BACK TO THE LAND Synopsis
Imagine Croatia as a land of successful, innovative and ecologically sustainable agriculture. Imagine the farmers as accomplished, positive and satisfied people. In spite of numerous challenges and difficulties, there are such visionaries in Croatia, people aware of its agricultural potential who invest their energy, effort and resources into developing it. Each episode of the documentary series Back to the Land presents these pioneers working in various types of agriculture. We learn about the philosophy of living on and off the land, the challenges, problems, persistence, effort, importance of family support and, ultimately, satisfaction which all the emotional, intellectual and financial investment brings to these people and their communities.
Back to the Land is the 1st Croatian TV Show which is officially certificated as a Green Production
certificated by: RINA Services and Green.Film
Season #01
Ep: #1 Ales Winkler
A former lawyer from Ljubljana, Slovenia, Ales Winkler bought a neglected estate dating back to the 14th century, Stancija Kumparicka. With his wife and two children, he changed his residence, language and job for the idea of living on the land and off the land. A quite natural series of steps made goats important co-residents of their estate, which lead to the idea of cheese-making. Today, about 200 goats live on Kumparicka estate, and a modern cheese dairy produces high quality unpasteurized cheese enjoyed in top restaurants. The cheese also represents Croatia as a quality producer at various prestigious fairs.
Ep: #2 Goran Vrabec
After graduating from high school, Goran studied at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing and owned an AV equipment rental. While going out with friends, he was disappointed at the offer of sauces at the late-night fast-food joints, so he jokingly said he would make his own hot sauce. With his family support, his grew the first batch of hot peppers as a hobby, to make hot sauces for his friends. Then, some people he didn’t even know tasted his sauces and wanted more! Now Goran sells his hot sauces all over Croatia, and is also staring to export.
Ep: #3 Sandra Babac
Sandra used to work as a reporter for Croatian National Television. On a job, she went to a Rambo Amadeus concert to get a quote for a piece. She never managed to talk to Rambo, but she did meet the concert organizer Alan Damjanic. Sandra and Alan were spending the summer with her family in the country, when figs started falling off of trees. Sandra didn’t want to let the fruit from the family orchard go to waste so she made her first jam… Today, Sandra and Alan live with their children away from the city and their former careers. They grow fruit and make jams without added sugars and preservatives, which are exported all over Europe as an award-winning Croatian souvenir.
Ep: #4 Denis Bogoević-Marušić
Denis Bogoevic-Marusic was a typical Split city kid. He studied at Split Nautical High School, he worked as a cook, and even held a job at Split City Museum for a while. When he was 30, his father decided to retire to his birth place of Prizdrina on Peljesac peninsula. Denis recognized the potential for creation in his father’s move, something more than just a place to retire. He followed his father to their ancestral land where they started to grow indigenous vines of Plavac and Grk, cultivating their vineyards using principles of bio-dynamic agriculture. Fifteen years later, their winery produces internationally recognized wine, served in several Michelin star restaurants.
Season #02
Ep: #1 Domagoj Vida
Domagoj Vida, has already become a legend with his numerous sporting achievements, especially when he returned with silver from Russia and with bronze from Qatar, but he is going to achieve something even more for his homeland.
Ep: #2 Brankica Borović
Brankica Borovic and Paolo Mari met and fell in love in Rome. They had excellent, socially highly valued jobs there and, conventionally speaking, they lived a nice city life. However, they both felt that their real life was somewhere else.
Ep: #3 Anita Pintar
Anita Pintar has been learning new skills and mastering them tirelessly all her life, and thanks to this strong motivation of hers she created a wonderful agricultural story. Together with her husband, she owns a cheese farm.
Ep: #4 Ivan Sulog
Have you ever tried an Indian banana, a Siberian blueberry or kiwano? And did you know that these exotic crops thrive on the slopes of Medvednica, in the hinterland of Zadar and on the fertile plains of Slavonia?
Ep: #5 Zvonimir Kalić
Zvonimir Kalic has a Master’s Degree in International Relations, a wide smile and a ringing voice. Encouraged by the health benefits of hemp, witnessed by his own family, he devoted himself to the cultivation of this culture.
Ep: #6 Ipsa
They are truffle growers, olive growers and winemakers. They are boldly moving forward with their ideas about the development of the Istrian region. They do not rest on their laurels. They are the Ipsa family.
Season #03
Ep: #1 David Pejić
David Pejić runs Croatia’s oldest organic farm, producing over 100+ certified products. This episode explores his passion for eco-farming innovative crops and products, and vision for sustainability, which has earned his recognition across Europe.
Ep: #2 The Trogrlić Family
Luka Trogrlić leads his family in cultivating over 20 peony varieties. Inspired by Dutch methods, Luka adapted the principle to Croatia’s market. The episode highlights organic methods, business success, and the beauty of their craft and teamwork.
Ep: #3 Klaudia Krstičević
Klaudia Krstičević turned to organic farming in the Neretva Valley a decade ago. She grows tangerines, lemons, and figs, producing jams and juices. The episode tells her story of balancing family, tradition and eco-friendly innovation.
Ep: #4 Dominik Zeko
Dominik and Milana Zeko left IT careers in Germany to start a dairy farm in Lika. They raise Jersey cows and produce milk, fruit yogurts, and cheese, overcoming challenges while expanding their eco-friendly business across Croatia.
