Farms and Sourcing
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Regenerative agriculture works in harmony with nature to farm in a way that restores our ecosystems and ensures a flourishing future for all. Learn more about its practices, principles, and benefits.Read Article - Our partners at Banyan Farm in Williams, Oregon prioritize sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices, all of which support overall biodiversity.Read Article
- The Living Ayurveda Internship (LAI) is an immersive 7-week course committed to inspiring the holistic stewardship of both our health and the environment through nature-based Ayurveda training and organic farming. Apply today!Read Article
Farms and Sourcing On the Blog
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The Living Ayurveda Internship incorporates communal living, farm work, and classes on several Ayurvedic topics. Here, a former intern shares her experiences.
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2020 has been quite a metamorphosis for our partners at Banyan Farm. As their second year on the farm, they were in a place to accomplish some exciting milestones.
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We harvested the famous adaptogen ashwagandha right here in Southern Oregon. It did exquisitely well in this climate and we were rewarded with an abundant field full of this amazing herb.
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In hopes of reversing the future of endangered and irresponsibly harvested plants, we support projects that work with local farms across India to establish cultivated sources for some of our favorite herbs.
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Amla is used in popular Ayurvedic formulas like triphala and chyavanprash. When and how it is harvested makes a big difference in its long-term sustainability.
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Guggulu is an incredibly potent and widely used herbal resin, with a rich history of use in traditional Ayurvedic preparations. Guggulu has the unique ability to deliver herbs deep into the tissues while simultaneously scraping away accumulated toxins.
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Our bacopa comes from an organic farm in the Western Ghats, where it is grown in paddy fields and irrigated by a stream that flows out of an ancient forest.
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Shatavari once grew abundantly in the wild, but rising demand has pushed it toward endangerment. Learn more about how we're sustainably growing this beloved herb.
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Ashwagandha is one of the most revered herbs in Ayurveda. Maximizing the body's ability to resist stress, it enables the body to sustain energy throughout the day while promoting sound, restful sleep at night.
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Brahmi, also known as gotu kola, is one of the most powerful brain tonics in Ayurveda. This luscious green herb helps improve mindfulness, revitalize consciousness, and maintain a sharp intellect.
