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Last replied
29 Mar 2025
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Description
Hey there 👋🏼 I'm Phil, 55, retired engineer along with my partner acquired this 20 acre farm in South India in 2018, which is certified organic and has a unique geography. The farm features around 1600 fruit trees, including coconut palms, mangoes, and gooseberries, all 5-8 years old and bearing fruit.
We practice no-till farming and soil regeneration, and have established around 2500-3000 meters of mulched, raised beds. We’re also conducting trials with various vegetables and crops.
Currently we have in house 6 workers in the farm which includes two families, who are helping in part of construction, farming and cooking. Separate workers accommodation is maintained with a big kitchen and mess facilities.
We aspire to build a holistic farming community while running an R&D facility for community development.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Interests
Drawing & painting
Art & design
Architecture
Mountain
Camping
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Hiking
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The farm offers a vibrant platform for cultural exchange and skill-sharing, immersing volunteers in the rich heritage of Tamilian, Dravidian, and Vedic cultures. Participants will engage with traditional practices, including indigenous knowledge systems and artistic expressions unique to Tamil Nadu, while learning practical skills like basic woodworking and mechanical fabrication. This blend of cultural exploration and hands-on expertise creates a space where ancient traditions meet modern techniques, fostering meaningful connections and collaborative growth in a holistic, inclusive environment.
Help
We are seeking passionate and skilled volunteers to join an innovative project focused on sustainable agriculture and design. Ideal candidates will have expertise in regenerative farming, engineering and mechanical fabrication, hydroponic systems, or architectural design with a focus on Nubian and Catalan methods. Volunteers will collaborate closely with the local community, exchanging knowledge and skills to create eco-friendly agricultural systems, design essential tools and infrastructure, and implement efficient, water-saving growing techniques. Together, we aim to foster sustainable practices and meaningful connections.
Languages
Languages spoken
Arabic: Fluent
English: Fluent
Hindi: Fluent
Malayalam: Fluent
German: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
English,Hindi,Tamil,malayalam ,German,Arabic Would love to practice any language
Accommodation
Well ventilated Single bedroom and Dorm with basic amenities along with Bathroom and shower. Wi-Fi is available in the main sitting area and sim provided for your stay period. There is a common kitchen available with meals provided 3 times a day (you’re also welcome to cook dishes if you’re interested). Camp grounds are also available.
What else ...
During the off time volunteers can go hiking, biking, temple visits, forest walk, cycling etc. Local sights include waterfalls, temples, tea estates, coffee estates. 15 km drive to reach elevation 1560 m from MSL.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have Jio Modem and Jio air connections which is reasonable.
Space for parking camper vans
Big farm lots of space for parking a well equipped garage for repairs and service
Can possibly accept pets
We have a pack of dogs hope that won’t be trouble
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (1)
helped in some maintenance of farm power tools 🛠 and did couple of utility shelves for brush cutter ,lubricants and consumables
We wish him all the best on his future endeavors and he has been accredited with Lifelong membership in the farm community project
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Feedback
helped in some maintenance of farm power tools 🛠 and did couple of utility shelves for brush cutter ,lubricants and consumables
We wish him all the best on his future endeavors and he has been accredited with Lifelong membership in the farm community project
