Farm Hands International

About

Farm Hands International is an agricultural, educational, and wellness hub that unites sustainable farming, cultural learning, and applied research into one integrated ecosystem. Our work includes vegetable and fruit cultivation, aquaponics, and ethical animal care, supported by K–12 field experiences aligned with state Common Core standards and project-based learning.

We partner with colleges and universities to deliver farm clinics, syllabus-aligned coursework, and IRB-approved research projects focused on farming innovation, environmental sustainability, community health, and behavioral wellness.

In addition, Farm Hands International offers a range of nature-based wellness practices—such as meditation, grounding, sound bathing, mindful walking, and therapeutic exploration—to support mental and behavioral health.

Rooted in community and committed to environmental responsibility, Farm Hands International cultivates a space where people of all ages learn, contribute, heal, and participate in research that advances sustainable farming and community well-being.

MISSION

Farm Hands International aims to cultivate a self-sustaining, culturally diverse agricultural ecosystem that nourishes communities locally and globally. We achieve this by integrating ethical and efficient farming practices—including aquaponics, horticulture, and humane animal husbandry—with hands-on education, re-entry workforce development, and farm-based mental and behavioral wellness. Through collaborative partnerships with K–12 schools, colleges, and universities, we grow accessible whole foods, foster environmental stewardship, and strengthen community health, resilience, and connection.

VISION

Farm Hands International is actively building a premier agricultural, educational, and cultural hub that informs, inspires, and connects people across local and global communities. We are integrating cultural exchange, sustainable farming education, college-aligned farm clinics, and holistic wellness practices—such as meditation, grounding, and nature-based healing—to strengthen community health and environmental stewardship. Each season, we are expanding our capacity, deepening partnerships, and creating pathways for youth, adults, and re-entry populations to learn, grow, and contribute. Through this ongoing development, we are cultivating a vibrant ecosystem where people thrive through sustainability, dignity, and shared responsibility for the land.

Core Values

EXCELLENCE

We seek excellence in all endeavors, including but not limited to: teaching, research, performances, presentations, scholarship and outreach

SERVICE

EXCELLENCE

We believe service to the public, such as families, local farmers, schools, and other non-profit and for-profit organizations aligned with our mission and vision, to be our noble and worthy responsibility.

INTEGRITY

EXCELLENCE

Sustainability

We are committed to truth and honesty in the pursuit of equitable, ethical and professional practice.

Sustainability

Cultural Exchange

Sustainability

We believe that the stewardship of our natural resources is of the utmost importance.

Responsibility

Cultural Exchange

All farming/natural resources will be utilized, maintaining efficiency and sustainability.

Cultural Exchange

We recognize that we live in a global society in which exchange of knowledge, information, skills, techniques, etc. should be shared and maximized upon.