trout and lavender also sound like something I'd like to try. Also, the Balić family deserves every compliment for their success in beekeeping, and it's interesting to see how the whole family, including Nikola, gets involved in the business. I look forward to my next visit to Žumberak!
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