”Slow living is not about living your life in slow motion; it’s about doing everything at the right speed and pacing instead of rushing. By that same logic, slow living is not about losing time by going slowly; it’s about gaining time by doing the things that are most important to you.”
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Global Organization
Activists, chefs, and food producers should head to the Slow Food Movement’s Slow Food Farms website to learn more about where good food, happy soil, and vibrant communities grow together. Rooted in agroecology, – the antidot to the industrial food system – the Slow Food Farm global community work to nurture farmers, connect like-minded folks worldwide, and help sow a tastier, fairer future—one delicious bite at a time.
Slow Food Farms handbook
For diehard Slow Agriculture enthusiast who want to change farming from the ground up, check out the Slow Food Farms handbook. Rooted in agroecology, this informative and easy to follow handbook is packed with practical tools and inspiration to help you become champion farmers, nourish the planet, and stir up a delicious revolution for local food sovereignty.
North America
Few places in North America embody the spirit of Slow Agriculture and regenerative farming like Polyface Farm—and few voices ring clearer than that of its thoughtful, outspoken leader, Joel Salatin. Rooted in deep respect for the land, animals, and the people they feed, Polyface leads by example with a practical, common-sense approach to farming. Joel isn’t chasing trends—he simply cares deeply and farms with intention, showing what’s possible when you let values guide the work.
Kiss the Ground
Kiss the Ground is a spirited nonprofit on a mission to heal the planet—starting from the ground up. Through storytelling, education, and advocacy, they champion regenerative agriculture as a surprisingly hopeful remedy for climate change, soil health, and our shared future.
Production and Consulting
Farmer, consultant, and slow agriculture sage Josh Volk is a trusted guide for small farms and market gardeners ready to grow—both literally and philosophically. With “good, clean, and fair” at the heart of all he does, Josh brings Slow principles to life, one thoughtful row at a time.
Sage & Solace
The delightfully named Sage & Solace is a haven of quiet inspiration, where artist Barb Pearson welcomes you into her 20-acre sanctuary of slowness in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley. Her thoughtful blog entries are full of gentle wisdom—enough to keep you pondering for days.
Enter Slow Money
Even the slowest farms need a little green to grow. Enter Slow Money—a cheerful champion of local food and soil health, helping North American slow farms find mindful investors who care as much about roots as returns.
The Slow Farming Company
If Polyface Farms is the pride of regenerative farming in the U.S., then its charming British cousin would be The Slow Farming Company. Nestled in the rolling hills of Somerset, England, this multigenerational haven embraces the art of slow, thoughtful farming with a gentle nod to tradition and sustainability. Their delightfully simple website is a treasure trove of slow-farming wisdom—engaging, educational, and informative enough to make you think. Do give it a visit; your inner farmer will thank you.