Anders Wall Foundation Award

for creating a positive rural environment

2002
The Anders Wall Foundation, a foundation domiciled in Stockholm, has for many years been giving
awards to younger persons who through their entrepreneurial achievements have significantly
contributed to the development of the Swedish countryside. The awards are presented annually by
H.M. the King of Sweden.

The Foundation has now decided to introduce, in association with The European Commission, The
Directorate General for the Environment, Brussels, The Royal Swedish Academy of Agriculture and
Forestry and ”Friends of the Countryside” an award for individuals who have made a special
achievement which contributes to a positive rural environment within the European Union. The
achievements made should preferably include the following elements - preserve and enhance the
landscape, provide bio-diversity, preserve the rural cultural heritage and contribute to sustainable local
economic development.

First award of 10.000 Euro goes to Thomas HARTTUNG, Barritskov

Thomas HARTTUNG took over Barritskov farm and forests in 1984 and has worked very hard
towards creating a positive rural environment around Barritskov. He has run the forest according to
sustainable principles and it is duly certified. An area along the coast has been left to develop on its
own and the original natural vegetation is beginning to return. This has made the forest very unusual
and diversified. The forest is now also used for extensive research.
In 1995 Thomas HARTTUNG transformed the land of Barritskov into organic farmland which
improved conditions for wild life and the general environment.
Furthermore Thomas HARTTUNG established, in co-operation with Mr. Sören EJLERSEN,
AARSTIDERNE A/S which delivers ‘organic vegetables in a box’ to 28.000 Danish households and
which has created 100 jobs on the farm in Barritskov.
Thomas HARTTUNG also chairs the organic research centre for the Danish government and is
the chairman of ProSilva, Europe and is in this way further enhancing the focus on positive
rural development.

Diplomas to four especially recognized estates

Constantin von BRANDENSTEIN-ZEPPELIN, Burg Brandenstein, Germany, receives a

diploma for restoration of the countryside through cultivation of high-grade wood species and wild
orchids, preserving the rural cultural heritage through the Adult Education Centre and contributing to
sustainable local economic development.

Antonio HERNÁNDEZ and Telesfóro HERNÁNDEZ, Veta la Palma, Sevilla, Spain, receive a
diploma for a project to develop the 10.000 hectares in Veta la Palma into an economically sustainable
farm with rice-growing, fish-farming and tourism and at the same time providing a remarkable habitat
for a great variety of species, particularly waterfowl, as well as local employment.

Ian MACNICOL, Stody Estate, Norfolk, UK, receives a diploma for his work to improve wildlife
habitats, tackle soil erosion alongside the River Glaven, create significant new public access and
manage important ancient monuments.

F.J.A. Baron van VERSCHUER, Mariënwaerdt, Rs Beesd, Netherlands, receives a diploma for
developing the estate, combining preservation of nature and historic elements with introducing new
activities, enhancing local economic development and providing recreational facilities for people who
seek rest and beautiful landscapes.

On February 20, 2003 Dr Anders WALL awarded prizes to the winners in Copenhagen, in the
presence of Mr Rolf ANNERBERG, head of Commissioner WALLSTRÖM’s cabinet.