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Help out on our organic farm and enjoy a peaceful natural life in Batlagundu, Tamil Nadu, India

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  • Last activity : 14 Dec 2025

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a natural organic farm focused on caring for our 27 native breed cows. We are currently in the process of official certification, holding a probationary organic status from the Government of Tamil Nadu.

    Our 10.5-acre property is home to over 1000 saplings, featuring a diverse mix of fruit, timber, and medicinal trees.

    We welcome both solo travelers and couples who are interested in cultural exchange and hands-on learning. If you would like to experience natural farming practices firsthand, we invite you to stay with us. We gladly provide accommodation and food for volunteers.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
  • Interests

    Interests

    Vegetarian or vegan
    Sustainability
    Pets
    Farming
    Plant care
    Gardening
    Books
    Animals
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Workawayers can learn the principles of natural farming and experience a sustainable, rural lifestyle firsthand. You will gain insight into the local culture, religious traditions, and our daily way of life.

    For those interested in languages, we are happy to teach you some Tamil, Marathi, or Hindi.

  • Help

    Help

    There are lots of things to do around the farm. Workawayers are welcome to help with the usual farm tasks and even propose interesting technical and creative projects and initiatives.

    Volunteers engage in general work around the farm according to the season. Daily activities include weeding, preparing vegetable beds, watering plants, and harvesting.

    Workawayers can also assist in the preparation of organic natural pesticides, fertilisers, and vermicompost, all made using cow dung from our organically fed desi cows.

    Additional activities include cleaning the cow shed, bathing the cows, and supervising the cows while they are grazing.

    Work is assigned according to seasonal needs and the experience, ability, and comfort level of the Workawayers. Work schedules vary according to the seasons. During the summer months, volunteers may help in the early morning and in the evening, while in winter they could help any time of the day.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Hindi: Fluent
    Marathi: Fluent
    Tamil: Fluent
    Kannada: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Workawayers will stay inside the farmhouse (a traditional thatched-roof house). Volunteers will have their own beds in a shared room. The bathing area and toilet are shared and non-attached (separate from the bedroom). If more than two volunteers are staying at a time, the additional volunteers will stay in our simple rustic guesthouse.

    We serve three vegetarian meals daily, cooked in the local Tamil style with seasonal ingredients. Dishes include rice with sambar and vegetables, upma, pongal, dosa, and idli. The spice level can be adjusted according to your needs. We also provide fruits, tea, coffee, and fresh coconut water.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    In your free time, you can explore some of the region's most famous sights. The beautiful Kodaikanal hill station (located here in the Dindigul district) is just 60 km away and easily accessible by bus.

    We are also located 60 km from the ancient city of Madurai, where you can visit the historic and world-famous Meenakshi Amman Temple.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We don't yet have WiFi connection at the farm, but volunteers are welcome to bring their own sim cards and/or portable hotspots in case they want to do their online work in addition to volunteering.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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A rustic yellow wall with a black wooden door features a mural of a white cow. There are electrical switches and a metal plate on the floor.
An old, rustic house with thatched roof and weathered walls, surrounded by overgrown plants and trees, illuminated by a single outdoor light at night.
A smiling woman with braided hair feeds a white calf inside a rustic shed surrounded by trees, straw, and other cows, creating a serene, rural scene.
This image shows a lush green landscape with many trees surrounding buildings that have red-tiled roofs. The sky is blue with scattered clouds above.
A person stands smiling in front of a rustic, thatched-roof barn with hay bales inside, surrounded by green trees and rural scenery, muddy and content.
A tall coconut palm tree stands against a partly cloudy sky, with its fronds extending outward. Green trees are seen below, creating a tropical atmosphere.
A bull with large curved horns is resting on straw beneath leafy trees in a lush green, natural environment, peacefully tied to a tree with a rope.
A rustic wooden hut illuminated by warm lights sits quietly in a forest at night, surrounded by dense foliage and natural greenery, creating a peaceful atmosphere.
A dirt road winds through lush greenery and palm trees under a clear blue sky, creating a peaceful, rural scene filled with natural beauty and tranquility.
The image depicts a serene landscape with a body of water, lush greenery, and a clear sky, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The scene is peaceful and idyllic.
The image shows three individuals standing together, with two on the left and one on the right, all wearing casual clothing and posing for a photo. The background is a plain, neutral color.
The image depicts a small room with a single bed, a window with a curtain, and a backpack on the floor, featuring a simple and cozy atmosphere.
The image depicts a woman standing in a grassy field, surrounded by cows, with a small pile of dirt in the foreground and a blue sky above.
The image features a close-up of a white cow with large horns, facing the camera, with other cows in the background, set against a natural outdoor setting.

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