Ekološka Kmetija Bem

Ekološka kmetija BEM Sabadin began planting olive trees in 1980 on the Strmec hillside above Koper, Slovenia, initially as an amateur endeavour for personal use. By 1992, 360 trees had been established, but a 1996 frost necessitated replanting, leading to the cultivation of around 800 trees of various varieties to date. The operation has since developed a professional dimension, with olive oil marketed under the family brand BEM, derived from the initials of Boris, Elvis, and Matej, representing three generations. The farm adheres to organic production standards certified by the EU and holds a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, ensuring cultivation and processing occur within the same geographical area.

The farm is located at Izletniška pot 50, 6000 Koper, in the coastal Karst region of Slovenian Istria. Contact can be made via email at bem@siol.net or by phone at 041 716 960 (Elvis Sabadin) or 041 633 774 (Boris Sabadin).

Annual national and international awards recognise the quality of their extra virgin olive oils, including varieties such as Belica, Cuvée, and rosemary infused options. Their Belica variety has been recognised in the Slow Food Italia Guide, and the farm has received multiple awards at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition. The farm also offers a special Cuvée Christmas Limited edition each year.

Visitors are welcome to explore the farm and enjoy tastings of their extra virgin olive oils. The farm operates an online shop offering their full range of products including extra virgin olive oils, marinated olives, olive spreads, liqueurs, flavoured salts, and gift boxes.