Ep: #5 The Sladić Family
Brothers Juraj and Ante Sladić are famed for award-winning wines. They pursue separate paths in winemaking. Juraj leads a modern winery, while Ante refines traditional vineyards. This episode showcases their shared passion and international recognition.
Ep: #6 Diana Prpić
Diana Prpić balances farming and family life and eco-farming. She grows strawberries, sweet potatoes, and more while raising her children. The episode highlights her eco-farming innovations, challenges, popularisation of healthy food and dedication to sustainability.
Gallery
PRESS
Dulum zemlje: Domagoj Vida
Grazia (online)
Volim ljuto – Croatian Food Brand Leaving No One Indifferent
Storybook (online)
Tamara Babun: “It’s Important to Keep in Mind That Crises Pass and They Make a Great Moment for Investment in Development and Planning“
Green.hr
Back to the Land: Inspiring Documentary Serial about People Who Returned and Live off Land
Šibenski.hr (Slobodna Dalmacija)
“I Believe in Positive Stories and Luck, Which Begins at a Family Table”: a Conversation with Tomislav Krnić about His New Projects
Dobra hrana (online)
We Can Make Great Food Shows; New Serial on HRT Looks Promising
Tportal
HTV Can when They Want: Back to the Land on Chili Pepper Growing Spiced up Sunday Night
Back to the Land or Fascination with Persistent Agricultural Visionaries
Back to the Land – Check out Inspiring Documentary Series about People Who Returned and Live off Land – Sunday Night on HRT – HTV 1
Kult Plave Kamenice
Danas počinje 2. sezona Duluma zemlje, najbolje hrvatske dokumentarne serije o hrani
Domagoj Vida s farme crnih svinja_ Ništa ti neće nitko pokloniti!
24sata.hr
Domagoj Vida uzgoj crnih svinja u Miholjcu
agroklub.com
Farma crnih svinja Domagoja Vide
Poslovni dnevnik (online)
New Docu-series on Growth and Persistence of Farmers
HAVC
World premiere of Pelican
Kult plave kamenice
Back to the Land Arrives at HRT, the Most Original Food Documentary Serial Ever Made in Croatia
she.hr
Dulum zemlje i ovoga puta donosi fantastične priče poljoprivrednika vizionara diljem Lijepe Naše
Gloria
Tamara Babun
Jutarnji list
Citizen-Turned-Farmer
HRT Dulum zemlje Brankica Borović
Kreće druga sezona serije Dulum zemlje koja opet donosi fantastične priče poljoprivrednika vizionara diljem Lijepe Naše
Domagoj Vida s prijateljima uzgaja crne svinje U životu moraš biti hrabar i moraš uvijek dati da bi ti se vratilo
We Decided to Make a Serial on Farmers Who Made It in These Challenging Times
PRESS
hrt.hr
Dulum zemlje: Domagoj Vida
Grazia (online)
Volim ljuto – Croatian Food Brand Leaving No One Indifferent
Storybook (online)
Tamara Babun: “It’s Important to Keep in Mind That Crises Pass and They Make a Great Moment for Investment in Development and Planning“
Green.hr
Back to the Land: Inspiring Documentary Serial about People Who Returned and Live off Land
Šibenski.hr (Slobodna Dalmacija)
“I Believe in Positive Stories and Luck, Which Begins at a Family Table”: a Conversation with Tomislav Krnić about His New Projects
Dobra hrana (online)
We Can Make Great Food Shows; New Serial on HRT Looks Promising
Tportal
HTV Can when They Want: Back to the Land on Chili Pepper Growing Spiced up Sunday Night
Poslovni dnevnik (online)
New Docu-series on Growth and Persistence of Farmers
HAVC
World premiere of Pelican
Kult plave kamenice
Back to the Land Arrives at HRT, the Most Original Food Documentary Serial Ever Made in Croatia
Back to the Land or Fascination with Persistent Agricultural Visionaries
Back to the Land – Check out Inspiring Documentary Series about People Who Returned and Live off Land – Sunday Night on HRT – HTV 1
nacional.hr
Druga epizoda druge sezone ‘Duluma zemlje’ vodi nas u selo Radučić, gdje Brankica Borović sa suprugom uzgaja smilje i ima farmu magaraca
Kult Plave Kamenice
Danas počinje 2. sezona Duluma zemlje, najbolje hrvatske dokumentarne serije o hrani
Domagoj Vida s farme crnih svinja_ Ništa ti neće nitko pokloniti!
24sata.hr
Domagoj Vida uzgoj crnih svinja u Miholjcu
agroklub.com
Farma crnih svinja Domagoja Vide
HRT Dulum zemlje Brankica Borović
Kreće druga sezona serije Dulum zemlje koja opet donosi fantastične priče poljoprivrednika vizionara diljem Lijepe Naše
Domagoj Vida s prijateljima uzgaja crne svinje U životu moraš biti hrabar i moraš uvijek dati da bi ti se vratilo
Dulum zemlje i ovoga puta donosi fantastične priče poljoprivrednika vizionara diljem Lijepe Naše
Gloria
Tamara Babun
Jutarnji list
Citizen-Turned-Farmer
We Decided to Make a Serial on Farmers Who Made It in These Challenging Times
