Lacknerhof - farm shop - Langkampfen

Farm with Heart - The Lacknerhof in Oberlangkampfen

The "O" in Lacknerhof is written as a little heart because Eva and Martin Radinger are farmers with heart and mind. Over the past few years, they have expanded their farm in Oberlangkampfen, and they market their products directly: With milk, yogurt, pasta, and other agricultural products, they sell not only the best taste but also a good feeling. Customers know that a lot of love goes into the work at Lacknerhof.

With Love for Food - Products from Lacknerhof in Oberlangkampfen

Early in the morning, a calf was born, coming into the world fully formed, with a complete coat and eyes and ears ready to experience the world. On Lacknerhof, farmer Martin Radinger has set up a "weekly station" for his cows. The cattle herd today counts 140 animals. Nevertheless, dairy farming nowadays only makes up a small part of production at Lacknerhof.

From Farmer to Economist

When Martin Radinger took over the farm, Lacknerhof was a classic dairy farm with a dozen cows. In the past, a farmer could survive with such a small number of animals, but times have changed. Today, farmers are also economists who must calculate very precisely to compete in the market. To avoid dependency on wholesalers, Martin Radinger, together with his wife Eva, has taken a forward-looking path. For years, the Radinger family has focused on direct marketing. The products produced on the farm in Oberlangkampfen are intended to reach consumers without detours. Therefore, the Radingers have set up a self-service shop directly on the farm and otherwise sell their products in the region. This way, they are not subjected to the price pressure of large corporations and can make their own decisions. In case of doubt, the welfare of the animals is always prioritized, even if this often involves additional costs.

A Look Behind the Scenes

In addition to the cows, the Radinger family now also owns 800 chickens. The poultry has several large free-range areas at their disposal. In good weather, the chickens dust-bathe, frolic on the meadow, and enjoy the sunshine. In the airy barn, climbing perches create a natural habitat. Only the nests are dark and not directly visible. In seclusion, the chickens lay their eggs. The sloped floor of the nests allows the eggs to roll into the adjacent room, where they are manually collected, checked, and packaged. Martin and Eva Radinger are happy to let their customers take a look behind the scenes: Those who shop at the self-service store can see for themselves the excellent living conditions on the farm. The newly built stables of Lacknerhof are located directly next to the Innschleife in Oberlangkampfen. The original farmhouse in the heart of the village is now only used as a residence. The noodle production is currently also located in the old farmhouse.

Pasta from Own Production

Many chickens lay many eggs daily. However, consumers buy less regularly. To avoid wasting any eggs, they are processed directly on the farm into a variety of different pasta. An employee takes care of the pasta production. The tagliatelle, spaghetti, spirelli, and many more are produced by hand, dried, packaged, and labeled. This way, the goodness of fresh eggs is preserved, as the pasta can be stored for several months. In the near future, the pasta production will also be moved to the location outside the village. And not only that: Trained cook Eva Radinger plans to open a café and restaurant directly at the Innschleife. The forests and walking paths are heavily frequented, especially in summer, and many cyclists pass by the farm. Another building is to be erected next to the stables, which will offer the perfect conditions for the new restaurant's opening.

Inventiveness into the Future

Eva and Martin Radinger think ahead. They always find new ways to continue running their farm; this inventiveness characterizes the family. At the same time, both are very industrious. In a personal conversation, they emphasize the positive sides of their busy everyday life: They can organize their work themselves and reap the fruits of their daily efforts. At Lacknerhof in Oberlangkampfen, work is done with a lot of passion and love for the cause. This can be felt on the farm and tasted when enjoying the Tyrolean farm products from Lacknerhof.

The self-service shop offers a variety of seasonal products: The refrigerated counter offers fresh raw milk, yogurts, and eggs, and various types of pasta await a buyer. The assortment is complemented with different chutneys and jams. Depending on the season, potatoes, pumpkins, and other vegetables are sold.