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Join our farming team at Kilukka Farms and experience hands-on ecological farming! Learn about food forests, natural farming, tree planting, composting, plant propagation and biodiversity conservation. Work alongside our passionate team, connect with nature, and become part of a growing community that believes in sustainable living. No prior experience needed, just curiosity, enthusiasm and a love for nature!
5 hours of help per day
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
1 day off per week
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Intermediate English
Between 18 and 35 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Kilukka Farms — Volunteer Role Description
Role: Farm & Vegetable Garden Volunteer
Location: Kilukka Farms, Shoolagiri, near Hosur, Tamil Nadu
About the opportunity
Join our farm team and learn through practical work in our vegetable gardens, plant nursery and seed bank. You will help care for crops from sowing to harvesting and prepare fresh farm produce for our Earth Basket weekend market.
We welcome people who enjoy outdoor work, respect nature and are willing to learn and contribute to everyday farm life.
Your responsibilities
Vegetable gardens and plant care
* Prepare beds, sow seeds, transplant seedlings and care for plants.
* Help with watering, weeding, mulching and applying compost.
* Support plant propagation, nursery maintenance and composting.
* Observe plant health and report pests, diseases or irrigation issues to the farm team.
* Follow our ecological farming practices and the team’s guidance.
Seed bank
* Help collect, clean, dry and store seeds.
* Label seeds with the plant name, variety and collection date.
* Keep the seed bank organised and maintain simple records of seeds stored and used.
Harvesting and Earth Basket
* Help plan sowing and planting with the team to support a regular harvest for the weekend market.
* Harvest produce at the right stage and handle it carefully.
* Sort, weigh, pack and record harvested produce.
* Help set up the Earth Basket stall and occasionally support weekend sales.
* Welcome customers, explain the produce and assist with sales records under the team’s guidance.
* Report unsold or damaged produce so it can be used appropriately and waste is reduced.
Teamwork and farm upkeep
* Work respectfully with our farm team and fellow volunteers.
* Follow the agreed schedule and communicate promptly if you cannot attend a shift.
* Keep tools clean and return them after use.
* Maintain clean gardens, work areas and shared spaces.
* Ask for guidance before using unfamiliar equipment or changing farm practices.
Who this role suits
You should be willing to do hands-on outdoor work, including routine tasks in sun, rain and muddy conditions. Previous farming experience is welcome, but a willingness to learn, reliability and teamwork matter most.
Food and shared cooking
A cooking space will be available. Volunteers should be prepared to cook for themselves or join our teammates in preparing shared meals. When sharing meals, everyone is expected to help with cooking, washing utensils and keeping the kitchen clean.
The food arrangements will be explained and agreed upon before arrival.
Farm rules and conditions
* Illegal drugs and substances are strictly prohibited on the farm. Possession or use will result in immediate termination of the volunteer placement, and the volunteer will be required to leave.
* Treat teammates, guests, fellow volunteers and local community members respectfully. Harassment, abusive behaviour or violence will not be tolerated.
* Care for the farm’s plants, animals, tools and property.
* Follow safety instructions and use equipment only with permission and guidance.
* Do not apply chemicals or other inputs without approval from the farm team.
* Respect shared spaces, personal belongings and the privacy of others.
* Keep the farm clean, segregate waste and avoid wasting food and water.
* Inform the team promptly about injuries, damaged equipment or other concerns.
Schedule and commitment
Working hours, days off, weekend duties, accommodation arrangements and the minimum stay will be agreed upon before the placement is confirmed. Weekend market duties will form part of the agreed volunteer schedule.
This is a hands-on learning opportunity that depends on consistent participation. We expect volunteers to contribute responsibly, work alongside our team and help care for the farm throughout their stay.
**activities:**
Activities
Volunteers will work alongside our farming team and participate in:
* Seed sowing and maintaining vegetable gardens.
* Plant propagation, nursery work and preparing seedlings.
* Compost preparation and maintenance.
* Watering, mulching, weeding and general garden care.
* Planting and maintaining our food forest.
* Learning natural farming and sustainable gardening practices.
Working Hours & Shifts
5 hours per day, 6 days a week, with 1 day off.
Morning shift: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Working hours may occasionally change depending on weather conditions and farm activities.
Most activities are hands-on and outdoors. No previous farming experience is required, just a willingness to learn, participate and get your hands dirty!
**rules:**
We want our volunteers to enjoy farm life, learn new skills and feel part of our community. To make this experience meaningful for everyone, we request you to follow a few simple guidelines.
* Be punctual and follow the agreed working hours and schedules.
* Respect nature, plants, wildlife and the people living and working on the farm.
* Follow our ecological farming practices. No chemical fertilizers or pesticides are allowed.
* Use farm tools and equipment responsibly and return them after use.
* Keep your accommodation, shared spaces and working areas clean.
* Avoid wasting water, food and electricity.
* Segregate waste properly and follow our composting practices.
* Inform the team in advance if you need time off or cannot attend your shift.
* Respect the privacy of guests, fellow volunteers and farm staff.
* Smoking, recreational drugs and excessive alcohol consumption are not permitted on the farm.
Most importantly: Come with an open mind, curiosity and a willingness to learn. Kilukka is a space for sharing knowledge, connecting with nature and enjoying simple farm life together.
Activities
Volunteers will work alongside our farming team and participate in:
* Seed sowing and maintaining vegetable gardens.
* Plant propagation, nursery work and preparing seedlings.
* Compost preparation and maintenance.
* Watering, mulching, weeding and general garden care.
* Planting and maintaining our food forest.
* Learning natural farming and sustainable gardening practices.
Working Hours & Shifts
5 hours per day, 6 days a week, with 1 day off.
Morning shift: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Working hours may occasionally change depending on weather conditions and farm activities.
Most activities are hands-on and outdoors. No previous farming experience is required, just a willingness to learn, participate and get your hands dirty!
Rules
We want our volunteers to enjoy farm life, learn new skills and feel part of our community. To make this experience meaningful for everyone, we request you to follow a few simple guidelines.
* Be punctual and follow the agreed working hours and schedules.
* Respect nature, plants, wildlife and the people living and working on the farm.
* Follow our ecological farming practices. No chemical fertilizers or pesticides are allowed.
* Use farm tools and equipment responsibly and return them after use.
* Keep your accommodation, shared spaces and working areas clean.
* Avoid wasting water, food and electricity.
* Segregate waste properly and follow our composting practices.
* Inform the team in advance if you need time off or cannot attend your shift.
* Respect the privacy of guests, fellow volunteers and farm staff.
* Smoking, recreational drugs and excessive alcohol consumption are not permitted on the farm.
Most importantly: Come with an open mind, curiosity and a willingness to learn. Kilukka is a space for sharing knowledge, connecting with nature and enjoying simple farm life together.
