Here to Be Your Right Hand

Helping growers successfully transition from conventional to organic farming.

We envision a future where sustainable practices enrich the soil and vitality of farms. The key to bringing that dream to reality is expanding organic farming practices across America. 

We believe the benefits of organic reach across the land, farmers and communities alike. With Farmhand’s financial and technical guidance and programs, we intend to make these benefits more accessible to growers in our backyard and beyond.

If you are a Ventura County-based grower and have ever been curious about taking your crop organic and don't know where to start, let us give you a hand.

Economic Resilience:

Stronger communities through better farm income.

Environmental Sustainability:

Healthier soil, cleaner water,
thriving ecosystems.

Climate Change Mitigation:

Farming that fights climate change.

Human Health:

Cleaner, safer food for healthier lives.

Our Programs - Launching in 2025:

ORGANIC TRANSITION PROGRAM

Farmhand will provide financial and technical support to growers throughout the 3-year transition from conventional to organic farming through an exceptional network of preferred service providers.

KEY FEATURES

  • Procurement of funding support for organic transition

  • Supplemental coverage for organic transition costs

  • Funding and certification paperwork assistance

  • Setting up an effective record-keeping systems

  • Preparation for yearly organic certifier inspections

  • Ongoing mentorship and support from experienced organic transition consultants

EDUCATION & ACTIVATION

Farmhand Foundation will hold in-person workshops designed to help farmers overcome the barrier of completing the complex and time-consuming OSP required for for organic certification, led by seasoned professionals.

KEY FEATURES

  • Regenerative Organic system planning

  • Business and financial planning

  • New technologies and sustainable solutions

  • Mentorship and workshops

  • Measuring soil success

  • Circular and localized food systems

In addition, Farmhand will develop online resources to help guide and educate farmers on their journey to organic.

MARKETPLACE DEVELOPMENT

Farmhand and its partners will help develop market-based solutions and pathways for growers.

  • Supply chain procurement 

  • Access to resource network

  • Consumer insights and market trends

  • Brand partnerships and awareness through “The Farmhand Collective”

These key programs will launch in our hometown of Ojai, CA. We plan to expand our impact beyond the region soon after, building on this groundwork to reach more growers and communities.

Let’s Start Organically