What The Barn Project Is All About
The Barn is more than just a network of bio markets—it’s a movement towards affordable, sustainable food directly from producers who truly care. The idea? To make healthy, eco-friendly products accessible to everyone, without the fuss. By working closely with passionate producers and offering a wide range of everyday items, The Barn creates a space where quality meets fairness. It’s about supporting sustainable production economically and ecologically, ensuring that both the planet and the people behind the food thrive. Curious? Dive deeper into their story and discover the markets in Brussels and Antwerp.
The Main Benefit: Affordable, Sustainable Food for All
At the heart of The Barn’s mission is a simple but powerful goal: help as many people as possible eat well and sustainably. Here’s what makes it tick:
- High volumes in-store allow producers to sell a large part of their harvest.
- Fair prices that respect production costs—no shortcuts here.
- Permanent covered markets in key locations like Brussels and Antwerp.
- Close partnerships with producers who share a passion for preserving nature.
- A wide range of everyday products offered simply and raw, keeping things real.
Meet the Producers and Their Passion
One of the most beautiful parts of The Barn’s work? The connections with producers. The Barn’s teams spend a lot of time visiting farms, chatting with partners, and exchanging ideas. It’s not just business—it’s a shared passion for sustainable food and nature preservation. These relationships build trust and ensure that every product on the shelves has a story and a soul behind it.
Discover the Markets and Their Unique Vibes
The Barn’s markets aren’t just places to shop—they’re vibrant hubs where community and sustainability meet. Whether it’s The Barn Etterbeek, Saint-Gilles, Ixelles, or the Antwerp locations like Antwerpen-Zuid and Berchem, each market has its own unique energy. Open regularly (though heads up: Brussels is closed on Saturday 1/11, while Antwerp is open 10 AM to 4 PM that day), these covered markets invite everyone to explore, taste, and connect.
What’s on the Menu? Healthy and Gourmet Recipes
Eating sustainably doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor. The Barn partners with Wesh Food to bring you recipes that are both healthy and delicious. Fancy a Spring Orzo Salad? Or maybe a Lentil Strawberry Feta Salad? How about an Artichoke Spread? These recipes are designed to inspire and delight, making it easy to enjoy gourmet meals with wholesome ingredients. Check out all the recipes and get cooking!
The Barn’s Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger – promoting access to nutritious food for all.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – supporting sustainable food systems.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – encouraging ecological production methods.
- SDG 15: Life on Land – preserving biodiversity through sustainable farming.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – fair prices that respect producers’ costs.
Stay Connected and Explore More
Want to learn more or get involved? The Barn offers plenty of ways to connect. From visits to producers to discovering their full range of markets, recipes, and stories, there’s always something new to explore. Plus, follow them on social media—Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest—to keep up with the latest news and tasty ideas. Payment is easy too, with options like Bancontact, Mastercard, Visa, and even Ecocheques. So, when will you join the Barners?
