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06/05/2024 - 09:32

We reached out to Loïc Delhaye, a landscape architect and frequent patron, to delve into his career journey and his exploration of TerraCottem. Since last November, Belgium and its neighbouring nations have been grappling with unrelenting rainfall, which has saturated the soil, complicating the use of heavy machinery on worksites. Nevertheless, this challenge presents a silver lining: it affords more office time. This period has provided Loïc with the opportunity to advance his research and reinvent his approach, enabling him to innovate within his field.

03/04/2024 - 12:31

Cora and Marcel Achterberg are passionate gardeners from Zeewolde, the Netherlands. Together, they established GildenGroen, a family enterprise infused with a deep sense of social responsibility. Their unwavering dedication to sustainability and craftsmanship led them to be crowned as the “Most Sustainable Gardener of the Netherlands” in 2022. Engaging in a delightful conversation with this dynamic duo, we delved into topics ranging from sustainability practices to the invaluable benefits of TerraCottem and beyond.

07/03/2024 - 21:04

In early 2019, I received a call from Pamela Peeters. She inquired if we, at TerraCottem BV, would be interested in joining an expert panel focused on four ecosystems: water, air, forest, and soil. Pamela had initiated the “Eco Hero Challenge” youth project and was seeking the involvement of a soil expert. Her infectious enthusiasm instantly won me over. Fast forward four years, and a multitude of developments have unfolded since then…

19/02/2024 - 08:36

Bio-corridors are being planted throughout the Czech Republic as a measure to prevent wind erosion. Until the period following World War II, Czechoslovakia was characterized by privately owned farms. However, with the advent of communist rule in 1948, the government transitioned to a planned economy, leading to the nationalisation of approximately 95% of the land. This shift saw farms and woodlands reorganized into large agricultural expanses. Consequently, the elimination of hedges and small woodland areas, which previously segmented the private farms, led to significant soil erosion.

26/12/2023 - 09:32

As we near the end of our celebration year, we'd like to shine a spotlight on Gilbert Vangampelaere, one of our early staff members who retired six years ago. Gilbert played a crucial role as our first Production Manager, even before the TerraCottem company was born. Throughout his time with us, Gilbert showcased an impressive range of skills, both in his professional role and in his personal life. He's not just a retired pro; he's also a talented artist, writer, poet, and more.