Big Tree Farms: Sowing the Seeds of Change

 

 

 

 

 

 

Big Tree Farm products are found in Bali, Indonesia, and even in the kitchens of top restaurants (Chez Panisse and Charlie Trotter’s) and Whole Foods and William Sonoma in the USA. The exotic Balinese sea salt, Balinese long pepper, Java honey, Flores cashews, and Heritage Palm sugar are all in high demand, proving green can be economically viable.

Big Tree Farms (www.bigtreebali.com) first began growing bio-intensively in the central highlands of Bali in 2000. Big Tree Farms is committed to supporting the preservation of traditional sustainable industries throughout the culturally rich islands of Indonesia through a process called “Market-Driven Conservation.”  Big Tree Farms has developed to become the premier producer of sustainably grown produce in Indonesia. Now, over ten acres of land yield more than eighty different crops that are harvested daily.  With a philosophy that balances ecology with economy and values the power of education as the precipitator of change, Big Tree Farms has become not only a successful “green” business, but also a successful leader in the empowerment of local communities.

Next time you’re in Bali, keep an eye out for the products or check the website out to see if Big Tree Farms is holding one of its Firefly Suppers, a chance to visit the farm and enjoy the produce of the moment cooked and presented beautifully.

Mila Shwaiko