Two years after participating in the Dutch reality television program Boer zoekt Vrouw (Farmer Wants a Wife), Ciska de Boef and Martijn, a milk farmer from North Brabant, continue to build their relationship, though they have not yet moved in together. Ciska, who previously worked in education, has reduced her working hours to assist more frequently on Martijn’s farm. She describes their current living arrangement—living in separate houses in the same region—as a conscious choice that allows both partners to maintain their independence while getting to know each other better. Looking ahead, Ciska has confirmed that the couple has definite plans to cohabit, but believes it is too early to rush the transition. [1]
Ciska’s journey to the farm began in 2025 when she saw Martijn’s profile. Although she had always watched the show and had friends encouraging her to apply, she initially resisted the idea. However, she was drawn to Martijn’s appearance and demeanor, which prompted her to send a letter and a video profile. She was quickly invited to participate in the show’s speed dates, an experience she found overwhelming due to the intense scrutiny and the pressure of answering complex questions posed by host Yvon Jaspers while surrounded by cameras. [1]
The couple’s relationship deepened during the logeerweek, a critical phase where potential matches spend the night at the farm. While aware that other women, Annet and Marleen, were also competing for Martijn’s affection, Ciska recalls the precise moment her feelings solidified. It occurred during the birth of a calf, a moment when she observed Martijn’s intense concentration and dedication to the animal, a quality she found deeply attractive. [1]
After the show concluded and the reunion special was filmed, the couple transitioned back to their daily lives, a shift Ciska describes as requiring adjustment. They moved from the heightened reality of television production to a normal pace, with Martijn inviting Ciska to his kitchen for intimate moments away from the cameras. The integration of their families has also proceeded smoothly; Ciska’s nine-year-old son gets along well with Martijn’s children, aged 14, 18, and 19, indicating a natural compatibility between their households. [1]
Ciska draws on her prior experience living on a farm in New Zealand for a year to adapt to agricultural life, though she now combines this with her career in education. She has found a balanced rhythm, visiting the farm regularly without abandoning her professional identity, which she views as essential for maintaining a broad perspective. Their connection was further solidified during a group city trip to Seville, Spain, organized by the program, where they enjoyed relaxed time together amidst the other contestants. [1]
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