PROJECTS
Tropical Mesquite Collective
FARM Center's focus on community food security has included working with the introduced and often maligned Kiawe. A.K.A. Prosopis limensis, Kiawe is a nutrient dense food source that can be utilized locally, while supporting the restoration of the the species in Peru by sending the seeds back to South America. Through hands on training, instructional videos and publications, FARM Center has worked to shift the view of Kiawe as one of parasite to one of nourishment in arid ecosystems.
Collection & Pod Processing Training Video (Coming in 2026)
AgroforestryX Design Tool
The AgroforestryX Design Tool assists you in transforming regenerative agroforestry vision into design. With roots in the indigenous agricultural systems of Pacific Islands and tropical world, the AgroforestryX Design Tool helps people who are aware of the benefits of agroforestry and would like to customize an agroforest for their particular site and goals in an easy-to-follow framework. This tool was developed in consultation with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) under an ongoing Conservation Innovation Grant, in partnership with Permanent Agriculture Resources.
Multi-Strata Agroforestry Trainings
FARM Center offers hands on educational workshops. Our offerings for 2026 include:
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Winter Workshop: 4 week workshop on multi-strata agroforestry design, implementation and management.
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Summer Workshop: 4 week workshop on Kiawe harvesting, management and processing.
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Monthly Gatherings: monthly regenerative multi-strata agroforestry knowledge exchange.
Publications and Presentations
FARM Center has been a part of many publications, presentations, workshops and economic tools specific to the local bioregion.