Join the Programme · திட்டத்தில் சேருங்கள்

Learn to Farm
Naturally

இயற்கை விவசாயம் கற்றுக்கொள்ளுங்கள்

Arivuthottam opens its farm gates to everyone — farmers, students, families and researchers — to learn traditional and natural farming methods firsthand from a certified organic farm in Vellore.

🌱 100% Free 📅 By Appointment 🏡 Kalampattu, Vellore ✅ TN Govt Certified Farm

Who Can Join

Open to Everyone

அனைவருக்கும் வரவேற்பு

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Farmers

விவசாயிகள்

Practising farmers wanting to reduce chemical inputs, restore soil health and transition to profitable organic farming.

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Students & Researchers

மாணவர்கள் & ஆராய்ச்சியாளர்கள்

Agricultural students, college researchers and academics wanting real-world exposure to natural farming systems.

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Families & Urban Visitors

குடும்பங்கள் & நகர வாசிகள்

Urban families and individuals wanting to understand organic food, reconnect with nature and experience farm life firsthand.

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Schools & Institutions

பள்ளிகள் & நிறுவனங்கள்

School groups, NGOs, community organisations and institutions wanting educational farm visits and workshops for their members.

What You Will Learn

8 Topics Covered in the Programme

திட்டத்தில் கற்றுக்கொள்வது

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Organic Farming Basics

இயற்கை வேளாண்மை அடிப்படைகள்

Principles of chemical-free farming — what organic farming is, why it matters, and how to start the transition from conventional methods.

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Vermicompost & Natural Manure

மண்புழு உரம் & இயற்கை உரம்

Hands-on demonstration of vermicompost making and Panchagavya preparation — natural fertilisers that rebuild soil without chemicals.

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Natural Pest Management

இயற்கை பூச்சி மேலாண்மை

Botanical repellents, companion planting and encouraging natural predators — keeping crops healthy without any chemical pesticides.

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Water Conservation & Drip Irrigation

நீர் சேமிப்பு & சொட்டு நீர்ப்பாசனம்

Efficient water use through drip irrigation, mulching and rainwater harvesting — essential for farming in Vellore's semi-arid climate.

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Intercropping Techniques

இணை பயிர் சாகுபடி

Growing multiple crops together to maximise land use, reduce pests naturally and build biodiversity — demonstrated live on the farm.

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Medicinal Plants & Herbs

மூலிகை செடிகள்

Walk through 100+ medicinal plant varieties growing at Arivuthottam — identification, uses and cultivation of traditional healing plants.

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Seed Saving & Traditional Varieties

விதை சேமிப்பு & பாரம்பரிய ரகங்கள்

How to save and preserve heirloom seeds — traditional rice types, indigenous vegetables and why seed diversity matters for food security.

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Farm Visit & Walkthrough

பண்ணை சுற்றுப்பயணம்

A guided walkthrough of the entire 3-acre farm — flower garden, mango orchard, coconut grove, medicinal garden, betel vine canopy and more.

How It Works

3 Simple Steps to Join

3 எளிய படிகள்

Reach out via WhatsApp, phone call or our contact form. Tell us who you are — farmer, student, group or family — and what you want to learn.

Fix an Appointment

We will confirm a suitable date and time based on your availability. Programmes are held by appointment — so you get our full attention.

Visit & Learn

Arrive at Arivuthottam, Kalampattu, Vellore. Walk the farm, attend hands-on demonstrations and leave with practical knowledge you can apply immediately.

Programme Details

Everything You Need to Know

திட்டம் பற்றிய விவரங்கள்

💚 Programme Fee

Free

Completely free of charge for all participants — farmers, students, families and institutions alike. Knowledge belongs to everyone.

📅 Schedule

By Appointment

Programmes are held on request — contact us to fix a convenient date and time. We accommodate individuals and groups.

📍 Location

Kalampattu, Vellore

Arivuthottam Organic Farm, Kalampattu village, near Latteri, Vellore District, Tamil Nadu.

Ready? Get in Touch

தயாரா? தொடர்பு கொள்ளுங்கள்

Joining is simple — just reach out through any of the channels below. Tell us your name, how many people are coming, and what topics you are most interested in. We will confirm your appointment within 24 hours.

For groups of 10 or more — please contact us at least 3 days in advance so we can prepare the farm and arrange for traditional food if needed.

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WhatsApp Us

+91 94430 32436 — tap to open WhatsApp directly

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Call Us

94430 32436 / 94940 64094 — Mon to Sat, 8am–6pm

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Contact Form

Fill in our contact form — we will respond within 24 hours